Houston Children's Charity

06/08/2026

HCC CLOSET SHOPPING WEEK: DAY 1 💙

Today, we served 22 FAMILIES and 76 CHILDREN through the HCC Closet. 👕✨

HUGE THANK YOU to our 13 INCREDIBLE VOLUNTEERS and the GENEROUS DONOR who dropped off CLOTHING to support the families we serve. 🎉

06/08/2026

STILL SHINING 30TH ANNIVERSARY GALA: OCTOBER 17, 2026 ✨

• FEATURING Blake Shelton! 🎶 PRIVATE PERFORMANCE ‼️

This 🌟 MILESTONE 🌟 Gala will honor Gary Petersen, one of Houston’s most beloved philanthropists and a dedicated supporter of our mission for Houston’s underserved children. 💛

• DON’T MISS THIS SPECTACULAR CELEBRATION PRESENTED BY 18TH YEAR TITLE SPONSORS Porsche River Oaks & Porsche West Houston 🎉

• INTERESTED? Call 713-524-2878 EXT 3. LEARN MORE HERE: https://houstonchildrenscharity.org/30thanniversarygala/

06/08/2026

THE 2026 HOUSTON CHILDREN’S CHARITY SUMMER INTERNSHIP PROGRAM BEGINS JUNE 15! 🎉

Over the next week, we’ll be introducing our six incredible summer interns. Third up, meet Adriana Jasso, a student at University of Houston! 💛

“I am so excited to be working with a charity that is making a change in the Houston community. I look forward to gaining hands-on experience and getting to share my passion to help others!”

06/05/2026

THANK YOU to the Asian American Youth Giving Circle Asian American Youth Giving Circle for their incredible $1,200 donation supporting Houston Children’s Charity programs and the children and families we serve! 🎉

We are so GRATEFUL to our Board Member Anna Reger for helping coordinate this meaningful gift! 🫶

06/05/2026

Back2School applications are OPEN NOW on the WEBSITE! 🎒✨

Since 2005, Back2School has served over 60,000 children — helping them walk into the classroom confident, prepared, and ready for the school year ahead.

‼️ APPLY HERE: https://houstonchildrenscharity.charitytracker.net/kiosk/2b25edd4902f81c857d58242a97098d8b29e31bd25548423ffd8daad5eff2c6f/

06/04/2026

CALLING ALL VOLUNTEERS! 🎒

Help us distribute 4,000 BACKPACKS through our Back2School program this year! 💛

🗓️ SATURDAY, AUGUST 1
⏰ Multiple shifts available!

‼️ SIGN UP HERE: https://houstonchildrenscharity.org/back2school-volunteer-registration-form/

06/04/2026

THE 2026 HOUSTON CHILDREN’S CHARITY SUMMER INTERNSHIP PROGRAM BEGINS JUNE 15! 🎉

Over the next two weeks, we’ll be introducing our six incredible summer interns. Second up, meet Addison Sanchez, a student at The University of Texas at Austin! 💛

“I’m excited to have the opportunity to work with a team that positively impacts Houston communities and to gain new insight into non-profit organizations.”

06/03/2026

THIS WEEK’S WEDNESDAY HERO IS Willie's Grill & Icehouse 🎒

Today, dine at any Houston-area Willie's Grill & Icehouse location and help support our 17th Annual Back2School Event in partnership with The Rod Ryan Show

Willie’s will donate 15% of your purchase to help provide backpacks and school supplies to local children in need through Houston Children’s Charity.

📅 Today, June 3
🍽️ Dine in, order to-go, or order through the Willie’s Rewards App
📱 Use code RODRYAN for online orders
📍 All Houston-area Willie’s locations

Together, we can help thousands of Houston students start the school year with confidence. ✨

https://news.iheart.com/featured/the-rod-ryan-show/content/2024-07-01-eat-at-willies-grill-icehouse-on-wednesday-to-raise-money-for-backpacks/

We extend our heartfelt thanks to our wonderful partners at Willie's Grill & Icehouse for their generous support of The RRSC School Backpack Drive. We are excited to announce a citywide event at all of Willie's Grill & Icehouse locations across Houston.

06/03/2026

CALLING ALL VOLUNTEERS! 💙

Join us for HCC CLOSET SHOPPING WEEK June 8–12 and help create a welcoming shopping experience for families in our community. From organizing donations to assisting families as they shop, your time truly makes a difference. ✨

📍 5151 Mitchelldale St. Unit A4
⏰ AM & PM shifts available

‼️ SIGN UP HERE: https://houstonchildrenscharity.org/hcc-closet-volunteer-registration-form/

06/03/2026

STILL SHINING 30TH ANNIVERSARY GALA ✨

• FEATURING Blake Shelton! 🎶 PRIVATE PERFORMANCE ‼️

This 🌟 MILESTONE 🌟 Gala will honor Gary Petersen, one of Houston’s most beloved philanthropists and a dedicated supporter of our mission for Houston’s underserved children. 💛

• DON’T MISS THIS SPECTACULAR CELEBRATION PRESENTED BY 18TH YEAR TITLE SPONSORS Porsche River Oaks & Porsche West Houston! 🎉

• INTERESTED? Call 713-524-2878 EXT 3. LEARN MORE: https://houstonchildrenscharity.org/30thanniversarygala/