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The Bigger We
Better Discussions Change Communities: Real Stories of Impact
The Interactivity Foundation helps people have better conversations in schools, workplaces, and communities. Their websi…
Mar 11, 2026
Families
Parent Support Resources and Communication Tools
Parents Forum offers helpful resources to support families and improve communication. They provide a free flyer called '…
Mar 11, 2026
Planet
Houston Wilderness Protects Nature Across Greater Houston
Houston Wilderness is a nonprofit group that brings together businesses, nonprofits, and government agencies to protect …
Mar 5, 2026
The Bigger We
Student Reporters Bridge Divides Through Collaborative News Stories
News Ambassadors connects student journalists from different political and geographic areas to work together on news sto…
Mar 5, 2026
The Bigger We
How GiveWell Measures the Impact of Charitable Donations
GiveWell is a charity research organization that helps donors find the most effective places to give money to save lives…
Mar 15, 2026
Voice
New Program Trains Women for Government Jobs
Ready to Launch is a new nonprofit that helps women from diverse backgrounds get started in careers in politics, governm…
Mar 11, 2026
Families
What Is Mentoring? A Guide to Youth Development Programs
Mentoring connects young people with older, more experienced adults who help them grow and succeed. This guide explains …
Mar 11, 2026
Families
Research Reviews of Youth Mentoring Programs
The National Mentoring Resource Center reviews research on mentoring programs to help communities choose effective appro…
Mar 11, 2026
Voice
Urban Edge: Houston Research News & Data Stories
Urban Edge is the news website from Rice University's Kinder Institute that shares research and data about Houston. They…
Mar 11, 2026
Families
Research Reviews on Youth Mentoring Programs
The National Mentoring Resource Center creates research reports about youth mentoring programs to help people understand…
Mar 11, 2026
The Bigger We
Students Bridge Divides Through Cross-Country Home Exchanges
The American Exchange Project helps high school seniors build friendships across America's divides through free week-lon…
Mar 5, 2026
Voice
Building Democracy Through Working Together Across Party Lines
The Bipartisan Policy Center (BPC) helps Democrats and Republicans work together to solve America's biggest problems. Fo…
Mar 5, 2026
Money
Student Debt Crisis Affects Young Adults More Than Ever
Young adults today face much more student debt than their parents did. In 1989, only 15% of young households had student…
Mar 11, 2026
The Bigger We
Care Lab Works to Bridge Political Divides in Washington
Care Lab is a nonprofit organization that brings together Republican and Democratic leaders in Washington D.C. to have c…
Mar 11, 2026
The Bigger We
How to Start a Youth Mentoring Program in Your Community
MENTOR, the national mentoring organization, provides a complete guide for starting youth mentoring programs. The five-s…
Mar 11, 2026
The Bigger We
Building the Bridge Podcast - Community Connection Stories
Building the Bridge is a podcast that shares stories about people bringing communities together. Host Elmo Winters talks…
Mar 11, 2026
The Bigger We
Study Shows Americans Want Young & Old People Working Together
A big study by the University of Chicago found that Americans are excited about young and old people working together to…
Mar 5, 2026
Planet
New Fish Helps Small Farmers Fight Hunger and Climate Change
Scientists created a special type of tilapia fish called GIFT that helps small farmers around the world. This improved f…
Mar 11, 2026
The Bigger We
Free Online Videos About Faith, Democracy, and Building Bridges
The Institute for Christian & Jewish Studies (ICJS) offers a free library of recorded online programs featuring authors,…
Mar 11, 2026
The Bigger We
2025 Speakers at David Mathews Center for Civic Life
The David Mathews Center for Civic Life announces its 2025 Civic Institute speakers who will share expertise on communit…
Mar 11, 2026
Services & Support
20Star of Hope Mission
Star of Hope
Star of Hope gives people who don't have homes a safe place to sleep, hot meals, and programs to help them get jobs and …
713-227-8900 Houston
Ethiopia Peace and Dialogue Programs
Search for Common Ground
Search for Common Ground helps communities in Ethiopia's Amhara region build peace and solve problems together. They use…
Houston
Workplace Dialogue Training Programs
Constructive Dialogue Institute
This organization helps companies build better workplaces where employees from different backgrounds can work together w…
Houston
High School Dialogue Skills Programs
Constructive Dialogue Institute
Free programs that teach high school students and teachers how to have respectful conversations about difficult topics. …
Houston
Philanthropy New York Membership
Philanthropy New York
Philanthropy New York offers membership to foundations and funders who want to learn, connect, and work together for soc…
New York
