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Houston Endowment Launches $4.9 Million Collaboration Fund to Strengthen Organizational Capacity of Local Nonprofits
Foundation directs funding to 65 current grantee partners, signaling commitment to building a resilient nonprofit sector
Apprenticeship programs show promise amid teacher workforce crisis
Apprenticeship programs are often associated with the construction industry, healthcare, and technology. However, as the nation grapples with an escalating teacher shortage, some school districts are turning to the familiar model to build a pipeline of prepared educators who learn alongside other teachers while earning a paycheck.
Four Local Artists Focus on Legacy in New Houston Endowment Installation
Local artists Jean Shon, Kaima Akarue, Kim Le, and Stanley Bermudez will showcase original works in Traces of Being.
The Channel | October 2024
Explore the latest issue of The Channel, our monthly newsletter, to learn more about a collaborative vision for Houston's cultural districts, our new Vice President of Programs, and more.
New research shows impact of hiring uncertified teachers
With more than half of newly hired teachers in Texas lacking state certification and classroom experience, researchers are sounding the alarm on the long-term impact of a stop-gap measure.
Citizenship Now! mobile unit targets hard-to-reach communities
The Citizenship Now! mobile unit from grantee Bonding Against Adversity (BAA) is part of a broader effort that aims to reach 70,000 lawful permanent residents who could benefit from citizenship preparation and filing services.
Cultural District celebrate collaborate arts vision
Guests applauded and cameras clicked as the celebration of Arts and Humanities Month concluded at the Houston Endowment office on Thursday, October 24.
One-on-One with Tabitha Rice, Vice President of Programs
Houston Endowment’s newest executive shares her thoughts on the Foundation, Houston, and more Tabitha Rice joined Houston Endowment in summer 2024, bringing with her visionary
Welcome to The Channel
Welcome to The Channel, our first ever newsletter! In today’s edition you’ll find news about tackling the teacher shortage, Riverside Hospital’s revival, Houston’s efforts to boost citizenship, what’s next for the cultural districts, and more. Subscribe to get The Channel every month.