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Human Trafficking: Philanthropic Awareness, Action, & Impact
The Houston Philanthropy Circle and Greater Houston Community Foundation hosted a powerful panel discussion on human trafficking, an issue that deeply affects the greater Houston region.

Greater Houston Community Foundation
4 days ago1 min read


Why Place-Based Philanthropy Matters: Investing in Neighborhoods to Drive Lasting Change
True opportunity isn’t built through a single problem or service. In order for individuals and families to build stability and climb the economic ladder, they need access to the full fabric of conditions that make a good life possible such as nutritious food, healthcare, safe and affordable housing, high-quality education, employment opportunities, and the ability to participate in and shape the communities they call home.

Greater Houston Community Foundation
4 days ago1 min read


10 Tips to Strengthen Your Nonprofit with Donor Advised Funds
In today’s rapidly evolving philanthropic landscape, understanding and effectively leveraging donor advised funds is essential for every nonprofit.

Greater Houston Community Foundation
Apr 171 min read


$500,000 Invested in Houston’s Future
Greater Houston Community Foundation announced a $500,000 investment to expand education and career pathways for Houston’s young adults through the second year of its High-Impact Grantmaking initiative.

Greater Houston Community Foundation
Apr 61 min read


Driving Changes with Data: Key Drivers to Increase Economic Mobility in Houston
Understanding Houston , an initiative of Greater Houston Community Foundation, and OpenRICE , an initiative of Rice University’s...

Greater Houston Community Foundation
Apr 28, 20251 min read


Understanding the Changes in Bifurcated Gifts
In the rapidly changing world of funding, nonprofit organizations encounter fresh challenges that demand thoughtful navigation and...

Greater Houston Community Foundation
Oct 7, 20241 min read


Your Guide to Houston’s Black-Led Organizations
In a city as vibrant and diverse as Houston, there’s no shortage of opportunities to make an impact. However, the landscape of nonprofit organizations can often feel overwhelming. Greater Houston Community Foundation’s Giving Guide to Houston’s Black-led Organizations (Giving Guide) is one tool designed to help you navigate this landscape.

Greater Houston Community Foundation
Sep 11, 20241 min read


Collaborating for Mental Wellness in Houston
In June, the Will and Jada Smith Family Foundation —in partnership with IPIC Houston and Greater Houston Community Foundation—hosted a...

Greater Houston Community Foundation
Sep 11, 20241 min read


Empowerment Enthusiast, Dr. Gena Jerkins
March 22, 2024 | Kaitlin Necas https://ghcf.org/articles/empowerment-enthusiast-dr-gena-jerkins/ In the heart of Houston, a woman is...

Greater Houston Community Foundation
Apr 1, 20241 min read


11 Terms You Should Know to Better Understand Structural Racism
July 11, 2016 | Aspen Institute https://www.aspeninstitute.org/blog-posts/structural-racism-definition/

Greater Houston Community Foundation
Feb 6, 20231 min read


The Importance of Funding Leaders of Color To Build Equity and Justice
Giving Compass https://givingcompass.org/article/the-importance-of-funding-leaders-of-color?utm_source=newsletter154&utm_medium=email&utm...

Greater Houston Community Foundation
Feb 6, 20231 min read
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