Making Progress - Assisting One Child At A Time
We measure our success by the number of children whose lives are touched by our efforts each year. Houston Children’s Charity is served by its Founder, President & CEO Laura Ward, and a steadfast Board of Directors who carefully steward the resources of our donors to efficiently and effectively meet the needs of Houston’s children.
With an ambitious goal to leave no legitimate request for assistance unanswered, we seek to expand our base of support through dedicated sponsors and committed volunteers to strengthen our ability to help children. Our supporters come from all walks of life and understand that caring means giving of themselves. There are numerous ways to be a part of our work. Explore our programs and events to see how you would like to become involved and contact us today!
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY! ✨🎉
Please join us in celebrating Edna Meyer-Nelson, proud EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MEMBER of Houston Children’s Charity, serving as our Treasurer. ❤️
Edna’s leadership and generosity have played a vital role in helping Houston Children’s Charity continue its mission to serve underprivileged, abused, and disabled children across Greater Houston. 🌟
We are so grateful for her years of service and unwavering support of our programs and community. Wishing you the happiest of birthdays, Edna! 🥳🎂
#HoustonChildrensCharity #OurKidsAreEverybodysKids #HappyBirthday
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CALLING ALL VOLUNTEERS! 📣✨
We’re gearing up for our ANNUAL TOY DISTRIBUTION and need your HELP spreading holiday cheer to thousands of children across Greater Houston! 🎄
We’re looking for volunteers for:
📦 Set-Up Days: December 16–19th (AM & PM shifts available)
🎁 Distribution Day: December 20th (AM, Midday & PM shifts available)
If you or your company would like to VOLUNTEER, sign up HERE: houstonchildrenscharity.org/volunteer/ or email volunteer@houstonchildrenscharity.net. ❤️💚
#HoustonChildrensCharity #OurKidsAreEverybodysKids #AnnualToyDistribution #Christmas #ChristmasMagic
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✨ Today, we gathered for our November Board of Directors Meeting! ✨
We’re SO GRATEFUL for our dedicated board members whose leadership, vision, and commitment make it possible for Houston Children’s Charity to continue improving the lives of underprivileged, abused, and disabled children across Greater Houston. ❤️
Together, we’re building brighter futures — one child at a time. 🌟
#HoustonChildrensCharity #OurKidsAreEverybodysKids
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SPREADING HOLIDAY CHEER, ONE BEAR AT A TIME! 🧸🎁
The Women of G.O.L.D. at the University of Houston hosted a teddy bear drive this weekend — collecting 31 cuddly bears, each with a heartfelt note attached! ❤️
These thoughtful gifts will bring extra comfort and JOY to children at our Annual Toy Distribution this holiday season! 🎄
Want to DONATE TOYS? We’re looking for NEW, UNWRAPPED TOYS to make this year extra special! Please email communityevents@houstonchildrenscharity.org to coordinate your donation. 🎁❤️
#HoustonChildrensCharity #OurKidsAreEverybodysKids #AnnualToyDistribution #ChristmasMagic
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🇺🇸 Today, we HONOR those who serve our nation. 🇺🇸
With gratitude and respect, we thank every veteran and active-duty service member for their courage, sacrifice, and dedication.
From all of us at Houston Children’s Charity — THANK YOU for your service.
#VeteransDay #HoustonChildrensCharity #OurKidsAreEverybodysKids
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🎄 ADOPT-A-FAMILY through the years! 🎄
This holiday season, you can make CHRISTMAS UNFORGETTABLE for a Houston family in NEED! 🎁
‼️ SIGN UP TODAY: houstonchildrenscharity.org/programs/annual-toy-distribution/adopt-family/
Through our Adopt-A-Family Program, generous sponsors provide gifts and holiday cheer, ensuring EVERY CHILD experiences the MAGIC OF CHRISTMAS 🎄✨
If you or your company would like to GIVE BACK in a meaningful way this season, SIGN UP TODAY!
#houstonchildrenscharity #ourkidsareeverybodyskids #AdoptAFamily #christmasmagic
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🎉 Please join us in wishing the HAPPIEST OF BIRTHDAYS to Susan Caraway, our incredible Accountant at Houston Children’s Charity! ✨🎉
With DEDICATION, PRECISION, and HEART, Susan ensures every number adds up to impact — helping us serve thousands of children and families across Greater Houston. ❤️
We’re so GRATEFUL for her hard work, attention to detail, and unwavering commitment to our mission. Happy Birthday, Susan! 🥳🎂
#HoustonChildrensCharity #OurKidsAreEverybodysKids #HappyBirthday
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✨ We’re deeply honored to receive our first gift from ExxonMobil! 💛
This gift will power all seven core programs— from providing beds and school supplies to offering transportation and emergency assistance — ensuring thousands of children across Greater Houston receive the care, dignity, and opportunity they deserve.
