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…

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Via Hope: Peer Support Improves Community Re-Entry

Via Hope: Peer Support Improves Community Re-Entry

Following Texas’ 84th legislative session and the implementation of Rider 73, Via Hope set out to develop a curriculum to train Certified Peer Specialists and Certified Recovery Coaches. With support from a grant provided by the Hogg Foundation, this Community...

Mental Illness and the Criminal Justice System

Mental Illness and the Criminal Justice System

Inside this story: People who have been incarcerated struggle with mental health implications upon being released from jail. Certified Peer Specialists can help ease the re-entry period by providing practical and emotional support. With financial and technical support...