Out of This World

Scenes from a Space-Age Soirée

Martians and martinis have a moment at the Houston Center for Contemporary Craft's cosmic-themed benefit.

09/26/2018 By Abby Ledoux

Doggos

Dogs And Their Humans Take To The Streets in EaDo on June 22

New festival, Turn Up With Your Pup, raises money for Houston's homeless pets.

06/18/2018 By Gwendolyn Knapp

save the groundhog

Main Street Theater Saves the Groundhogs (And Raises Lots of Money)

"The Big Do!" raised six figures for MST's Childrens' Outreach Program and hosted our theater writer's stage debut.

02/05/2018 By Doni Wilson

Space Jam

Space Center Houston Launches Campaign to Restore Historic Mission Control

Historic Mission Control is taking a trip back to 1969, when Neil Armstrong took the first step on the moon.

08/10/2017 By Cara Maines

Giving Back

A Stutter Can't Stop Astros Star George Springer

At the outfielder's annual bowling classic this weekend, proceeds will go towards CAMP Say, helping youth who stutter.

06/09/2017 By Allyson Waller

Charity

Simone Biles Goes to the Mattresses for Foster Kids

The Olympic athlete knows firsthand the challenges faced by foster children, and has teamed up with Mattress Firm to help.

02/03/2017 By Rafa Farihah

Thin Mint Mania

In the 100th Girl Scout Cookie Season, Novelty Prevails

A new flavor, a new app and everything you need to know about the sweetest time of the year.

01/21/2017 By Katharine Shilcutt

Sweet Charity

How You Can Help the Owner of Houston's Most Iconic Taco Truck

Maria Victoria's 22-year-old daughter passed away this week; West Alabama Ice House is raising funds for her funeral.

08/30/2016 By Katharine Shilcutt

The CAC's "Advocate Through Art Party"

Nearly 400 guests gathered to support The Children's Assessment Center.

10/21/2015 Photography by Priscilla Dickson

Slideshow

Khanh Nguyen of Nha Khanh Designs Trunk Show

A stylish champagne brunch & trunk show featuring Dallas designer, Khanh Nguyen of Nha Khanh Designs.

10/05/2015 With Sarah Rose Photography by Quy Tran

Slideshow

Palmer Drug Abuse Program's Inaugural Luncheon

Houston heavy hitters came together to raise money in support of the Palmer Drug Abuse Program.

09/29/2015 With Sarah Rose Photography by Roswitha Vogler

Slideshow

IW Marks Love Wins

Loved ruled at IW Marks during Houston’s first wedding event celebrating Love Wins.

09/29/2015 With Sarah Rose Photography by CatchLightGroup

Slideshow

Back to the 80’s Pre-Gala Kickoff Celebration

Children's Museum Houston celebrated its 35th anniversary in blast-from-the-past style

09/29/2015 By Nick Esquer Photography by Gary Fountain

Slideshow

Greater Houston Partnership 2015 Soirèe: "Treasure Houston"

The soirèe, themed "Treasure Houston," offered a night of entertainment, culinary delights and a world-class silent auction.

09/24/2015 With Sarah Rose Photography by David Brown and Richard Carson

Back in (Ruggles) Black

Bruce Molzan Turns to Crowdsourced Fundraising for Baby Ruggles

Does the city need another Ruggles? Does it need a paleo bakery? Does Kickstarter actually work?

07/29/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

The Heat Is On

Bravado Spice Co. Is Bringing Back a Favorite Hot Sauce—with Your Help

The Houston-based hot sauce company is looking to raise $25,000 to bring the heat nationwide.

05/27/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

Start Me Up

Maine-ly Sandwiches Turns to Kickstarter for Capital

The successful sandwich shop has hit a snag, and is now asking customers for help.

03/03/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

We Were There

The Champion Card Kick-Off Party

First-time fundraiser encourages Houstonians to shop local for a good cause.

05/12/2014 With Sarah Pendley

Sweet Charity

Fundraising Dinner Planned for Gracie Nguyen, Injured at SXSW

Local chefs and restaurateurs rally to help pastry chef Gracie Nguyen pay medical bills after accident.

03/28/2014 By Katharine Shilcutt

In Remembrance

Family Needs Help Paying for Funeral

A funeral fund has been set up for film critic Eric Harrison.

12/05/2013 By Katharine Shilcutt