Brazos Valley Gives 2022

OCTOBER 18 • 2022

Presented by

A Special Publication of

BrazosValleyGives.org Supplement to: The Eagle ∙ Brenham Banner Press ∙ Burleson County Tribune ∙ Navasota Examiner

Julia and David Gardner are "Home Grown" Their roots run deep in the Brazos Valley; they are proud to support Brazos Valley Gives!

Givewhereyoulive!

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2021 Celebration of Community Philanthropy Post- Brazos Valley Gives Celebration – November 17, 2021

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BRAZOS VALLEY GIVES IS ABOUT “GIVING WHERE YOU LIVE” In the Brazos Valley, we have over 1800 nonprofits that provide a way for us to work together for the common good, giving shape to our high ideals and noble causes. Every person in our community benefits from the work of nonprofits in ways that some may not even realize. From Friends of the Library to Boys and Girls Club of the Brazos Valley, Brazos County 4-H, and the Navasota ISD Education Foundation, to name a few, nonprofits permeate our daily living and our broader culture—providing important quality of life needs that otherwise would be lost. Nonprofits and philanthropy provide a way to bring communities together—creating equity for all.

One in eight jobs in the Brazos Valley is tied directly to the nonprofit sector. We need nonprofits to thrive because they are economic engines that enhance our local economy. Now, more than ever, we believe that nonprofits are where the Brazos Valley comes together to solve problems, promote civic engagement and connect our leaders and innovators that make our towns true communities.

However, following a pandemic and in an inflation time, nonprofits face serious challenges that limit their ability to serve the people and communities that rely on them. This is the time for us to be creative and resourceful, connecting with our nonprofits to support their mission—with our monetary support and our time. Local nonprofits need us now.

Brazos Valley Gives is 18 hours of online giving

that brings the region together on one day and as “one community” to raise critical funding and awareness for nonprofit organizations throughout the Brazos Valley. This day of giving provides citizens and businesses an easy platform to support the mission and good works of local nonprofit organizations that serve the Brazos Valley – strengthening nonprofits, empowering donors, and building community.

In 2019, the inaugural year of Brazos Valley Gives, 103 nonprofits participated with 100% of the nonprofits receiving a financial benefit from the $363,686 that was raised. Also, each participating nonprofit was eligible for $25,250 in prizes that were awarded during a post-celebration event. Of the 1,155 individuals who donated, many made donations to multiple organizations. Even so, 879 first-time donations were made by donors to support a local nonprofit that they had not supported before!

In 2020, in the middle of a COVID-19 crisis, the second annual Brazos Valley Gives raised over $801,000—distributed to 136 nonprofits. Six of our seven counties within the Brazos Valley participated.

Last year, Brazos Valley Gives raised $926,880 for 154 participating nonprofits.

This year—the fourth annual Brazos Valley Gives will be held on Tuesday, October 18, 2022. 161 nonprofits have registered to participate, and brazosvalleygives.org is hosting their informational

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profiles. Once again, six of our seven counties are participating. This day of “giving where you live” is powered by the Community Foundation of the Brazos Valley, and all donations will passthru directly to the donor’s charity(ies) of choice.

We have set a goal of $1,000,000. Our presenting sponsors are David Gardner’s Jewelers and West, Webb, Allbritton & Gentry, P.C. The nonprofits are rallying their constituents to partner with us to give.

Please join us as we “give where we live” on Tuesday, October 18! Visit brazosvalleygives.org or drop off your donation at one of 3 drive-thru donation sites [The Eagle – 1729 Briarcrest Drive – Bryan; Washington County Chamber of Commerce – 314 South Austin Street – Brenham; Caldwell Civic Center – 103 Hwy 21 – Caldwell] . Join us in supporting the nonprofit community that makes the Brazos Valley a thriving and exceptional place to call home!

Brazos Valley Gives

154 nonprofit organizations

1,350 of the donors were 1st time donors to a nonprofit

58% of the nonprofits had an operating budget less than $100,000

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2022 SPONSORS

WE COULD NOT HAVE DONE IT WITHOUT YOU! MEDIA SPONSORS The Eagle • KBTX • Bryan Broadcasting • INSITE Lamar Advertising • KEOS 89.1 FM • Brenham Banner Press Burleson County Tribune • Navasota Examiner

PRESENTING CO-SPONSORS UNDERWRITER BRAZOS VALLEY GIVING GUIDE

David Gardner’s Jewelers West, Webb, Allbritton & Gentry

COMMUNITY PARTNERS

Big Shots GOLF Aggieland • C.C. Creations Citizens State Bank • Copy Corner • Copy Stop B/CS Chamber of Commerce Washington County Chamber of Commerce Burleson County Power Fund Dansby Grant Foundation Fund, CFBV

