The Neighborhood Longhorns Program
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The Neighborhood Longhorns Program aims to encourage self-discipline, promote enthusiasm for learning and increase student success.
The Neighborhood Longhorns Program is the premier educational outreach program for The University of Texas at Austin offering 2nd through 8th graders in Title I schools the opportunity to envision attending college through incentives and scholarships. The Neighborhood Longhorns Program (NLP), established in 1991, is an educational incentive program operated in partnership with the Austin Independe
04/27/2026
Wrapping up the school year with our final beautification project 🌎 Held in honor of Earth Day, we spent the day at Casey Elementary School creating a brighter, more beautiful space for students and staff.
A special thank you to Travis Manion Foundation and the Austin Platoon for partnering with us and helping bring this project to life!
Pure joy at the Truist Youth Sports Clinic 🤘 Third graders from Allison Elementary had the chance to attend Texas Relays, and this same group also joined a sports clinic with student-athletes from multiple Longhorn sports teams!
So grateful to see our Longhorn athletes inspiring the next generation and making such a meaningful impact on these students. 🧡
You don’t have to be a legend to show up like one 🤘 Make an impact right here in our community by volunteering with the Neighborhood Longhorns Program. Together, we’re supporting 5,500+ students across 40 local schools, students who can truly benefit from your time, guidance, and encouragement.
Big or small, it all matters. Hook ’em to making a difference 🧡
Volunteer: https://givepul.se/jn2im6
04/03/2026
Ready, set, go! 🏃♂️✨ Third graders from Allison Elementary got a front-row seat to the action at the Texas Relays this week! Huge thanks to the volunteers from Kappa Alpha Psi for spending time with the students, sharing lunch, and making the day even more memorable! 👏
03/30/2026
Literacy Night done right! 📚 Ty Boatright and McCoy Bruce from Texas Football & the Silver Spurs brought the fun to St. Elmo Elementary, sharing the joy of reading with a crowd favorite Pete the Cat and the Perfect Pizza Party! 🍕
Nothing better than big role models inspiring little readers… always a hit! 👏📖
03/12/2026
Last month, we were honored to have representatives of UT Austin’s Divine Nine participate in a Black History Month celebration at Harris Elementary. Members of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity and Omega Psi Phi Fraternity performed for the students. They were incredible and everyone had a great time!
Volunteering with the Neighborhood Longhorns Program? Legendary 🤘
We’d love for you to join us in supporting 2nd–8th graders in Central Texas Title I schools with mentorship, tutoring, and encouragement as they begin to envision their path to college!
Learn more about signing up: https://utexas.givepulse.com/group/5974-Neighborhood-Longhorns-Program
02/26/2026
Tonight’s the night! 🤘 Join us at the Moody Center to cheer on and support us all in one. Let’s pack the stands, Longhorn Nation!
TOMORROW 🤘If 10K fans attend the game at Moody Center this Thursday, $10,000 is donated to the Neighborhood Longhorns Program!
Get your tickets and get loud tomorrow!
What starts here changes the world 🤘 You can be part of that impact today by volunteering with the Neighborhood Longhorns Program. Together, we serve over 5,500 students across 40 elementary and middle schools who are at higher risk of experiencing academic challenges, and your time can make a real difference right here in our community.
Hook ’em to making a difference!
Volunteer info: https://utexas.givepulse.com/group/5974-Neighborhood-Longhorns-Program
12/18/2025
Spreading holiday cheer is our favorite tradition 🎄✨ The organized a Holiday Giving Tree for 5th graders at Galindo Elementary, with student-athletes purchasing and wrapping gifts for every student. 🎁
With the help of Texas SAAC reps and Track & Field athletes Sophia Jacobs-Townsley and Logan Popelka, the presents were delivered today, making the season a little brighter for these students!
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