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This 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.
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The Future of Food Banking: Understanding Income, Food Insecurity, and Health
“ The Future of Food Banking Brian Greene 9.17.18 Origins of Food Banking When I first started in food banking some 30 years ago, the mission seemed simple: end hunger. We truly thought we could end...”
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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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Houston Health Groups Work Together for Better Care AccessThe Health Foundation of South Florida shows how different groups work together to make healthcare better for everyone. They share stories about doctors, community groups, and organizations partnering to help people who have trouble getting medical care. The foundation supports programs that train healthcare workers, help pregnant women, provide legal help for health problems, and bring care to homeless people. They focus on helping Black communities and other groups that often face barriers to healthcare. The foundation also works with local businesses and schools to create jobs and economic opportunities that improve community health. Their 'Partners in Action' page highlights successful collaborations between hospitals, community centers, schools, and nonprofits. These partnerships show how working together can break down barriers that prevent people from getting the healthcare they need. The stories include examples of mobile health clinics, maternal health programs, workforce training, and innovative approaches to addressing social factors that affect health.
Community Groups Win Big Changes for Better Jobs, Housing, and SchoolsThe Industrial Areas Foundation (IAF) helps community groups across America make big changes that improve people's lives. Their biggest wins include: helping over 16,000 people in Texas, Arizona, and Louisiana get better-paying jobs that average $40,000 per year through job training programs. They built over 4,500 affordable homes in poor neighborhoods in New York, Baltimore, and Washington DC, completely changing these areas. In Texas, they helped improve schools by getting parents more involved, which raised test scores by 15-19%. They created the first 'living wage' law in Baltimore that requires city workers to earn enough money to support a family. They helped pass Massachusetts' universal health care law that gave 500,000 people health insurance - this became the model for the national Affordable Care Act. Along the Texas-Mexico border, they got over $2 billion invested to bring clean water and sewers to poor communities. These victories show how organized communities can win major improvements in jobs, housing, education, wages, health care, and basic services.
Podcast: When Students Report Teacher Abuse, Who Pays the Price?This podcast episode tells the story of two high school newspaper editors in Seattle who reported a teacher for inappropriate behavior with students. The teacher, Tom Hudson, allegedly made students shower naked with him and shared alcohol and pornography. When the students reported this to their journalism teacher, he said he would handle it privately instead of going to authorities. The students' parents eventually contacted officials, leading to the teacher's suspension. However, the school community blamed the student journalists for 'destroying' the teacher's reputation. The episode explores how young people who speak up about abuse often face backlash, even when they're trying to protect others. It raises important questions about how schools handle reports of misconduct and whether students should be punished for doing the right thing. The story shows the difficult position student journalists face when reporting on sensitive issues in their own schools.
Border Enforcement Info from Immigration CouncilThe American Immigration Council provides research and updates on US border enforcement policies. Their website covers how immigration detention has grown larger and harsher under recent policies, with most detained people having no criminal record. They track legal cases challenging asylum restrictions at border crossings, where officials have blocked people from seeking safety. The council documents family separation policies and their chaotic implementation. They analyze how increased enforcement budgets - growing over 300% - affect communities far from the border, like Charlotte and Atlanta. The organization advocates for balancing border security with protecting human rights of asylum seekers. They provide legal guides for detention cases and track how policy changes impact democracy. Through reports, court cases, and public education, they work toward immigration solutions that uphold both security and compassion. The content helps people understand complex border issues through research, legal analysis, and policy recommendations.
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All servicesMental Health Counseling ServicesYou can talk to trained counselors who help people feel better and solve problems. The first two visits are free, and after that you only pay what you can afford based on your family's income.AldeaDeFamilias Support GroupsFree weekly meetings where men and women can make new friends and help each other with stress, relationships, and staying healthy. Men meet on Wednesdays and women meet on Fridays in a safe, welcoming place.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.Home-Based Mental Health Services for YouthYoung people with mental health challenges can get free therapy and support at home. Trained helpers work with families to teach life skills and keep kids healthy and at home with their families.Ethics & Compliance Reporting HotlineIf you see something wrong at Houston Community College, you can report it safely and privately. Call or go online 24/7 to report fraud, discrimination, or other problems that need to be fixed.Houston Food Bank Facility ToursTake 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.
The Journey
23 connected resources across 5 levelsTrail depth
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Find Your PeopleMeet orgs, neighbors, groups9 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.
ServiceHouston 211 HelplineCall or text 211 to get free help finding food, housing, jobs, healthcare, and other services in Houston. Trained helpers are available 24/7 to connect you with resources in your neighborhood.
ServiceWIC Program - Harris CountyA nutrition program for pregnant women, new moms, and young children. Provides healthy food, nutrition education, and breastfeeding support.
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Show UpEvents, meetings, volunteeringWe are building resources for this level
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Go DeeperTraining, sustained involvement8 resourcesLevel 5
Make Your MoveAdvocacy, organizing, creating6 resources