COMMUNITY BUILDER SPONSORS Amazon Prime Air • Walmart

IMPACT SPONSORS

$2,500 “GOLDEN TICKET” PRIZES

Florence and Bookman Peters/ Annette and Mervin Peters Amarillo National Bank • David Gardner’s Jewelers Judy and Larry Holt • Stylecraft West, Webb, Allbritton & Gentry

SUPPORTING SPONSORS Brown & Company John Clark [CLARK/ISENHOUR] Once Upon a Child Susan and Bill Birdwell Washington County Chamber of Commerce Wendi Stratta, CPA

SUSTAINER SPONSORS $1,000 INCENTIVE PRIZES

ANCO Insurance • Blue Bell Creameries • Clay Gerngross: GLP Technologies • French Family Fund, Community Foundation of the Brazos Valley Frost Bank • Janie and Fain McDougal Fund, Community Foundation of the Brazos Valley• KD Homebuilders • Polli Satterwhite Marti Marberry • Representative John Raney• Sally and Jack Buckley • Tedi and Chuck Ellison • The Veranda • Truist Twin City Properties – Cheryl and Doug Pederson • Vickie and Ron Schmidt /Texas Commercial Waste • Watson Law Firm Whataburger • Zach Hester’s Caldwell Country T H E B R YA N - C O L L E G E S TAT I O N E A G L E

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POWERED BY

Thank You

Brazos Valley Gives for having a hand in making our community a better place!

Janie and Fain McDougal Fund, Community Foundation of the Brazos Valley

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Committed

To Our Community

Some say, it’s the best ice cream in the country.

ANCO Insurance is proud to support Brazos Valley Gives and its commitment to raise critical funding and awareness for nonprofit organizations throughout the Brazos Valley.

(800) 749-1733

anco.com

Independent. Client-Focused. Value Driven.

“Alone, we can do so little; together, we can do so much” – Helen Keller

Nonprofits provide essential services to support the quality of life in our communities. Join Becky and me in supporting Brazos Valley Gives as we “give where we live”!

-Bobby Gutierrez City of Bryan, Councilmember and Candidate for Bryan Mayor

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We give where we live We support Brazos Valley Giving & its mission to bring the region together by raising money & awareness for local nonprofits. Together we’ll make the Brazos Valley stronger & create a thriving community for all.

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MAKING A DIFFERENCE M AT T E R S.

We are forever grateful for and proud to support Brazos Valley Gives as you work to make our community a better place.

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Caring connects us as a community.

Thank You for caring Brazos Valley Gives!

- Polli Satterwhite

Change the world with a giving heart ❤ Join me and GIVE! Brazos Valley Gives!

- Marti Marberry

and Cheryl & Doug Pederson

Give where you live!

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Support Brazos Valley Gives and our community nonprofits!

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We proudly support Brazos Valley Gives!

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Mark your Calendar!

2023 marks the 20th Anniversary of the Community Foundation of the Brazos Valley

2003 – 2023

Stronger ∙ Better ∙ Together!

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Today's culture is filled with SO much division. What is truly needed is a place where true dialogue can occur without shouting and name calling.

RED-C Radio 88.5 FM does just that!

People of ALL beliefs and viewpoints can come together on RED-C Radio to discuss today's events and topics from a positive perspective.

The mission of RED-C Radio is to empower families in the spiritual formation of their members as they grow in holiness.

Aggieland Humane Society provides humane care and placement for homeless and abandoned animals, promotes the human-animal bond and promotes responsible pet ownership to enhance the quality of life for the people and animals in our community.

Our vision is to be among the leaders of animal welfare in Texas utilizing the “no-kill” equation to move our community to be “no-kill.” Everyone at Aggieland Humane is truly passionate about caring for pets who are lost, abandoned, or in need.

979-255-2633 redcradio.org

979-775-5755

979-764-6636

aggielandhumane.org pregnancyoutreach.org

When a Child is Missing, Every Second Counts

To inspire and encourage the next generation to pursue careers that require higher education, with particular focus on encouraging underrepresented minorities and/ or economically disadvantaged for pursuit of careers in the S.T.E.M fields and/or requiring advanced/ professional degrees (M.D., J.D., Ph.D, etc.).

