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…
January 2026 Staff Highlights
Here’s a snapshot of the presentations made, events hosted, and honors received by the talented and dedicated staff of the Hogg Foundation during the month of January 2026.
The Hogg Foundation and Partners Have Awarded $6.5 Million in Grants to Support Well-being in Rural and Rural Border Communities
Hogg Foundation and Partners Have Awarded $6.5 Million in Grants to Support Well-being in Rural and Rural Border Communities
Faith as a Mental Health Partner
Today’s episode explores what becomes possible when that trust is paired with intentional partnership across faith, community, and mental health systems. Our guest is the Reverend Dr. Daryl Horton of Mount Zion Baptist Church in East Austin.
Arts and Humanities Research Grants for Early Career Faculty
This initiative’s goal is to produce and publish research findings of scholarly works investigating the interface of mental health, well-being, and the arts and humanities.
Mutual Aid, Mutual Respect
In this episode of Into the Fold, we speak with Dawn Capra, Director of Housing Advocacy at the Texas Housing Foundation. She describes how well-coordinated and respectful cooperation between community organizations supported both the logistical needs and emotional well-being of displaced residents.
December 2025 Staff Highlights
Presentations made, events hosted, and honors received by the staff of the Hogg Foundation during the month of December 2025.