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
Employment Opportunities

Employment Opportunities

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

3 Things to Know: Social Determinants of (Mental) Health

3 Things to Know: Social Determinants of (Mental) Health

This is the second post in our “3 Things to Know” series, a resource for people interested in the concepts influencing community mental health—and our grantmaking. Check out the first post, 3 Things to Know: Health Equity. The World Health Organization (WHO) defines...

3 Things to Know: Social Determinants of (Mental) Health

3 Things to Know: Social Determinants of (Mental) Health

This is the second post in our “3 Things to Know” series, a resource for people interested in the concepts influencing community mental health—and our grantmaking. Check out the first post, 3 Things to Know: Health Equity. The World Health Organization (WHO) defines...