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…

Rick Ybarra
Children’s Mental Health Conference

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 Summary Since 2010, the foundation has...

Children’s Mental Health Conference

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 Summary Since 2010, the foundation has...

Employment Opportunities

Employment Opportunities

Employment Opportunities People who work at the Hogg Foundation for Mental Health share a passion for promoting mental health in Texas. Every employee is a valued member of the team and plays an important role in carrying out the foundation’s mission, from grant...

Employment Opportunities

Employment Opportunities

Employment Opportunities People who work at the Hogg Foundation for Mental Health share a passion for promoting mental health in Texas. Every employee is a valued member of the team and plays an important role in carrying out the foundation’s mission, from grant...

Mission & Core Values

Mission & Core Values

Mission Our mission is to advance mental wellness for the people of Texas as a strategic grantmaker and catalyst for change. Motto Our motto, “Advancing recovery and wellness in Texas,” conveys our strong belief that, with the appropriate services and supports, people...

Grantmaking Strategy

Grantmaking Strategy

The Hogg Foundation has established a competitive process for awarding grants to achieve greater results with our limited funds. During our strategic planning process, foundation staff members meet with state and national stakeholders, as well as internally, to...