In a recent article for Grantmakers in Health, Rick Ybarra, senior program officer at the Hogg Foundation, explores how philanthropy can contribute to supporting and building a stronger, more robust, and durable nonprofit sector.
Philanthropy has forever espoused the term “sustainability.” We ask in grant applications and in our conversations with grant partners: “What’s your sustainability plan?” and “How do you plan to sustain your program once the grant ends?” Read more…
Root-Bound or Growth Mindset?
A growth mindset is the belief that skills and abilities can be improved and that developing these is the purpose of your actions.
Listening to Learn: Lessons from Communities of Care
Working from a community-centered perspective, prioritizing shared leadership, knowledge sharing, and sustained engagement to encourage a better overall understanding of the community’s strengths and needs.
October 2025 Staff Highlights
Here’s a snapshot of the presentations made, events hosted, and honors received by the talented and dedicated staff of the Hogg Foundation during the month of October 2025.
Special Opportunity Funding: Emotional Well-Being on the College Campus
Two of this year’s Special Opportunity Funding grants were awarded to programs that support student wellness at the university level.
Three Things to Know About Meeting with Policymakers
From the Robert Lee Sutherland Seminar Policy Pre-seminar, here are three things to know about meeting with policymakers.
Federal Funding Shifts and their Impacts on Texas Communities
Recent federal actions under the new administration have reshaped key programs that impact health, nutrition, education, and research.