Professional Opportunities Database
NeuroArts Resource Center
This is a database where people in neuroarts can find professional opportunities. Neuroarts combines brain science with …
Houston
BakerRipley Community Centers
BakerRipley
BakerRipley has community centers all over Houston that help families get job training, childcare, and immigration servi…
713-276-0800 Houston
Classroom Pen Pal Pairing Service
American Pals
American Pals connects classrooms from different parts of the United States to become pen pals. Teachers can sign up the…
Houston
Civic Education Programs
Mathews Center
The Mathews Center offers two programs to help college students and recent graduates learn about civic engagement and co…
Houston
Civility Training Programs
Institute for Civility
The Institute for Civility offers training programs to help people communicate better and understand each other. These c…
Houston
Speaking Engagements and Workshops
Institute for Civility
The Institute for Civility offers speaking engagements and workshops to help groups learn better communication skills. T…
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Digital Life Youth Curriculum
One America Movement
Faith-based educational program for young people that teaches healthy online habits and how to build positive relationsh…
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We Hold These Truths Community Dialogue Dinners
Equitable Dinners
We Hold These Truths brings people together for meals and conversations about what America means to them. Groups of abou…
Atlanta
BreakBread Work - Workplace Team Building Program
Break Bread World
BreakBread Work helps companies build stronger teams through shared meals and deep conversations. Teams of 6 to 1,000 pe…
Houston
High School and Middle School Civil Discourse Program
Braver Angels
This program teaches middle and high school students how to have respectful conversations about topics people disagree o…
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College Civil Discourse Programming
Braver Angels
These programs teach college students how to have respectful conversations about important topics, even when they disagr…
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Scholars Council for Professors
Braver Angels
This program helps college professors learn how to have respectful conversations about hard topics. Teachers can join to…
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Volunteer Engagement Resources for Organizations
Idealist
Free training resources and webinars to help nonprofit organizations recruit, train, and keep volunteers. Includes live …
Houston
Charitable Consulting Services
Greater Houston Community Foundation
Professional help for people, businesses, and foundations who want to give money to charity more effectively. The team h…
Not specified Houston
Braver Scholars - Research and Arts Programs
Braver Angels
This program helps people learn to have friendly conversations with others who have different political ideas. They offe…
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Organizations Doing This Work
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Kresge Foundation — American Cities Program
Community Partner
This foundation gives money and support to help neighborhoods in American cities become stronger pla…
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Bay Area Financial Education Foundation
Educational Institution
This organization teaches people how to manage money better through classes and workshops. They help…
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Berkeley Food Network
Human Services
This organization helps people in Berkeley find fresh, healthy food in their neighborhood. They conn…
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Cortico
Foundation/Grantmaker
Cortico makes computer programs that help people talk to each other better, even when they disagree …
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Houston Wilderness
Environmental
Houston Wilderness is a nonprofit organization dedicated to protecting, preserving, and promoting th…
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Texas Department of Agriculture
Community Partner
This state office helps rural communities in Texas grow stronger by providing money for business pro…
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Urban Rural Action
Foundation/Grantmaker
Organization that brings divided communities together through their Uniting for Action program
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Berkeley Youth Alternatives
Human Services
Berkeley Youth Alternatives helps young people who have been in trouble with the police or courts ge…
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Dollar Bank
Community Partner
Dollar Bank helps people with their money needs like checking accounts, savings, and loans. They off…
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A Better Way
Healthcare Provider
A Better Way helps people who struggle with drugs or alcohol get better and live healthier lives. Th…
B