979-422-1521 T H E B R YA N - C O L L E G E S TAT I O N E A G L E

TheProtecting Amber Alert Children, Network-Brazos Valley is a Responders, cooperative effort Preparing between law enforcement agencies Educating Communities throughout the Brazos Valley, emergency management resources and local media regarding reports of abducted children.

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BCCSAAA

organization

is

formed to bring graduates of the Brazos County Citizen’s Sheriff’s Academy together to enhance the relations between the community and Brazos County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO). Make the Quality of Life better for the Sheriff, his deputies, detention officers, and staff.

877-982-2628 aanbv.org

Aggieland Pregnancy Outreach, Inc. Aggieland Inc. --- Aggieland Pregnancy Outreach isis aaChristian Christiannon-profit ministry organization that comes alongside women and men in founded in pregnancies 1997 with awith three-fold unplanned handson help. mission: • Support services/counseling for • Toinprovide support services to those unplanned pregnancies • Outreach and Education for teen women experiencing unplanned parents: The Mama Club, Real Men, pregnancies Parent Academy • Adoption Services • To promote Christian parenting Our heart is to ensure their babies promote adoption as a homes loving are• To raised in loving, nurturing - never to suffer the harm of abuse or alternative neglect.

bccsaaa.org

The Bryan-College Station Sister Cities International Association (“BCS Sister Cities”) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, non-partisan organization dedicated to charitable and educational purposes. B-CS Sister Cities’ goal is to facilitate mutual cultural understanding, education, relationships and technical and economic development exchange.

B-CS Sister Cities works with both youth and adult exchanges with our International Sister Cities to achieve these goals.

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Formed in 1999, The Bryan ISD The mission of Big Brothers Big BCS Together partners with the Church and community to tangibly support kids and families in the foster system while advocating to keep the biological family together.

979-353-0008 bcstogether.org

The Boys & Girls Clubs of the Brazos Valley, in association with Boys & Girls Clubs of America, is dedicated to helping youth of all backgrounds develop the qualities needed to become responsible citizens and leaders of our community and nation.

Boys & Girls Clubs of the Brazos Valley provides:

to foster continuous improvement

Sisters of the Brazos Valley is to

of the Bryan ISD by providing

provide children facing adversity with

financial support and other resources

strong and enduring, professionally

for district-wide programs aimed

supported

at

one-to-one

mentoring

improving

student

academic

relationships that change their lives

achievement. There is a strong

for the better, forever. Big Brothers

correlation between the sense of

Big Sisters of the Brazos Valley’s

community, the quality of life in Bryan

vision is that all children achieve

and the quality of education in Bryan

success in life.

schools.

979-224-3660 bbbsbrazos.com

Training, equipping, and educating students to impact the world for Jesus!

A safe place to learn and grow Ongoing relationships with caring, adult professionals Life-enhancing programs and character development experiences Hope and opportunity

979-739-7434 bgcbv.org

Education Foundation was founded

979-823-1000 bcseagles.org

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979-777-2196

United Way Early Literacy Program -- United Way of the Brazos Valley brings the community together To literacy toand well-being andpromote finds solutions change lives for all. by advancing Education, Financial Stability and Health.

Booksandablanket.com

educationfoundation.bryanisd.org

Brazos Civic Orchestra (BCO) is a community orchestra made up of musicians who have a passion Local musicians frommaking the greater for music, who enjoy music Bryan-College Station coming together and the good area company of other members, and who wish to together to provide another source share excellent music with our local for symphonic music in our area. community. We feel our lives and those our audiences are enhanced by being involved in the orchestra as the BCO provides a much-needed source of symphonic music in the Bryan/College Station area.

brazoscivicorchestra.org

The Texas 4-H and Youth Development Program is part of the Texas AgriLife Extension Service of the Texas A&M System. We serve more than 600 active youth across Brazos County annually through hands-on learning experiences. Just to name a few, here is a list of our active 4-H projects in Brazos County. Our program would not be successful without the love and support from the community! We thank you for always supporting us!

979-218-0051 brazos.agrilife.org T H E B R YA N - C O L L E G E S TAT I O N E A G L E

Brazos County Crime Crime Stoppers, Stoppers Brazos County (BCCS) a non-profitcommunitycommunity Inc. is ais non-profit,

based partnership by organization run by formed a volunteer dedicated citizens public We schools, citizen Board of Directors. work law enforcement, and the media with community, law enforcement who work together toward a and media to prevent and solve common goal: the prevention crime while offering anonymity and and reduction of crime in the cash rewardsand forat information community school, and that the leads an conviction arrest and/or jury arresttoand of grand criminals and fugitives. indictment.

