Buddhist Tzu Chi Foundation-Southern Region

Buddhist Tzu Chi Foundation-Southern Region Compassionate Relief Through Food Distribution, Disaster Aid, Refugee Support & Education Remedies and complaint filing deadlines vary by program or incident.

Buddhist Tzu Chi Foundation - Southern Region serves the Greater Houston areas. Dedicated to serving the community through its core missions of charity, medicine, education, and culture. Guided by the principles of compassion and humanitarian relief and rooted in Buddhist teachings, the volunteers work to inspire kindness and cultivate a harmonious society. As part of our charity mission, we work in partnership with Houston Food Bank, providing free groceries to the families who are in need or are adversely affected by the economic conditions in our community. Non-Discrimination Statement

In accordance with Federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, the USDA, its Agencies, offices, and employees, and institutions participating in or administering USDA programs are prohibited from discriminating based on race, color, national origin, religion, s*x, gender identity (including gender expression), s*xual orientation, disability, age, marital status, family/parental status, income derived from a public assistance program, political beliefs, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity, in any program or activity conducted or funded by USDA (not all bases apply to all programs). Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication for program information (e.g., Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language, etc.) should contact the responsible Agency or USDA's TARGET Center at (202) 720-2600 (voice and TTY) or contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339. Additionally, program information may be made available in languages other than English. To file a program discrimination complaint, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, AD-3027, found online at How to File a Program Discrimination Complaint and at any USDA office or write a letter addressed to USDA and provide in the letter all of the information requested in the form. To request a copy of the complaint form, call (866) 632-9992. Submit your completed form or letter to USDA by: (1) mail: U.S. Department of Agriculture, Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20250-9410; (2) fax: (202) 690-7442; or (3) email: [email protected]. USDA is an equal opportunity provider, employer, and lender.

💦☀️ Beating the Texas heat with smiles, laughter, and joyful learning!On July 8, our campers at Tzu Chi USA Houston Grea...
08/05/2026

💦☀️ Beating the Texas heat with smiles, laughter, and joyful learning!

On July 8, our campers at Tzu Chi USA Houston Great Love Preschool’s Summer Camp turned a hot summer day into an unforgettable adventure during a Water Day. From racing down slip-and-slides and running through sprinklers to splashing in kiddie pools and enjoying fun water games, every activity brought excitement, friendship, and plenty of refreshing fun.

At Tzu Chi Great Love Preschool, every summer experience is designed to help children learn, grow, and create lasting memories together. Through joyful play in a nurturing environment rooted in gratitude, respect, and love, campers discover that every day is another opportunity to build confidence, kindness, and lifelong friendships.

❤️ Learn more about Tzu Chi USA Houston Great Love Preschool: https://tzuchieducation.us/school/great-love-preschool-houston-tx/about-us

Celebrating 35 years of the Tzu Chi USA Southern Region with compassion, one zongzi at a time. 💙Volunteers came together...
08/02/2026

Celebrating 35 years of the Tzu Chi USA Southern Region with compassion, one zongzi at a time. 💙

Volunteers came together to prepare thousands of handmade zongzi, or steamed rice dumplings, for a charity sale, carefully washing bamboo leaves, selecting ingredients, wrapping each dumpling with precision, and cooking every batch to perfection. Every step reflected teamwork, dedication, and love.

To make the process easier, volunteer Kuo Chea Chi put his engineering skills to work by designing custom zongzi-wrapping and cooking racks, helping volunteers work more comfortably and efficiently while preparing large quantities.

More than a festive tradition, each zongzi represents 35 years of unity, compassion, and service in Texas. Every dumpling carries not only delicious flavors, but also the spirit of working together to create a brighter future for those in need. ❤️

Donate to support the Southern Region’s charitable initiatives: https://tzuchi.us/donate/southern

Education transforms lives, and compassion helps make it possible. 💙On July 25, 2026, Tzu Chi USA Southern Region awarde...
08/01/2026

Education transforms lives, and compassion helps make it possible. 💙

On July 25, 2026, Tzu Chi USA Southern Region awarded 16 scholarships to students across Texas, Florida, Georgia, Alabama, and Louisiana, each receiving $1,500 to help pursue their higher education dreams. This year, scholarship applications tripled compared to previous years, making the selection process more competitive than ever.

