Houston Health Foundation

Our team was so fortunate to wrap up an incredible learning journey last week with an amazing cohort of non profit leaders, as part of the Bridgespan Leading for Impact initiative, generously supported by the Powell Foundation.

We can't say enough about The Bridgespan Group and the compounding positive impact our organization will experience as a result of taking time and space to "Make the Implicit Explicit" and to "Not Let the Urgent Crowd Out the Important".

Thank you to the Powell Foundation, the superb Bridgespan team and to all the friends we made!

Pictured: Robyn Kebede, Program Director of the Basics Houston, posing with Alyssa Talabut of Bridgespan, and fellow Bridgespan cohort members

DiscoverU Buffalo Soldiers National Museum The Parent Teacher Collaborative The Basics Houston

We would like to extend another heartfelt thank you to our most recent Luncheon Keynote Speaker, Dr. Stephen Klineberg.

As the former, founding director of the Kinder Institute for Urban Research and initiator of the Houston Area Survey, his life’s work has illuminated the importance of focusing on Houston’s youth and ensuring that our future generations have the support they need to thrive in the most diverse major city in the country. We’re honored that Dr. Klineberg shared his wisdom with us and inspired everyone in the room to continue supporting the health of children.

Please visit our website to learn how you can get involved: https://houstonhealthfoundation.org/luncheon/

We’re proud to share that the Houston Health Foundation has been selected as one of The Junior League of Houston, Inc. Community Assistance Grant recipients!

The $10,000 grant will support the expansion of the See to Succeed Program, providing vision screenings and prescription eyewear to students during the school day so they can see clearly and succeed in the classroom.

Thank you to The Junior League of Houston and the selection committee for your consideration and support of our See to Succeed Program!

this week is Children’s Book Week? Established in 1919, it’s the longest-running national literacy initiative in the United States, created to promote reading and the transformative power of children’s literature.

In recognition of this week, we’d like to reshare our gratitude to partners aramco and the Houston Library Foundation for creating the See To Succeed Reading Corner. The Initiative allows students to take home a free book after their eye exams.

Aramco Americas Houston Public Library

Last week, three of our rockstar volunteers were honored at the Mayor’s Volunteer Awards!

We depend on our volunteers to keep our programs thriving. From doing maintenance in the community gardens to helping coordinate children to receive their vision and dental screenings, your effort does not go unnoticed.

Thank you to all of our volunteers who give their time and talent to the Houston Health Foundation, and congratulations to Leilany Garza, Jim Durham, and the JustServe Volunteer Group for your mayoral recognition!

📸 City of Houston Department of Neighborhoods (DON)

Pictured:
Leilany Garza, Project Saving Smiles Volunteer
Jim Durham, See to Succeed Volunteer
Kelli Stracener, JustServe Volunteer Group
Leilany Garza, Project Saving Smiles Volunteer
Adrian Hicks, Houston Health Foundation Volunteer Ambassador
Jacy King, See to Succeed Program Administrator

Thank you to all the amazing families, partners, and community members who joined us for Baby Day in Houston! 💛 From playful activities to connecting with valuable local resources, the morning was full of joy, learning, and meaningful connections.

A special thank you to First3Years for allowing the Houston Health Foundation through The Basics Houston to be a partner in this event and statewide celebration.

This event was a reminder of how strong our community is when we come together to support our youngest Texans. Let’s keep the momentum going—keep talking, playing, reading, and singing every day. 🎶📚

Join families across Texas for Baby Day - a statewide celebration of the first three years of life.

Discover how simple, everyday moments - talking, playing, reading, and singing - build the foundation for lifelong health and happiness. Enjoy free activities, connect with local resources, and celebrate early connection. Free & open to families with children ages 0-3.

BABY DAY
April 18, 2025 | 9 AM - 12 PM
West End Multi-Service Center | 170 Heights Blvd, Houston, TX 77007

Register now at: first3yearstx.org/baby-day