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…
Toward a More Effective 911 Alternative
This blog post is guest authored by Larry D. Brown Jr., PhD, associate director for Community Health and Violence Prevention Services at Harris County Public Health. He presented a session at the Robert Lee Sutherland Seminar as part of the Building Partnerships and Collaboration track.
2025-2026 Mini-Grants for Innovation, Capacity-Building, and Community Well-Being
The Hogg Foundation is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2025 Robert Lee Sutherland Mini-Grants.
Stronger Together
This blog post is guest authored by Doug Beach, executive director of NAMI Greater San Antonio. He will be presenting at the Robert Lee Sutherland Seminar in the Building Partnerships and Collaboration track.
Rhythms of Resilience: An Early Look at the Robert Lee Sutherland Seminar
This year’s RLS seminar will feature a keynote experience unlike any other—a powerful blend of rhythm, connection, and healing led by Grammy Award–winning percussionist Nina Rodriguez.
Your Nonprofit is Probably Overcomplicating Its Data Collection
Three common reasons why nonprofits struggle with data collection and how to overcome them.
City of Sundown: Well-Being Connector
A’ndrea McAdams on the City of Sundown Library’s unique standing as a community hub and well-being lifeline.