979-779-7536 brazoscountycrimestoppers.org

The investigates mission of the BVAPSVB, Inc. APS abuse, neglect, and is to provideofresources, & exploitation adults whoadvocacy are elderly leadership on behalfand of the or have disabilities who abused live in the community. adult who has a neglected, or Any financially exploited disability oradults who isover agethe 65 age or older seniors and of 18 that in a state neglect, with is disabilities in of TXabuse, in conjunction or maydevelop, be eligible to withexploitation APS. Also, to enhance receive adult protective services. & advance the public’s awareness & understanding of abuse,neglect, neglect or & Victims of abuse, exploitation as it relates to adults 65 & exploitation may get short-term help older & person 18 years of age & older with shelter, home repairs, food, with a disability managing through increased transportation, money, community involvement, awareness, medical care, home healthcare recognition & advocacy. services, and mental health services.

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KEOS is committed to the creation of radio broadcasting by and for a public of diverse cultures, ages, income levels, and backgrounds, under-served and under-represented by other area media. KEOS provides musical, cultural, and informational programming that celebrates and expresses the diversity of the community. It provides a voice for groups in the community that may otherwise go unheard, sustaining a forum for alternative points of view on local, national, and international issues.

979-779-5367 keos.org

The African American National Heritage Society (dba) Brazos Valley African American Museum was built on the site of one of the original black schools in the Brazos Valley. It was the brain child of retired educator, Mrs. Mell Pruitt, and became officially recognized and functioning in 1999.

The museum opened its doors on July 22, 2006.

The mission of the African American National Heritage Society is to explore, develop, preserve and present the cultural history and heritage of African Americans.

979-775-3961 bvaam.org

Promoting the human dignity and well being of all immigrants in our community.

979-393-8228

brazosimmigration.com

• To provide community based prenatal care and education to medically indigent, low-income residents of the Brazos Valley • To reduce illness and death associated with prenatal and perinatal periods; to reduce the number of low birth weight infants and the rate of newborn mortality; and • To deliver services in a manner that promotes human dignity, respects cultural and individual differences, and preserves freedom of choice, while maintaining individual confidentiality.

979-595-1780 bcsprenatal.org

Mission Statement:

To promote the full inclusion

Our is goal is to Build the Brazos.

and participation of individuals

Assisting families overcome the

with disabilities in all aspects of

cycle of poverty in the Brazos Valley.

979-291-9858 bvblessings.org

community life.

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To provide quality substance abuse prevention, intervention, Bringing together passionate

Mission - Suicide Prevention & Survivor Recovery

singers of varying ages and musical

Vision - A Suicide-Free Brazos Valley

backgrounds to perform, as well as

and treatment services leading

Services - Advocacy, Education, Outreach, Training, Skills development, Gate-keeper Certification, Suicide

to foster an appreciation for high quality choral arts in our community.

Prevention Plan development, Support Groups, Annual conferences, Lunch & Learn trainings

979-476-8199 bvchorale.org

979-450-1752 www.bvcosp.org

parties who apply mediation and

to improved health, wellness, and

stature and in favor with God and

security in the Brazos Valley.

man. Based on Luke 2:52

979-694-8200 cornerstone-christianacademy.com/

Vision Statement

BRAZOS VALLEY GIVES is an

Our vision is a hunger-free Brazos Valley.

annual month-long giving event that

other alternative dispute resolution

culminates on the 3rd Tuesday of

techniques within Brazos and the

October with 18-hours of on-line

“SHOWCASING

giving that brings the region together

EDUCATION,

on one day and as “one community”

ENHANCE OUR TEXAS CULTURE!”

surrounding counties.

979-846-3560 bvcasa.org

A Regional Giving Day Initiative

To facilitate the peaceful resolution of conflicts by utilizing impartial third

Every Student will increase in wisdom,

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critical

funding

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Mission Statement The Brazos Valley Food Bank unites our community to nourish our neighbors in need.

awareness for nonprofit organizations throughout the Brazos Valley.

979-822-6947 brazosdrc.org

979-821-1450 brazosvalleygives.org brazosvalleyfair.com

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979-779-3663 bvfb.org T H E B R YA N - C O L L E G E S TAT I O N E A G L E

As the ONLY Natural History Museum in the area, we elevate, motivate, and inspire visitors by showcasing the best of Earth in Nature, Science & History. The Museum promotes science and natural and cultural history education, while encouraging responsible stewardship of all natural and cultural resources. The Museum provides educational programming (exhibits, camps, classes, lectures, outreach, tours, & special events) and safeguards artifacts and natural specimens for future generations.

