Foundation For the Homeless

The Catch Global Foundation is a 501(c)(3) public charity founded in 2014 in partnership with the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston and MD Anderson Cancer Center. Their mission is to empower school communities to cultivate whole child wellness as a lever for student success and social equity. With over 30 years of experience, the foundation offers evidence-based health education programs that have been proven to launch kids and communities toward healthier lifestyles. They have reached over 3 million PreK-12 students annually through their programs, which are used by more than 15,000 schools and child care sites. The foundation's CATCH platform provides a range of health education programs, including physical education, social emotional learning, early childhood, after school, youth vaping prevention, oral health, and sun safety training. Their programs have been shown to be effective in promoting health behavior changes and preventing childhood obesity. The foundation also collaborates with various partners, such as the YMCA, to implement their programs in communities across the country. Through their initiatives, they aim to create and sustain healthy change for future generations.Generated from the website

Seedling Foundation is a non-profit organization based in Austin, TX, dedicated to supporting children in Central Texas who have parents incarcerated. Through their school-based mentoring program, Seedling provides long-term, positive relationships to help children navigate the challenges of family separation and develop positive attitudes towards education. With a vision of ensuring all children in Central Texas thrive, Seedling has served over 2700 students on 100 campuses in 17 independent and charter districts, making a direct impact on the lives of these children. By matching deserving students with caring adult mentors, Seedling offers a consistent presence of support and encouragement. Volunteer mentors play a crucial role in meeting the growing demand for the program, as enrollment increases by an average of 10-20% each year. With a commitment of just one lunch a week for 30-45 minutes, mentors provide a safe place for children to learn, play, and grow, while fostering meaningful relationships that positively impact their lives. Seedling Foundation relies on financial support to train mentors and reach more children in need, ensuring that no child goes without a quality mentor.Generated from the website