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Houston Health Department - WIC
Houston's WIC program gives free healthy food to pregnant women, new moms, and children under 5. They also teach families about good nutrition and connect them to other helpful services.
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The Change Lab 2025 Annual Report: Building Civic Infrastructure Through Community Connection
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Keys to Well-Being: Learn About Happiness and ConnectionThe Greater Good Science Center at UC Berkeley offers a comprehensive guide to well-being through science-based research. This resource explores 14 key areas that help people live happier, more meaningful lives. Each area includes detailed explanations and interactive quizzes to help you understand yourself better. The topics cover altruism (helping others), awe (feeling wonder), bridging differences (connecting across divides), compassion, diversity, empathy, forgiveness, gratitude, happiness, intellectual humility, love, mindfulness, purpose, and social connection. Each section explains what research shows about these qualities and how they benefit both individuals and communities. The quizzes help you reflect on your own experiences and identify areas where you might want to grow. This is an excellent educational resource for anyone interested in personal development, mental health, or understanding what makes life meaningful. The content is based on scientific research but presented in an accessible way for general audiences.
Kids Services Council Shows What Programs They FundThe Children's Services Council funds over 60 local programs to help kids and families in Palm Beach County, Florida. They spend about $140 million each year on programs that help pregnant women, babies, young children, and their parents. Their "Healthy Beginnings" programs include home visits to new parents, counseling for families dealing with stress or trauma, parenting classes to help moms and dads raise their kids better, and early help for children with developmental delays. They also fund crisis hotlines, mental health services, and programs that teach teens how to make good choices. These programs help make sure more babies are born healthy, kids grow up safe, and families have the support they need. The council has been doing this important work for 40 years, working with many different agencies to provide direct services to families who need help the most.
College Program Fights Student Hunger With Food PantriesNC Campus Engagement runs a program to help college students who don't have enough food. Since 2010, they've partnered with Food Lion grocery stores to fight hunger on college campuses across North Carolina. Their main program is the NC Collegiate Hunger Challenge, where colleges compete to raise awareness about student food insecurity and collect food donations. Schools pick student ambassadors who lead events and food drives on campus. Winners get cash prizes up to $10,000 to support their campus food pantries. The program also gives grants to help schools start or expand food pantries. Over 30 colleges have participated, including community colleges, state universities, and private schools. Students get stipends for their work, and schools receive money for activities and marketing materials. Applications open in spring for the fall challenge, and separate grants are available for schools that don't participate in the main competition. The program has helped establish food pantries and gardens on campuses to ensure students have access to nutritious food while pursuing their education.
Fun Garden-to-Kitchen Activities for Kids and FamiliesClayton Early Learning created a fun activity guide called 'Seed to Stomach' that teaches kids and families how to grow healthy food and cook together. The guide has activities for all four seasons - winter, spring, summer, and fall. Kids learn to plant gardens, grow fresh vegetables, and make healthy meals from scratch. The activities help children understand where food comes from and why eating fresh, homegrown food helps their bodies grow strong. Parents and teachers can use these hands-on activities both at home and in the classroom. The guide is available in both English and Spanish, making it accessible to more families. The program connects gardening with cooking and nutrition education, showing kids that healthy eating can be fun and rewarding. Each season has different activities that match what grows best during that time of year. This helps families eat seasonally and learn about the natural growing cycles of different foods.
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All servicesSpecial Event Permits and Production ServicesThe Mayor's Office of Special Events helps people get permits for parades, festivals, and other events in Houston. They also help produce city events like Fleet Week and the Thanksgiving Day Parade. You can apply for permits to hold events in parks or on streets. They accept applications Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. You need to fill out a Special Event Application form and pay fees. They are located on the 1st floor of City Hall at 901 Bagby Street.Harris County Area Agency on AgingFree help for older adults finding services like transportation, home repairs, Medicare counseling, and caregiver support.Harris County Area Agency on AgingConnects seniors and caregivers to programs including home-delivered meals, transportation, adult day care, and benefits counseling.Kids Meals HoustonKids Meals Houston brings free, healthy meals right to the homes of preschool children whose families need help with food. They make sure little kids get nutritious meals delivered to their door so they can grow up healthy and strong.WIC — Women Infants Children NutritionFree healthy food, nutrition education, and breastfeeding support for pregnant women, new moms, and children under 5 from low-income families.
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Get CuriousRead, watch, explore2 resourcesLevel 2
Find Your PeopleMeet orgs, neighbors, groups7 resourcesYou are hereOrganizationFeelRealConnects people with mental health resources and builds stronger communities through emotional wellness programs. Creates safe spaces for mental health support.
OrganizationVital PeopleHelps Houston residents access mental health care and emotional support. Connects people with counselors, therapists, and wellness programs to handle life challenges.
OrganizationLifeLong Medical CareLifeLong Medical Care helps people in Houston get the healthcare they need. They provide medical services and support to keep families healthy throughout their lives.
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Show UpEvents, meetings, volunteeringWe are building resources for this level
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Go DeeperTraining, sustained involvement2 resourcesLevel 5
Make Your MoveAdvocacy, organizing, creatingWe are building resources for this level
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