Charity & Society

Party Time

Beyond the Gala: How Small Arts Orgs Raise Funds Without Big Budgets

Fancy soirées have their place in the fundraising world, but they aren’t always realistic. Luckily, Houston arts nonprofits happen to be full of creative types with bright ideas.

10/07/2025 By Meredith Nudo

Best Medicine

In Houston, Art and Medicine Work Together

A city powered by both the sciences and the arts has led to medical professionals pursuing both career paths.

02/13/2025 By Meredith Nudo

Giving Season

Local Nonprofits to Donate to for the Issues You Care About

These organizations show up for the less fortunate in Houston, so let’s show up for them.

11/25/2024 By Uvie Bikomo

BLACK HISTORY MONTH

George Floyd’s Legacy Lives

Philonise Floyd and his wife, Keeta, have created a nonprofit to support their community and honor George’s memory.

02/27/2023 By Shelby Stewart

Santa's Helper

3 Houston Toy Drives That Could Use Your Donations

Give the kids a reason to smile this Christmas with your donations.

12/05/2022 By Jessica Lodge

TROT YOUR STUFF(ING)

6 Turkey Trots Happening in Houston This Thanksgiving

How about a quick marathon before you sit down for your holiday meal?

11/10/2022 By Claire Anderson

Jingle Bells

The 2022 Nutcracker Market Will Introduce 50 New Shops to NRG

The annual event taking place at the NRG Center boasts 270 vendors this year.

10/27/2022 By Shelby Stewart

RELIEF RESOURCES

5 Ways Texans Can Support Puerto Rico After Hurricane Fiona

Today marks five years since the island was devastated by Hurricane Maria.

09/20/2022 By Amarie Gipson

Fall Arts Guide 2022

5 Women Changing Houston's Art Scene From the Top

Meet five women creating a collaborative and interconnected visual art community in Houston.

09/19/2022 By Amarie Gipson Illustrations by Robin Kachantones

LEGACY

Houston Ballet Receives A Record-Breaking Donation

The $10 million legacy gift was presented by Margaret Alkek Williams.

05/16/2022 By Danielle Wright

AAPI

Support These 10 Organizations for AAPI Month

Get to know some of the organizations preserving the AAPI community in Houston.

05/06/2022 By Amarie Gipson

CHARITY

Barbara Bush’s A Celebration of Reading Returns for 28th Year

The gala will be held on April 21 and features five bestselling authors.

02/21/2022 By Ile-Ife Okantah

FEATURE

Deun Ivory’s Nonprofit is Providing Creative Wellness for Houston Women

Meet the Texas-born artist behind Houston’s new creative wellness hub, The Body: A Home for Love.

11/16/2021 By Amarie Gipson

Preserving History

Houston's LULAC Clubhouse Needs Your Help

A national treasure in the heart of Midtown is in danger of demolition.

08/12/2021 By Carolina Larracilla Edited by Amarie Gipson

back to school

Help a Houston Student Take a Backpack to School this Fall

YMCA of Greater Houston Hosts its 17th-annual Operation Backpack drive.

07/13/2021 By Carolina Larracilla

Black-tie affair

Cotton Holdings Celebrated Its 25th Anniversary with a Blowout Party

In-person galas are back, y'all.

06/24/2021 By Catherine Wendlandt

Some happy news

MacKenzie Scott Just Gave Millions to 2 More Houston Organizations

Project Row Houses and San Jacinto College have received funds from the philanthropist’s massive donation.

06/15/2021 By Catherine Wendlandt

rain rain go away

Despite the Rain, Women of Wardrobe's 16th Annual Spring Fling Was a Success

Houston's young professionals picnicked on-the-go to benefit Dress for Success Houston.

05/05/2021 With Marianna Corcoran

Let’s party

Junior League of Houston Raises $600K at Its Virtual Gala

On May 1, guests celebrated the League from the comfort of their own homes.

05/05/2021 By Catherine Wendlandt

Over the edge

Descend a Houston Skyscraper … for Charity

The Women’s Home is offering Houstonians the chance to rappel down the 250-foot DoubleTree Galleria.

04/26/2021 By Brittany Cristiano

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