Building Opportunities for Self-Sufficiency
Human Services
This organization helps people learn job skills and build careers so they can support themselves and…
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YWCA Berkeley/Oakland
Human Services
YWCA Berkeley/Oakland helps women and families stay safe and build strong lives. They offer programs…
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Dance Houston
Arts, Culture & Humanities
Dance Houston teaches people of all ages how to dance and express themselves through movement. They …
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Kresge Foundation — Arts & Culture Program
Arts, Culture & Humanities
This foundation gives money to artists and art groups who want to make their cities more fair and ex…
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Kresge Foundation — Human Services Program
Human Services
This foundation gives money to organizations that help families get housing, food, jobs, and stay sa…
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Holocaust Museum Houston
Arts, Culture & Humanities
This museum teaches people about the Holocaust and other important history to help everyone understa…
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Duke University
Educational Institution
Duke University is a college where students can learn many different subjects and develop leadership…
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Houston Arts Initiative
Arts, Culture & Humanities
This group creates art programs and events that bring Houston neighborhoods together. They help peop…
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Houston Arts Foundation
Arts, Culture & Humanities
This foundation helps people in Houston learn about and enjoy the arts. They support programs that t…
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Center of Life
Youth Development
Center of Life is a Pittsburgh-based nonprofit offering free community and youth programs that empow…
Policies & Legislation
10HR 3692Pending
Helping Young People Become Fishermen
This bill would create a program to help young people get into commercial fishing careers by providing training, mentori
Federal
HR 2120Introduced
ROCR Value Based Program Act
Federal
HR 2709Pending
Save Our Sequoias Act
This federal bill funds efforts to protect giant sequoia trees from wildfires and disease, preserving some of America's
Federal
S 2357Pending
Young Fishermen’s Development Program Reauthorization Act
Federal
HR 7382Introduced
Nonprofit Security Grant Program Transparency Act
Federal
S 3971Pending
Supporting Small Business Innovation
This bill would strengthen programs that help small businesses innovate and grow, providing access to research funding,
Federal
HR 6858Introduced
Veteran Suicide Prevention Act
This federal bill strengthens suicide prevention programs for veterans, expanding mental health resources and crisis sup
Federal
HR 7914Introduced
To amend the Food Security Act of 1985 with respect to the experienced services program, and for other purposes.
Federal
HR 7956Introduced
To amend the Public Health Service Act to reauthorize the State offices of rural health program.
Federal
HR 7925Introduced
To amend the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act of 1996 to limit the eligibility of aliens to receive benefits under the temporary assistance for needy families program, and for other purposes.
Federal
Learning Paths
2Understanding Your Benefits
Did you know there are programs that can help with food, healthcare, housing, and more? This path shows you what's available, if you qualify, and exactly how to apply. No confusing forms — just clear steps.
Beginner
Financial Foundations
Money can be stressful, but it doesn't have to be scary. This path teaches you how to budget, save, build credit, and plan for the future — one step at a time. With videos, tools, and music to keep you motivated.
Beginner
Life Situations
7Housing Stability
Rental assistance, emergency shelter, homebuyer programs, and tenant rights resources to help you stay housed and secure.
Critical priority
Mental Health & Wellness
Counseling, crisis support, peer groups, and wellness programs to help you or a loved one navigate tough times. You are not alone.
High priority
Childcare & Early Learning
Quality childcare, Pre-K programs, Head Start, and after-school options that support working families and prepare children for success.
High priority
Senior Resources
Programs and services designed for older adults — from meal delivery and transportation to social activities and health screenings.
Medium priority
Utility Assistance
Help with electricity, water, and gas bills through LIHEAP, city programs, and nonprofit assistance funds.
High priority
Transportation
Bus passes, ride programs, bike share, and transportation assistance to help you get where you need to go.
Medium priority
Education & GED
Adult education, GED programs, ESL classes, and college readiness resources for lifelong learners.
Low priority
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