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Houston Food Bank Facility Tours
Take a free tour of the Houston Food Bank's huge warehouse and kitchen to learn how they help feed hungry families in our community. You'll see volunteers sorting food, learn about hunger in Houston, and discover how this amazing place makes hot meals for kids.
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The Change Lab 2025 Annual Report: Building Civic Infrastructure Through Community Connection
“ THE CHANGE LAB A community of practice 2025 ANNUAL REPORT THE CHANGE LABthechangelab.net · A fiscally sponsored project of Impact Hub Houston · Page 1 of 2 We connect by serving and learning toget...”
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Social Connection in America: 2025 Survey Report on Community Bonds and Well-Being
“ 2025 Survey Report About This Project This survey will catalyze a broad and lasting impact—transforming how we define, prioritize, and support social connection in America. This survey is led by D...”
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Good Stories About Animals and People Who Help ThemGood Good Good is a website that shares positive news stories about animals and the people who care for them. The site features many heartwarming stories, like mini therapy horses bringing joy to lonely seniors, and wildlife-sniffing dogs that can detect hidden trafficked animals with 98% accuracy using just air samples. Other stories include a judge who ruled that dogs are legally considered 'immediate family,' divers discovering a new underwater species that looks like a panda, and a critically endangered parrot making a comeback thanks to berries. The site also covers how Indigenous communities in Bolivia have helped protect nearly 1 million hectares of Amazon rainforest, and how incarcerated men are helping rehabilitate injured squirrels and baby possums in prison. There are stories about rescue dogs helping find lost pets and a rare kitten with 4 ears bringing attention to pets with disabilities. The website aims to celebrate positive news about animals making a difference for people and people making a difference for animals. It also promotes awareness of special days like Jane Goodall Day for climate action.
Community Action Model for Building Healthier CommunitiesHealthy Places by Design created a Community Action Model to help communities work together to improve health and well-being. The model has three main parts: understanding your community's unique background and challenges, following six essential practices for success, and using a 3-step cycle called Partner-Prepare-Progress. The Partner step builds relationships between different groups. The Prepare step helps communities plan and set priorities. The Progress step puts plans into action through new programs, policies, and changes to neighborhoods. The model shows how communities can create lasting change by working together over time. Early impacts include new programs and stronger relationships. Intermediate impacts include policy changes and new community spaces like gardens and farmers markets. Long-term impacts create a 'culture of health' where healthy living becomes part of how the community works. The model has been successfully used in cities like Buffalo, New York and Denver, Colorado. This guide helps community leaders, coalitions, and funders understand how to create comprehensive approaches for community health improvements that last.
How Faith Groups Can Protect DemocracyThis guide explains how religious communities can help protect democracy in America. It shows that faith and freedom work together - democracy protects religious freedom, and faith groups help strengthen democracy. The guide gives examples from around the world where religious leaders stood up to bad governments. It describes four main ways faith communities can help: speaking out against abuse of power, peacefully resisting unfair laws, bringing different groups together, and providing meeting spaces and resources for organizing. The guide includes stories like Catholic nuns in the Philippines who knelt before tanks while praying, helping end violence. It also tells about Black churches that were the backbone of the Civil Rights movement. The resource provides toolkits and action steps for faith communities who want to get involved in protecting democratic values while staying true to their beliefs.
Houston Endowment's Upstream Podcast Explores Local SolutionsUpstream is a podcast by Houston Endowment that brings together researchers and changemakers to discuss what's working in Houston communities. Each episode features conversations about new approaches and promising findings across four main areas: civic engagement, education, arts and culture, and green spaces. The podcast highlights how organizations and individuals around the Houston region are making a positive impact. Recent episodes have explored topics like the Greater Houston Arts Survey, which captures detailed information about how artists live and work in the city, and the 'Grow Your Own' effort in local school districts. The podcast is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube, making it easy for anyone interested in community improvement to learn from local experts and organizations.
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All servicesFind Food Near YouThis map shows you where to get free food in your neighborhood. Just type in your zip code to find food pantries, meal programs, and places giving out food nearby.Houston Food BankHouston Food Bank gives free groceries and meals to families who need help getting food. They help people in Houston and 18 nearby areas get healthy food for their families.Houston Food Bank — Mobile DistributionsFree groceries at pop-up locations across Houston. No ID required. Just show up during distribution hours and bring your own bags.Houston Food Bank - Main DistributionThe Houston Food Bank gives free food to families who need it. You can visit their pantry to get groceries, or find a smaller food pantry near you.Convivir Wellness Hub ServicesAllies in Caring helps immigrant families with free counseling, job search help, housing, food, and healthcare. They offer services in English and Spanish, both in person and online.Local Resources DatabaseThis website helps people find resources they need like food banks, childcare, health services, and shelters. All the information is in one easy-to-use online list that gets updated regularly.
The Journey
23 connected resources across 5 levelsTrail depth
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Get CuriousRead, watch, explore3 resourcesLevel 2
Find Your PeopleMeet orgs, neighbors, groups11 resourcesYou are hereOrganizationUnited Way of New York CityBrings together nonprofits, businesses, and volunteers to help families find jobs, get healthcare, and have safe places to live. Raises and shares money with local groups that help people most.
OrganizationTroy University Office of Civic EngagementThis office at Troy University helps college students learn how to be good citizens and help their community. They run programs like a campus kitchen that provides food and teaches students about democracy and community service.
OrganizationBuilding Parks & Community LeadershipHelps neighborhoods create better parks and teaches people how to be strong community leaders. Works with residents to make their neighborhoods more connected.
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Show UpEvents, meetings, volunteeringWe are building resources for this level
Level 4
Go DeeperTraining, sustained involvement8 resourcesLevel 5
Make Your MoveAdvocacy, organizing, creating1 resource