The Hogg Foundation envisions a future in which all people in Texas thrive in communities that support mental health and well-being. We believe it’s possible to transform how communities promote mental health in everyday life. We support research and learning, practice and implementation, and policy initiatives to achieve this vision.
Public Policy
Through a variety of policy initiatives, the Hogg Foundation influences systemic change at the state and local level to improve the mental health and well-being of people across Texas.
Policy Recommendations
Policy recommendations that include funding and support for mental health promotion through prevention, early intervention, and access.
Texas Mental Health Guide
A Guide to Understanding Mental Health Systems & Services in Texas helps you navigate pressing policy issues, funding, and programs.
2024 Impact Report
Embracing Change, Preserving Purpose
For 84 years, we have supported our vision for all Texans to thrive in communities that promote mental health and well-being. The places where people live, learn, work, play, and pray have an impact on improving mental health.
News and Announcements
Get news, insights and ideas related to our initiatives and the state of mental health in Texas.
Thrauma: From Surviving to Thriving
This blog post was guest authored by Sandra Smith, PhD, vice president of Via Hope. She is a Certified Peer Recovery Support Specialist and a Certified Reentry Peer Specialist. At PeerFest 2024 she will be presenting the session, “Creating Trauma Responsive Reentry...
Honoring a Mental Health Pioneer
For Black History Month, we feature an archival interview with Dr. Melvin Sikes, founder of UT Austin’s Center for Improvement of Intergroup Relations.
Policy Academy and Policy Fellows: Learning from the Past to Serve the Future
A statement by our executive director, Dr. Octavio N. Martinez, Jr., on an important change to the Hogg Policy Academy and Fellows initiative.