Grantmaking Foundations
Private philanthropic foundation that improves life for the people of the greater Houston area through its contributions to charitable organizations and educational institutions.
The mission of the Kinder Foundation is to support Greater Houston as a model city for economic opportunity and quality of life.
Established by a transformative gift from Maureen and Jim Hackett, The Hackett Center is the Meadows Institute’s first regional center, focused on the unique needs of Greater Houston and the Texas Gulf Coast. Starting with its inaugural effort to help heal communities traumatized by Hurricane Harvey, The Hackett Center has advanced mental health initiatives – primarily focused on children, youth, and families – to improve lives across the region.
Community leader, convening agencies and coordinating resources to create positive change. Facilitating philanthropy for Houston's families and corporations.
The American Leadership Forum (ALF) is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to join and strengthen diverse leaders to serve the common good. We do this through a yearlong Fellows Program in which leaders can engage in dialogue, explore differences, and build relationships. ALF strengthens Fellows’ capacity to address public issues collaboratively and builds a strong leadership network to work for positive change in our community.