Though only three recipients could attend the ceremony in Houston, students from across the region shared heartfelt video messages of gratitude. As Southern Region Executive Director Roger Lin shared, "This scholarship is not only a gift but also a seed. I hope this seed of kindness will forever remain in your hearts, and that one day, when you have the ability, you can also help others, just as others are supporting you today."

Together, we're investing in the next generation of compassionate leaders. 🌱🎓

Invest in the next generation and support our other charitable endeavors with a donation: https://tzuchi.us/donate/southern

07/25/2026

Our Houston Great Love Preschool students enjoyed a joyful day at the Petting Zoo! Through this hands-on experience, the children met gentle farm animals, learned how to care for them, and developed kindness and respect for all living beings.

At Great Love Preschool, learning goes beyond the classroom. Every experience is an opportunity to inspire curiosity, compassion, gratitude, and love in our children.

A Nation United in Kindness 💙As America celebrates its 250th birthday, we reflect with gratitude for the opportunity to ...
07/04/2026

A Nation United in Kindness 💙

As America celebrates its 250th birthday, we reflect with gratitude for the opportunity to serve the communities we call home.

Dharma Master Cheng Yen reminds us, "When we live under a nation's sky and stand upon its land, we should give back with love." Inspired by these words, Tzu Chi USA serves communities nationwide through disaster relief, medical care, education, environmental stewardship, and volunteer service.

This Fourth of July, let us celebrate the compassion that brings us together.

Happy Independence Day from Tzu Chi USA. ❤️

06/06/2026

Love and Tea at Houston Great Love Preschool 🍵💐 Tzu Chi Great Love Preschool, Houston, TX

At Tzu Chi Great Love Preschool in Houston, children recently explored the beauty of tea ceremony and flower arrangement traditions during the school's annual cultural experience class.

Through every bow, bloom, and shared moment, they learned to embody gratitude, respect, and love: values that help shape compassionate future generations.

Read more at our blog: https://tzuchi.us/blog/cultivating-kindness-early-through-tea-and-flowers

05/28/2026
This past weekend, we joined hands and hearts with the community for a triple celebration honoring Buddha Day, Mother’s ...
05/11/2026

This past weekend, we joined hands and hearts with the community for a triple celebration honoring Buddha Day, Mother’s Day, and Tzu Chi Day. 💐🙏❤️

This year’s gathering carried special meaning, too, as we also celebrated Tzu Chi’s 60th Anniversary, marking six decades of compassion, humanitarian relief, and service.

Families, volunteers, and neighbors gathered in gratitude to offer prayers for peace and reflect on the spirit of kindness and unity that connects us all. And indeed, throughout the celebration, moments of reflection and heartfelt appreciation abounded, filling the air with warmth and sincerity. May there be peace in our hearts, and blessings for all beings.

Thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make this meaningful occasion truly memorable!

🌸 Join us for our 2026 Buddha Day Celebration! 🌸A meaningful day honoring three special occasions in one:✨ Buddha’s Birt...
04/29/2026

🌸 Join us for our 2026 Buddha Day Celebration! 🌸

A meaningful day honoring three special occasions in one:
✨ Buddha’s Birthday
✨ Mother’s Day
✨ Global Tzu Chi Day

Together, we celebrate compassion, gratitude, and Tzu Chi’s 60th anniversary 💙

Let’s come together in prayer and reflection, honoring the Buddha, expressing our love for our mothers, and uniting our hearts in joyful celebration.

🪷 All are welcome. We look forward to celebrating with you!

📍 Southern Region Office (6200 Corporate Dr., Houston, TX 77036)
🗓️ May 10, 2026
⏰ 9:30 AM

Discover more Buddha Day locations: https://tzuchi.us/buddha-day

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6200 Corporate Drive
Houston, TX
77036

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Wednesday 9:30am - 5pm
Thursday 9:30am - 5pm
Friday 9:30am - 5pm
Saturday 9:30am - 5pm

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