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…
Policy Engagement
Policy Engagement: Leading Systemic Change The Hogg Foundation informs and influences state-level policies that include funding and support for mental health promotion, prevention and early intervention in a variety of settings and populations. Our goal is to effect...
What We Do
The Hogg Foundation works to transform how communities promote mental health in everyday life. “When we build let us build forever. Let it not be for the present delight or for the present use alone. Let it be such work that our descendants will thank us for.” — Will...
Contact Us
Contact UsThe Hogg Foundation for Mental Health envisions a future in which all people in Texas thrive in communities that support mental health, achieve health equity, and promote well-being. In addition to strategic grantmaking, the foundation provides information,...
Robert Lee Sutherland Seminar
Robert Lee Sutherland Seminar Named after the Hogg Foundation’s first executive director, Dr. Robert Lee Sutherland, these seminars offer a chance for Texans to reflect on critical issues in mental health and promote innovation and collaboration among consumers,...
Austin Area African American Behavioral Health Network
Austin Area African American Behavioral Health Network Finding the right mental health services and supports can be challenging. For African Americans, who may also desire culturally competent providers with a heightened awareness about their particular needs...
Success Stories
Advancing Mental Health in Texas The Hogg Foundation invests in mental health programs, research, policy and public education to further our mission of transforming how communities promote mental health in everyday life. We are proud to help advance community mental...