979-776-2195

brazosvalleymuseum.org

Our mission is to improve the lives of families in our community by providing medical therapy to all in need of assistance in areas such as physical, occupational and speech therapy.

979-776-2872 brazostherapy.org

Seeking to put God’s love into action, Our Mission is to promote and

Bryan/College Station Habitat for

celebrate the international diversity

Humanity brings people together to

and heritage of the Brazos Valley.

build homes, communities, and hope.

979-845-8008

979-823-7200 habitatbcs.org

brazosvalleyworldfest.org T H E B R YA N - C O L L E G E S TAT I O N E A G L E

The Brazos Valley Symphony is a nonprofit performing arts organization with the mission to maintain a symphony of high artistic standards, and to promote the musical arts for cultural and education purposes in the Brazos Valley.

The mission of Brazos Valley Thin Blue Line Foundation is to aid Brazos Valley First Responders in need who have suffered a catastrophic illness, injury, or property disaster by providing expeditious financial assistance when traditional sources

979-696-6100 bvso.org

BUILD a student led organization BUILD is Command Team -- The aimed at unifying Texas A&M’s mission of BUILD is to unite the student body.

Our goal is to connect Texas A&M University student body students from all organizations, all through a physically demanding, academic colleges, and all corners large-scale service project each of Texas A&M through a physically fall. Founded uniting effort. in 2012, BUILD is a student organization and nonprofit Our long-term vision is to build and that converts 40-foot shipping send out portable medical clinics containers into fully-functional, around the world in honor of those portable, modern clinics who lost their lives inmedical the collapse of that are shipped domestically and the Aggie Bonfire, as it was a tradition internationally to same communities in that pursued these Aggie Core need.

Values.

buildtamu.com

fail to meet their needs.

979-224-1360

People of faith serving anyone in need by strengthening families and promoting respect for human dignity and life.

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The mission of the Children’s Museum of the Brazos Valley is to provide a child-centered, hands-on, interactive environment for learning and discovery for children.

Coach Blair Charities was started

Our mission is...

by Texas A&M Women’s Basketball

to partner with the community to provide resources that:

Head Coach Gary Blair in order to raise money for charities in the Bryan/College Station community

• inspire learning and teaching

and surrounding areas. In particular

• enrich opportunities

Coach Blair Charities works very

• recognize successes of students and educators

closely with Special Olympics-Texas to provide extra funding for the local Brazos Valley Special Olympic Teams.

979-779-5437 cmbv.org

Dedicated to enhancing the quality of life in the communities we serve, the Foundation partners with donors and nonprofit organizations by establishing charitable endowment funds that provide long-term support for community needs, nonprofit organizations, faith communities, civic efforts, scholarships and community grants.

979-777-0629

979-694-5615

979-589-4305

coachblaircharities.com

givetokids.csisd.org

cfbv.org

Elizabeth House Maternity Home

Our Mission is inspired by the

Different Day is a sanctuary for survivors

in Bryan/College Station provides

of human trafficking. At Different Day we

expectant mothers and their children

understand that every scar has a story.

a safe, enriching and loving home.

It is our belief that connection and love

We are more than just a shelter. Our

Wesleyan tradition of Christian

are among the most powerful forces in

faith and wholeness. MRC is

the universe to begin healing. We heal by

Because every person deserves a chance to be

mothers receive emotional, physical,

committed to faith-based, quality

ensuring access to safe and supportive

their best self, We build an inspired community,

psychological and spiritual support

living for senior adults.

housing. We work to empower through equine therapy, expressive arts, a life

educate those around us, and create advocates for individuals with down syndrome.

to move forward toward a better life

skills program, case management, and mentorship. Different Day strives to

979-774-9938 mrccrestview.org

teach financial independence through our Justice Enterprises.

differentdayfoundation.org

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so that they have the tools they need for themselves and their children.

979-778-7010 dsabv.org

979-676-9416 elizhouse.com T H E B R YA N - C O L L E G E S TAT I O N E A G L E

Five Fold Leaders engages, educates, and empowers URM youth.

Family Promise is an area wide

The mission of First Win is to help

faith based, non-profit ministry that

children who lack basic nutritional

supports families with children by

and health resources that are vital to

providing shelter, meals and support We envision a world where no child ever drowns. We are committed to education and public awareness of

services as they work towards self-

achieve success in school and beyond.

sufficiency.

First Win will focus resources toward improving the child’s overall physical

the dangers of childhood drowning in

and mental health, fitness, nutrition,

public and private pools.

and general well-being.

