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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News & Resources

News & Resources

A breakdown of all mental health related legislative activity from the 84th Legislative Session Subscribe to, and visit, Mental Health Daily, an e-newsletter and website highlighting the most important mental health news of the day. Advancing Wellness & Recovery...

Mental Health Guide

Mental Health Guide

Navigating the behavioral health delivery system in Texas can be a daunting prospect for even the most informed advocates and policymakers. The painstakingly compiled information in A Guide to Understanding Mental Health Systems and Services in Texas: 2nd...

Summary of the 84th Legislative Session

Summary of the 84th Legislative Session

Texas 84th Legislative Session Summary for Mental Health-Related Legislation and Sunset Recommendation Related Legislation Overview These documents contain a summary of key mental health and substance use related legislation considered during the 84th legislative...

Summary of the 84th Legislative Session

Summary of the 84th Legislative Session

Texas 84th Legislative Session Summary for Mental Health-Related Legislation and Sunset Recommendation Related Legislation Overview The 84th legislative session ended with both significant achievements and missed opportunities for Texans with mental health concerns....

Texas 84th Legislative Session Summary

Texas 84th Legislative Session Summary

Texas 84th Legislative Session Summary for Mental Health-Related Legislation and Sunset Recommendation Related Legislation Overview These documents contain a summary of key mental health and substance use related legislation considered during the 84th legislative...