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Houston’s largest-ever naturalization ceremony swears in more than 3,300 new citizens

3,360 people were sworn in as U.S. citizens during Houston’s largest-ever naturalization ceremony, led by a coalition of county and community organizations.

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Local Artist Recognized for Sharing Story of Migration, Resilience, and Family Devotion

Local artist Guadalupe Hernandez will showcase his series, Con Cariño, in a solo exhibition of the Jones Artist Awards Program. Created by Houston Endowment, the program recognizes local artists and reflects the many stories and perspectives of Greater Houston’s residents.

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February 26, 2025

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The Channel | February 2025

Check out the latest issue of The Channel for a look at how grantee Teach Plus is empowering teachers, how…
February 25, 2025

Public Education

How lessons from the past can help us build the future of education

Houston Endowment President and CEO Ann Stern urged supporters of public education to draw inspiration from Houston’s history as they…
February 25, 2025

Public Education

US PREP Houston Learning Tour showcases collaborative strategies for strengthening the teacher workforce

Houston’s education leaders gathered in February for the US PREP Houston Learning Tour, highlighting innovative strategies for teacher preparation, retention,…
February 25, 2025

Public Education

Houston teachers step into the policy arena with Teach Plus advocacy training

Houston’s teachers are stepping up—not just in the classroom, but in the policy arena. At a recent one-day advocacy training…
February 19, 2025

Arts and Parks

Houston Endowment names 2025 Jones Artist Award Recipients

Launched in 2023, the award is named after Houston Endowment’s founders, Jesse H. and Mary Gibbs Jones. The annual program…
February 12, 2025

Arts and Parks

Houston Endowment honors nine local creatives with Jones Artist Award

Recipients earned an installation at Houston Endowment’s office, as well as guidance and support to strengthen their creative careers.
February 6, 2025

Arts and Parks

Bao-Long Chu Named Nasher Haemisegger Fellow at SMU DataArts

SMU DataArts, the national center for arts research based at SMU Meadows School of the Arts has named Bao-Long Chu,…
January 29, 2025

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The Channel | January 2025

Check out the latest issue of The Channel for a behind-the-scenes look with Jones Artists, insights on why teachers need…
January 29, 2025

Civic Engagement

New alliance of business leaders engaging on issues that affect Texans

The group will focus on several key issues affecting Texans, including economic development, health care, civic participation, cross-sector collaborations, and…