979-268-4309 emmasproject.org

familypromisebcs.org

Fork Friendly is a collaborative space to develop, translate, and promote nutrition education that supports a balanced and holistic life.

We synthesize and simplify dietary recommendations into a customerfriendly

language

to

promote

purposeful food choices for a healthy lifestyle.

forkfriendly.com T H E B R YA N - C O L L E G E S TAT I O N E A G L E

Friends of Chamber Music brings music from diverse periods and cultures, performed by world-class musicians, to the Brazos Valley.

Through concerts and outreach programs at area schools, we strive to enhance the cultural life of the community. All our concerts are free and open to the community.

fcmtx.org

firstwin.org

The Friends of the Bryan College Station Library System, a nonprofit organization founded in 1955 to promote the Public Library, encourages all citizens to use the many and varied services offered by the libraries.

The Friends programs heighten community awareness of the library’s resources. Friends’ gifts enrich the library collections. Friends’ development efforts builds long-term library support. The Friends provide funding and support to all three of the Bryan College Station libraries.

friendsbcs.org

To create a destination playground for persons of all abilities to serve the

College

Station/Bryan

and

surrounding communities. The design of the playground is based on the promotion of physical and cognitive development in children through play.

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Girl Scouting builds girls of courage, confidence, and character, who make the world a better place.

Through programs from coast to coast, Girl Scouts of all backgrounds and abilities can be unapologetically themselves as they discover their strengths and rise to meet new challenges—whether they want to climb to the top of a tree or the top of their class, lace up their boots for a hike or advocate for climate justice, or make their first best friends.

800-733-0011 gsctx.org

Hope Mommies is a 501(c) 3 non-profit Christian organization whose sole purpose is to come alongside moms and families who have experienced infant loss, bringing comfort, encouragement, companionship, and hope as they continue to walk this side of eternity without their beloved son or daughter. Our vision is to help every family in the Brenham-College Station area who experiences infant loss find community, grief resources and ultimately the Hope of Christ that is our unfailing anchor.

Goodfly

conducts

Fly-Fishing

Our Mission

The mission of The Hispanic Forum

anxiety. Our participants include

To provide and expand access to

of Bryan/College Station is to unify

veterans, law enforcement and fire

free, high quality and comprehensive,

the residents of our community,

protection personnel, health care

primary and preventive health care

state and nation to address social,

for low income, medically uninsured

educational, political, economic, and

individuals in the Brazos Valley.

cultural issues that impact Hispanics

Workshops to reduce stress and

workers, abuse survivors and the grieving.

“Cast Flies to Renew the Mind and

and every resident in our community.

Refresh the Spirit.”

979.383.4415 goodfly.org

Honoring God - Serving Others Celebrating Every Pregnancy

979-695-9193 hopepregnancy.org

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979-774-4176 hlth4all.org

hispanicforumbcs.org

Hospice Brazos Valley exists to care for people. Providing award winning hospice service opens opportunities to positively change lives and create meaningful memories to cherish for years to come. Our wish is for anyone who encounters us to be better for the experience. Time with patients and families is filled with hope, encouragement, celebration and service. Community support from you provides expert comfort and grief support to thousands of central Texas families.

Based on respect and dignity for all

979-821-2266

979-846-3670 junction505.org

hospicebrazosvalley.org

people Junction Five-O-Five is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for adults with disabilities by providing them with the opportunity to enter the workforce.

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The Junior League of Bryan-College Station, Inc. is an organization of women whose Mission is to advance women’s leadership for meaningful community impact through volunteer action, collaboration, and training.

979-774-4759 jlbcs.org

Our mission is to educate and engage Brazos County citizens to keep our community clean, green, and beautiful. Our focus areas are litter control, recycling, and beautification efforts. We believe that by educating both youths and adults, we can learn to embrace ways to make a difference every day. We also believe that volunteering opens the eyes of the participants to the reality of what it takes to clean up a roadside and beautify a property.

979-775-3569 keepbrazosbeautiful.org

Long Way Home Adoptables Lee Chapel UMC Food Pantry – Bryan “And God is able to provide you with every Blessing in abundance, so that by always having enough of everything, you may share abundantly in every good work” 2 Corinthians 9:8

979-822-0437

RESCUE. LOVE. REPEAT.

Long Long Way Way Home Home is is aa501(c)3 501(c)3 non-profit non-profit organization saving saving animals animals regardless regardless organization of age, age, health, Some maymay be of health,ororspecies. species.

