Nonprofit
Spotlight
Discover and support exceptional Houston nonprofits making transformational community impact.
Each organization featured here represents excellence in community service. Learn about their missions, explore their impact, and consider making a direct donation to amplify their vital work in Houston.
Featured Organizations
Houston nonprofits we're proud to spotlight for their outstanding community service and measurable impact.
African American Health Coalition
Mission
"The African American Health Coalition is dedicated to promoting healthy lifestyles and advocating for healthy communities for people of African descent."
A Houston nonprofit organization with over 30 years of commitment to community service, promoting healthy lifestyles and cultivating vibrant communities for individuals of African descent.
The Coalition welcomes participation, collaboration, and support from people of all races and ethnicities. Their members possess expertise in community health education and advocacy.
Impact Highlights
Years Serving
Education Focus
Seminars
Supporting community health education and advocacy in Houston.
L.I.F.E. Houston
Mission
"To provide emergency nourishment for hungry babies and provide education about proper infant nutrition to families in need."
L.I.F.E. Houston, a United Way partner, has been filling bottles and feeding babies since 1988. Their Food For Babies program began with the combined efforts of Marion Knight and the leadership of the Church of St. John the Divine in Houston.
For over three decades, L.I.F.E. Houston has been addressing infant hunger and malnutrition in the Houston area, providing both emergency support and educational resources to families in crisis.
Impact Highlights
Years Serving
Fed & Nourished
Nutrition Support
Supporting infant nutrition and education in Houston.
Civic Heart Community Services
Mission
"To help people empower themselves"
Founded in 1989 as Families Under Urban and Social Attack (FUUSA), and most recently known as Change Happens!, Civic Heart Community Services has a thirty-three-year proven track record in working with vulnerable and disadvantaged populations to create life-altering impact.
Civic Heart has grown from one program to more than 25 programs and 70+ employees, providing services to over 65,000 individuals annually through prevention education, youth programs, housing assistance, health insurance enrollment, and employment training.
Impact Highlights
People Served Annually
Programs
Years Impact
Supporting community empowerment and life transformation in Houston.
Houston Area Suicide Prevention Coalition
Mission
"The Houston Area Suicide Prevention Coalition works to reduce suicide in the Greater Houston area through community involvement and informed approaches."
We bring together organizations, individuals, and partners to strengthen suicide prevention efforts in the Greater Houston area and close gaps in resources and support.
We aim to build connections that foster hope and resilience, creating a supportive environment where everyone feels empowered to thrive.
In partnership with Baylor College of Medicine, HASPC is conducting a comprehensive Community Needs Assessment to analyze suicide-related data, epidemiological trends, and workforce capacity in our region.
Coalition Focus
Involvement & Partnership
Data-Driven Approaches
Building hope and resilience in our Houston community.
Collaborating Voices Foundation
Mission
"COLLABORATING VOICES FOUNDATION promotes safe and healthy relationships by supporting service providers, facilitating strategic prevention efforts, and creating opportunities for freedom from domestic violence."
Collaborating Voices Foundation is dedicated to creating a world free from domestic violence through comprehensive support systems, strategic prevention initiatives, and empowering communities to build safer environments for all.
By working directly with service providers and implementing evidence-based prevention strategies, CVF addresses the root causes of domestic violence while providing immediate support and resources to those in need.
Impact Focus Areas
Strategic Efforts
Service Providers
From Violence
Creating opportunities for freedom from domestic violence.
Coalition for the Homeless of Houston/Harris County
Mission
"The Coalition for the Homeless of Houston/Harris County (CFTH) acts as a catalyst, uniting partners and maximizing resources to move people experiencing homelessness into permanent housing with supportive services."
CFTH serves as Houston's coordinating body for homeless services, bringing together government agencies, nonprofit organizations, and community partners to create comprehensive solutions for ending homelessness in the region.
Through strategic coordination and resource allocation, CFTH works to ensure that individuals and families experiencing homelessness receive the support they need to achieve stable, permanent housing and self-sufficiency.
Impact Focus Areas
Permanent Solutions
Supportive Care
Partner Unity
Uniting partners to end homelessness in Houston/Harris County.
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Houston Focus
Must serve the Greater Houston metropolitan area
Proven Impact
Demonstrable community outcomes and accountability
Donation Ready
Established donation systems for community support
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Every organization featured in our spotlight has been carefully vetted for community impact, financial accountability, and operational excellence. We only promote nonprofits we would personally support.