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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Texas Mental Health Information

Texas Mental Health Information

Texas Mental Health Information Even though the Hogg Foundation is passionately devoted to mental health, we are not a direct provider of mental health services. We are, however, part of a vibrant ecosystem of behavioral health services and systems in Texas. Below...

Staff

Staff

Executive Office A native Texan and licensed psychiatrist, Dr. Martinez is the fifth executive director and the first Hispanic to lead the Hogg Foundation for Mental Health since its creation in 1940. As chief executive officer, he oversees the vision, mission, goals,...

National Advisory Council

National Advisory Council

National Advisory Council The National Advisory Council provides guidance and expertise to Hogg Foundation staff on matters related to strategic planning, major grant initiatives and other projects and activities. Council members typically have expertise in fields...

Advancing Recovery in Texas

Advancing Recovery in Texas

Advancing Recovery in Texas Program Summary Through this grant initiative, the foundation is funding up to six organizations to carry out a plan that will increase recovery-oriented education, services and supports in their community. Each implementation plan will be...

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...

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...