Some healthy pets in an over-capacity shelter, be healthy pets in an over-capacity some may need serious veterinary care shelter, some may need serious or rehabilitation, others may be animals veterinary care experiments or rehabilitation, saved from medical or being others may be animals that They needarea sold for meat slaughter overseas. rehabilitated and placed in loving forever little more time to adjust.

We get the homes.

While we are an all breed rescue, animals healthy and adopt them out to we try forever to prioritize senior small breeds. loving homes.

979-977-7111

facebook.com/Lee-Chapel-UMCFood-Pantry-110059068475324/

longwayhomeadoptables.org

The Mending Hearts Grief Center is here to provide peer-to-peer support to those who are experiencing grief It is the mission of Brazos Valley

due to the loss of a loved one. We

Community Action Programs to assist in

are here to uplift and walk alongside

Make A Stand Bully Rescue strives

the empowerment of individuals, families

to end canine neglect and build a

and communities to reach their full

bully-breed positive society through adoption programming and advocacy efforts.

economic, education, wellness, cultural

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healing from the pain of the loss and learn how to live again without the presence of our loved one.

and social potential through the use of community resources.

masbullyrescue.org

each other as we journey towards

979-823-2203 capbv.org

979-704-6406 mendingheartsgriefcenter.org

The mission of Methodist Children’s Home is to equip children, youth and families to flourish by offering hope

through

Christ-centered

relationships, services and support.

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PRESERVE,

HONOR,

EDUCATE.

The Museum of the American G.I. is dedicated to preserving the

NAMI-Brazos Valley is dedicated

Mobility Worldwide reflects the love of

equipment, uniforms, and stories

God by bringing the gi of mobility and

of the American Serviceman and

dignity to those in developing countries

woman to honor all who have served

people in the Brazos Valley with

our country and to educate the public

mental illness and their families

who are unable to walk. Volunteers work in the Brazos Valley workshop to make mobility carts which are sent to

about their sacrifice. We tell their

countries that struggle to provide for

stories of duty, honor, and selfless

their disabled. Mobility Worldwide helps

service so that we will never forget

li disabled people out of the dirt and

what it takes to live in a free nation.

to improving the quality of life for

through support, education, and advocacy.

give them the ability to participate in their communities.

979-821-2222

mwbv.org

979-774-4713 namibv.org

979-690-0501

americangimuseum.org

Our The North Bryan Community Center

We provide reliable transportation

Terminal

offers

National Charity League Aggieland – Margo’s Closet The mission of National Charity League Aggieland’s philanthropy program is to partner with local non-profits and provide mother and daughter volunteer teams who support areas of local needs, such as disadvantaged children and youth, hunger and poverty, homelessness, and the elderly. Our newly created Margo’s Market project focuses on helping school aged children who are faced with hunger issues.

community,

resources, and hope for individuals and families facing terminal illness.

PEACOCK LEGACY OF HOPE

We do this through faith-based

EMPOWERS SINGLE MOTHERS

devotionals, free online resources,

AND

and through community partnerships.

PROVIDING CHRISTIAN SUPPORT

Our Terminal believes that each

and interests by providing a safe and

AND

person’s story matters, and that no

SELF-SUSTAINING

secure environment for children after

one should walk through a terminal

(NBCC) mission is to provide a

to people in need to get them on the

multipurpose center that will help to

road to self-sufficiency and to share

effectively meet community needs

with them the grace of God.

school and during the summer.

979-823-2490

diagnosis alone.

979-739-9791 onramptx.org

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503-983-6085 ourterminal.com

THEIR

CHILDREN

SHELTER,

ENABLING

BY A

HOPE-FILLED

FUTURE.

979-201-5960 peacocklegacy.org T H E B R YA N - C O L L E G E S TAT I O N E A G L E

Serves as the Brazos Valley’s advocate for breast health and cancer support by: • Providing reliable, informative resources; • Inspiring hope through individual and group support; • Offering access to medical treatments for those with limited means.

Pink Alliance was established in 2007 by five local breast cancer survivors to assist those newly-diagnosed with breast cancer and to respond to the needs of the community regarding breast health and cancer awareness, detection and treatment.

979-229-1200 pinkalliance.org

Project Unity’s mission is to empower children, families, and individuals to reach their highest potential in communities where they live.

979-595-2900 projectunitytexas.org

The mission of Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Texas (RMHC CTX) is to create, find and support programs that directly improve the health and well-being of children and families. Guiding us in our mission are our core values: • We lead with compassion • We focus on the critical needs of children

professional

assessment,

where they can live in freedom

• We operate with accountability and transparency

through Christ.

