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.
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.
August 2024 Staff Highlights
Here’s a snapshot of the travel, presentations, and honors received by the talented and dedicated staff of the Hogg Foundation for Mental Health during the month of August.
Hogg Foundation Receives National Leadership Grant to Address Management of Historical Public Mental Health Records
The Hogg Foundation for Mental Health has been awarded a $149,295 National Leadership Grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) to develop and host nationwide convenings focused on historical public mental health records.
2024 Moore Fellowship Winner: Catherine Wilsnack
Catherine Wilsnack is a doctoral candidate in the Steve Hicks School of Social Work at the University of Texas at Austin. Her dissertation is titled, “Psychosocial Health at the Intersection of Oncology and Substance Use.” Her study will help characterize how and why cancer survivors may experience an increased risk of substance use throughout the cancer continuum.
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 Priorities
These policy priorities represent mental health and substance use issues that we believe deserve the attention of policymakers and advocates.
Mental Health Guide
Navigating mental health systems and services in Texas can be daunting, even for the most informed advocates and policymakers.
Latest Policy Brief
Individuals with intellectual and other developmental disabilities often lack access to quality services and care despite increased risk of mental health conditions.