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…
Houston Health Department: Supporting Youth Through a Peer Wellness Program
Early Intervention and Peer Support Research shows that for those who experience mental illness, 50 percent exhibit conditions by age 14, and 75 percent by age 24. We have the opportunity and responsibility to help young adults develop resiliency and coping...
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Mental Health Support After Campus Tragedy
Yesterday, a terrible act of violence on the UT Austin campus took the life of one student and injured several others. As a member of the UT Austin community, the Hogg Foundation is saddened by this tragedy and we extend our deepest condolences to the victims and...
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Conference Scholarships for Parents and Caregivers
On June 28-30, 2017, Texas Network of Youth Services (TNOYS) will host their Conference on Services to Youth and Families in Houston, TX. Scholarships are available for parents and caregivers to cover the cost of registration. Participants will hear from four keynotes...