Eight Million Stories

Eight Million Stories Young people, especially young men of color, are disappearing—from schools, from communities, from the workforce.

Fueled by zero tolerance policies and in-school policing, the school-to-prison pipeline is sweeping disproportionately high numbers of youth into the criminal justice system. For many, it is the start of a lifelong cycle of poverty and imprisonment: Juvenile offenders who lack support and employment prospects upon release often struggle to re-enter society and face a high risk of recidivism.

08/06/2026
Houston Family! Please share this FREE opportunity with middle school students and families. Our campers will have the ...
06/17/2026

Houston Family! Please share this FREE opportunity with middle school students and families. Our campers will have the opportunity to experience various skilled trades through hands on project and will all learn how to build and drive an electric go-kart! Plus many more!

We believe that when young people are given the right exposure early, it does more than spark curiosity. It unlocks conf...
01/22/2026

We believe that when young people are given the right exposure early, it does more than spark curiosity. It unlocks confidence, expands vision, and changes the direction of their lives.
That’s why Eight Million Stories is proud to partner with ToolFest Houston and the Texas Family Wellbeing Initiative (TFWI) to create an unforgettable day of hands-on learning, career exploration, and inspiration for students across the city of Houston!

· Attendees will discover real careers in skilled trades
· Build confidence through hands-on experiences
· Connect with mentors and industry leaders
· See a future they may have never imagined

The Following organizations and communities are welcome to join us:
· School districts
· Charter schools
· Homeschool families
· Programs supporting justice-involved youth
· Community-based youth organizations

Thursday, February 12, 2026
Location: The Collective | 12401 S Post Oak Rd, Houston, TX
Time: 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Schools: Sign up to attend / register today!
🌐 www.toolfest.org

Because of Shell’s generosity, more than 100 young people now have access to the technology they need to learn, grow, an...
12/05/2025

Because of Shell’s generosity, more than 100 young people now have access to the technology they need to learn, grow, and rewrite their stories.
Thank you for helping Eight Million Stories close the digital divide and build pathways to academic achievement.

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6100 Hillcroft Street
Houston, TX
77081

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Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
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