COMMUNITY IMPACT
For over a century, our members have committed themselves to serving the Houston Heights through philanthropy and the preservation of our historic clubhouse. The following summary highlights the documented community impact from the 2024 calendar year.
Impact at a Glance
4,000 Volunteer Hours Invested | $20,000+ Community Dollars Donated | 1,120 Essential Hygiene Products Provided |
2024 Detailed Initiatives
Empowering Students & Schools
- Student Support (CIS®): Provided $1,258 for student encouragement and $8,800 in holiday gifts for at-risk youth enrolled in the Communities in Schools (CIS®) program.
- School Uniform Drive: Donated $5,312 to ensure students attending area public schools including Helms and Clemente Martinez Elementary Schools; Hamilton, Hogg, and Marshall Middle Schools, and Gregory Lincoln Education Center are prepared for the classroom.
- Scholarship Legacy: Awarded a $2,500 Hortense Ward Scholarship to a deserving law student.
- Kids' Meals: Dedicated 100 hours to preparing lunches for preschool-aged children.
- Community Gardening: Volunteers spent 30 hours at the Gofney Community Garden in partnership with Target Hunger.
- Direct Aid: Collected food and donated $723 to the Heights Interfaith Ministries (HIM) food pantry.
Supporting Seniors & Women
- Senior Engagement: Hosted over 100 hours of events at Heights House and Tower, including our signature holiday cookie drive and social afternoons.
- Direct Encouragement: Provided hand-crafted Valentines and treat bag donations to local women's shelters.
Commemorative Giving & Civic Support
- Beyond our primary programs, we also supported the Audubon Society, St. Andrews Church, and Marshall Middle School teachers—all while maintaining our historic clubhouse as a cherished community landmark.
Support Our Continued Work
Our impact is made possible through the collective efforts of our members and generous support of our donors and sponsors. The Houston Heights Woman’s Club remains steadfast in its commitment to philanthropic outreach and the preservation of our historic home. This dedication ensures another year of meaningful contribution to our community.
To learn more about our year-round projects or to support our current initiatives, please visit our Community Outreach and Donate pages.