Hello from Greater Houston Community Foundation,

Our thoughts continue to be with those impacted by recent severe storms and tornados that devasted Kentucky and surrounding areas. Read on to see how you can support those in need.
 
In this season of giving, we’re grateful for your continued generosity and support of our community. 

From all of us at Greater Houston Community Foundation, we wish you the happiest of holiday seasons and a bright New Year!
Helping Those In Need

Monetary donations to support the recovery efforts across Western Kentucky and surrounding communities can be made to the following organizations.

GivingTuesday - Nearly $1 Million Donated

GivingTuesday was created in 2012 as a simple idea: a day that encourages people to do good. This year, the global movement raised an estimated $2.7 billion dollars, superseding all previous fundraising efforts.

We are excited to announce that donors granted nearly $1 million through Greater Houston Community Foundation to nonprofit organizations on GivingTuesday!

To show your support of our community before year-end, we encourage you to review our giving guidelines in order to meet the IRS deadlines for the inclusion of your gifts in the 2021 tax year. 
Next Gen Alum Raises Over $75,000 for Covenant House

Next Gen Donor Institute alum, Ryan McGrath, CEO and President of Asset Living, recently participated in Covenant House’s 10th annual Sleep Out. Asset Living raised more than $75,000 in support of the effort. All funds raised were applied directly in support of youth homelessness and will be put towards providing shelter and other essential services to help them with building an independent future. 
Family Philanthropy Day
Greater Houston Community Foundation held its Sixth Annual Family Philanthropy Day in partnership with the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Houston, Generation SERVE, and Houston Improvement Project. The focus of this year’s family volunteer event was Empowering Houston’s Youth. Due to the generosity of participating families, we were able to collect over 100 Thanksgiving meal kits and dozens of learning activities.

Thank you to all those who contributed to another successful Family Philanthropy Day!
Celebrating Understanding Houston's Second Anniversary
Understanding Houston is celebrating the two-year anniversary of our launch in 2019. When we began work on Understanding Houston, we set out to create a relevant, accessible platform that would connect community leaders and change-makers with the information they need to take targeted, informed action where our region needs it most. Since then, Understanding Houston has grown significantly, and we would like to thank everyone who has supported our mission to build a more vibrant Houston with opportunity for all.

Check out the things that made year two such a success!
Your Story. Your Philanthropy.
 
We all engage with our community in different ways. Every philanthropic journey is unique with passions that drive each of us to contribute to the greater good. A donor’s time, talent, treasures, and ties are all invaluable resources that, when implemented strategically, can make an impact that lasts.

Read more in Houston Business Journal's 2021 Giving Guide!