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…
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.
Building Access with Intention: Reflecting on National Disability Employment Awareness Month
October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM), which is a time to celebrate the contributions of employees with disabilities and to think honestly about how we can improve accessibility in our workplaces. For me, that means moving beyond checkboxes and compliance toward spaces and workplaces built with intention.
Bridging the Gap: Insights on Mental Health Care from Australia and the U.S.
In June of 2024, several Hogg Foundation staff members, including Tammy Heinz, senior program officer and consumer and family liaison, attended the Global Leadership Exchange (GLE) in the Netherlands. The international gathering connected leaders in mental health,...