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…
Evaluation
The Hogg Foundation values evaluation as a powerful tool that examines the outcomes of its grant programs and applies lessons learned to plan for future initiatives. As an organization, the foundation’s mission is to advance recovery and wellness in Texas. The mission...
Amplifying Voice and Leadership Opportunities
Amplifying Voice and Leadership OpportunitiesSession Presentation from Sarah Munoz, Via HopeThis interactive session will provide an opportunity to explore and learn the importance of youth voice and leadership.
Know Your Rights!
Know Your Rights! Session Presentation from Disability Rights Texas This workshop offered advice on legal self-advocacy in education, employment, social security and health care for transition-age youth and their families.
Sex, Love and Relationships
Sex, Love and Relationships Session Presentation from Meryl Cohen, Planned Parenthood Gulf Coast In “Sex, Love and Relationships” Meryl Cohen of Planned Parenthood Gulf Coast Youth, shared her ideas on how youth, families and providers can increase their comfort and...
Children’s Mental Health Conference
Since 2010, the foundation has hosted a free biennial conference in Houston focusing on children’s mental health topics. Ideally, the conference theme coincides with the Ima Hogg Children’s Mental Health Grant Program.Program SummarySince 2010, the foundation has...
What We Do
In order to achieve greater results with our limited funds, the Hogg Foundation has established a competitive process for awarding grants. Through our strategic planning process, foundation staff meet with state and national stakeholders to identify critical areas in...