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.
World Mental Health Day: Prioritizing Mental Health in the Workplace
A conversation with Dr. Ryan Sutton, associate professor in the department of educational psychology at the University of Texas at Austin and former post-doctoral fellow at the Hogg Foundation, on mental health in the workplace and how workplaces can be transformed into spaces that promote mental health and well-being.
Workplace Mental Health: How to Prioritize Well-being on World Mental Health Day 2024
For World Mental Health Day, I interviewed a friend, fellow writer, mother, and creative technologist to explore workplace mental health.
My Conversation with Steve Appleton on Global Mental Health, Part 1
By exploring issues like funding models, disparities in care, and the importance of community-based services, we provide valuable insights into how we can improve mental health systems around the world.