ExxonMobil’s commitment to UPLIFTING COMMUNITIES and advancing equity aligns beautifully with our mission. Their generosity helps us meet urgent needs, expand our reach, and build BRIGHTER FUTURES for Houston’s children.
Thank you, EXXONMOBIL, for believing in our work and helping us change lives — ONE CHILD, ONE FAMILY, ONE PROGRAM AT A TIME.
#ExxonMobil #HoustonChildrensCharity #OurKidsAreEverybodysKids
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🏃♀️✨ WHAT A WEEKEND, HOUSTON! ✨🏃♂️
We’re still smiling after the incredible Whataburger WhataRun 5K/10K — two mornings filled with ENERGY, COMMUNITY, and HEART! 🧡
A huge THANK YOU to our friends at Whataburger for naming Houston Children’s Charity the official charity partner of this inspiring event! ❤️ Your generosity helps us continue providing care, dignity, and opportunity to children across the Greater Houston area! ✨
To every runner, volunteer, and supporter — THANK YOU for making every step count. Together, we changed lives one mile at a time! 👟💫
#HoustonChildrensCharity #OurKidsAreEverybodysKids #WhataRun #Whataburger
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STILL DREAMING about our 2024 ANNUAL TOY DISTRIBUTION! ✨🎁
Thousands of SMILES, countless MEMORIES, and a holiday season filled with JOY — all made possible by our amazing community of donors and volunteers, and our partners at the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation and Houston First Corporation. ❤️❤️🎄
We can’t wait for the 2025 ANNUAL TOY DISTRIBUTION! 🎅🏽
‼️ APPLY HERE: houstonchildrenscharity.org/programs/annual-toy-distribution/
🤝 Want to VOLUNTEER? Sign up TODAY: houstonchildrenscharity.org/volunteer/
🧸Want to DONATE TOYS? We’re looking for NEW, UNWRAPPED TOYS to make this year extra special! Please email communityevents@houstonchildrenscharity.org to coordinate your donation 🎁✨
#HoustonChildrensCharity #OurKidsAreEverybodysKids #Christmas #AnnualToyDistribution #ToysForTots
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🏃♀️✨ WHAT A WEEKEND! ✨🏃♂️
We were honored to serve as the official charity partner for this year’s Whataburger WhataRun 5K/10K — two incredible mornings filled with community, energy, and generosity! 🧡
A HUGE THANK YOU to our friends at Whataburger for selecting Houston Children’s Charity as the beneficiary of this inspiring event. Your COMMITMENT to making a difference helps us continue serving underprivileged, abused, and disabled children across the Greater Houston area 🫶
And to every runner, volunteer, and supporter — THANK YOU for showing up and showing heart. Together, we’re changing lives, one step at a time! 👟✨
#HoustonChildrensCharity #OurKidsAreEverybodysKids #WhataRun #Whataburger
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📰✨ Thank you to Curated Texan and Rob Giardinelli for the incredible article on our 28th Annual Gala: If You’re Gonna Play in Texas!
‼️ VIEW THE ARTICLE HERE: curatedtexan.com/2025/11/houston-childrens-charity-gala-soars-to-new-heights-raising-9-4-million/
This TEXAS-SIZED evening raised an unprecedented $9.4 MILLION — including a record-breaking 98 wheelchair-accessible vans for our Chariots for Children program ❤️
We remain INCREDIBLY GRATEFUL to all of the DONORS especially:
• Jana and Richard Fant, for their TEXAS-SIZED donation of 30 wheelchair accessible vans, THANK YOU, you are changing the lives of kids who need it most.
• Our Gala Honorees Frances Moody Buzbee and Tony Buzbee for their inspiring $1.2 million bid on our Surprise Auction Item: WHEN IN ROME: A LAVISH ESCAPE FOR FOUR COUPLES — was generously donated by The Tilman J. Fertitta Family.
•Our Title Sponsors Maria Moncada Alaoui (Porsche VP of Sonic Automotive), Marianna Brasel (GM, Porsche West Houston), and Rob Dale (GM, Porsche River Oaks) for their incredible donation of the Live Auction Item: Porsche 718 Boxster S in its final production year, paired with the 718 Boxster RS Chronograph Watch and an instructor-led driving adventure at the Porsche Experience Center in Atlanta. The winning bid was made by Oscar Callejo — thank you Oscar!
•And many more…
Thank you Curated Texan for your continued partnership and unwavering support of our mission!
#HoustonChildrensCharity #OurKidsAreEverybodysKids #IfYoureGonnaPlayinTexas
Houston Children’s Charity Gala Soars To New Heights, Raising $9.4 Million - Curated Texan
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The Post Oak Hotel in Houston was the setting for an incredible night of fun and fundraising that perfectly showcased the enormous heart and spirit of Space City. Over 700 of the area’s most notable...0 CommentsComment on Facebook
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