The Change Engine
Foundation/Grantmaker
Greater Houston Community Foundation
Houston's preferred philanthropic partner with economic mobility as its strategic priority.
(713) 333-2210515 Post Oak Blvd, Suite 1000, Houston, TX, 77027Est. 1995
About
Houston's preferred philanthropic partner with economic mobility as its strategic priority.
How to reach them
- (713) 333-2210
- donorservices@ghcf.org
- Website
- 515 Post Oak Blvd, Suite 1000, Houston, TX, 77027
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Services
9Corporate Philanthropy Services for Houston BusinessesGreater Houston Community Foundation helps Houston businesses give back to their community in smart ways. They offer services like donor advised funds that let companies donate money easily and get tax breaks. They help set up employee giving programs so workers can donate through payroll. They manage disaster relief funds to help during emergencies. They also handle scholarship programs and provide research to help businesses make the biggest impact with their donations. The foundation takes care of all the paperwork so businesses can focus on helping their community.
Next Gen Donor ProgramsPrograms that teach young donors and future philanthropists how to give money wisely to help their community. Includes a year-long training program called the Next Gen Donor Institute, an alumni network for graduates, and giving circles where members work together to fund community projects. Participants learn how to evaluate nonprofits, make strategic donations, and connect with other donors. The programs help build skills in philanthropy and create a network of community leaders committed to making Houston better.
Foundation Management ServicesGreater Houston Community Foundation helps private foundations and giving organizations run smoothly. They handle the paperwork, meetings, grant reviews, and accounting so foundation leaders can focus on helping their community. Services include strategic planning to decide where to give money, managing board meetings and paperwork, reviewing and processing grants to nonprofits, and handling all financial records and tax preparation. This lets foundations spend more time making a difference instead of dealing with administrative tasks.
Family Philanthropy Consulting and SupportThe Greater Houston Community Foundation helps wealthy families plan their charitable giving and teach their children about helping others. They offer family meetings to talk about values and decide which causes to support together. They help set up donor advised funds and family foundations. They also run programs for young people to learn about nonprofits and make grants. Their experts help families make the biggest impact with their donations and create a giving plan that lasts for generations.
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Charitable Consulting ServicesProfessional help for people, businesses, and foundations who want to give money to charity more effectively. The team has over 25 years of experience helping donors in Houston. They help you figure out your current giving plan, create a mission and focus areas, and manage the day-to-day work of running charitable programs. Services include assessing your current strategies, researching nonprofits, handling funds, paying bills, and preparing for board meetings. They help individuals, foundations, and businesses create lasting change through better charitable giving.
Donor Advised FundsA donor advised fund is like a special savings account for giving to charity. You put money in the account and get a tax break right away. Then you can suggest which charities should get grants from your fund whenever you want. The Greater Houston Community Foundation helps you manage your fund and gives you advice on where to donate. You can access your account online 24/7 to see your giving history and research charities. They accept regular money as well as complex assets like real estate or business interests. You get personal help from experts who know Houston charities well.
Foundation Support ServicesGreater Houston Community Foundation helps private foundations and nonprofits manage their giving more effectively. They offer services like handling all the paperwork and accounting, managing grant applications, helping convert private foundations to donor advised funds, and providing strategic advice on philanthropy. They can serve as your back office so you can focus on making a difference in the community. Contact Rebecca Hove to learn more about how they can help your foundation or nonprofit organization.
Philanthropic Advisory Services for Financial ProfessionalsGreater Houston Community Foundation helps financial advisors, estate planners, and tax professionals serve their wealthy clients better. Their charity experts work with your team to create smart giving plans that save taxes and help families pass on their values. They know Houston's nonprofit groups well and can handle complex charity gifts. This service helps financial professionals offer more complete services to clients who want to give back while managing their money wisely.
Philanthropy Services for Donors and FamiliesThe Greater Houston Community Foundation helps people and families give money to charity in smart ways. They offer donor advised funds (like a special giving account), help families plan their giving together, create legacy plans so your giving continues after you die, and give advice on the best ways to help Houston. They know Houston charities well and help your donations make the biggest difference. Services include investment growth for your giving funds and connecting you with other donors.
Perhaps all the dragons in our lives are princesses who are only waiting to see us act, just once, with beauty and courage. Perhaps everything that frightens us is, in its deepest essence, something helpless that wants our love.
Rainer Maria Rilke