979-485-5473 rmhc-ctx.org

Supporting seniors in the Brazos Valley Region by providing them

counseling, and education in a

professional

compassionate and collaborative

with essential items to improve

teams to locate lost, missing, or

approach.

deceased persons. Since 1997

search

Search Dog Network has assisted

979-703-8813 scottyshouse.org T H E B R YA N - C O L L E G E S TAT I O N E A G L E

their quality of life and foster their connection with the community.

with over 180 searches.

979-676-1630 searchdogs.org

to bring women out of their

• We value our heritage

is to train, certify, and deploy canine

of health and healing, we seek emotional pain and leave them

healing, and justice for children Search Dog Network’s mission

and His ways and understanding

• We celebrate the diversity of our people and programs

Our mission is to provide safety, victimized by abuse through

Through immersion in God’s word

979-595-2800 bvcog.org

firmly planted in their royal roots

979-229-3000

royalrootsoffreedom.org

The Sexual Assault Resource Center’s mission is to support survivors of sexual violence through advocacy, counseling, and crisis intervention and work to end sexual violence in the Brazos Valley.

La misión del Centro de Recursos para la Agresión Sexual es apoyar a los sobrevivientes de la violencia sexual a través de la defensa, el asesoramiento y la intervención en situaciones de crisis y el trabajo para poner fin a la violencia sexual en Brazos Valley.

979-731-1000 sarcbv.org Brazos Valley Gives | 29

Sleep in Heavenly Peace All children deserve a safe, Child bedlessness is comfortable a national place to lay their heads.

In Brazos county problem, and as a national nonprofit and across the US, too many boys and with chapters spread across the girls go without a bed-or even a pillow-to country, SHP children has provided the sleep on. These end up sleeping solution. on couches, blankets, and even floors.

This can affect their physical, mental, We are an organization that builds and emotional health. and delivers beds to children in need That’s where Sleep in Heavenly Peace of a bed and a safe place to sleep. comes in. We’re a group of volunteers

dedicated to building, Help us ensure “No Kidassembling Sleeps onand the delivering top-notch bunk beds to Floor in our Town!” children and families in need.

We to rescue, SOSexist Ministries beganrestore, in 1993 and to release, and to put ourselves in the Rescue, Restore, and Release world those weand serve soinfested that we those of from drug gang might help revolutionize their lives. environments where abuse, poverty, God has called to of dedicate our and violence are us a way life. We are time and talent as a testimony of a relationship ministry that invests His transforming power to raise up, in the daily lives of the ~600 people equip, and of empower others “Save we serve, which over 90%tolive in Our Streets.” poverty.

We pursue our purpose by serving the entire family, from child S.O.S. Ministries is penetrating to grandparent, through weekly neighborhoods in Bryan/College mentoring discipleship programs, Station and& beyond through highlife skills training & education, impact programs focused on spiritual & outreaches throughout at-risk and community transformation. neighborhoods.

shpbeds.org/chapter/tx-college-station

979-775-5357

saveourstreetsministries.org

St. Vincent de Paul

St. Joseph Catholic School St. was WeJoseph strive toCatholic developSchool disciples established to provide a Christian Environment for students, staff for the 21st century by forming and faculty alike that promotes both excellence in educational and the whole student-mind, spiritual faith formation.

Society of Bryan/College Station

Serving man, one The our St. fellow Vincent deperson Paulat a time.

Society BCS a Catholic We’re commi edis to answering thelay call to serve our community, specifically organization of dedicated those who are less fortunate, staying mindful the vocation our Patron womentoand men, anofoutreach Saint Vincent de Paul.

Itbody is alsoand our spirit-in intention atoCatholic challenge the students to work to the best of their abilities and to live as Christian environment committed to a examples of faith to one another and to the extended community.

armprovide of our 5 Catholic We clothing, Churches. shoes, and household goods with dignity and the We serve our community and love of Christ to those in need. Thri store shoppers who love without bargains our neighbors in need and treasures help us help others discrimination.

Join when they shop with us! us!

979.324.0558

979-232-2286

culture of belonging.

stjosephschoolbcs.org

svdp-bcs.org

Still Creek’s mission is “Taking Children

Our to Creation.” rescue boys and Frommission Crisis To isNew We seek to have a multi-generational impact girls from crisis environments and to by breaking of crisis them and restore their the livescycle by placing empowering themhome to make Biblical in a family-style environment, decisions, have relationships, and through our healthy accredited boarding and reach their full potential. school, Bible-based counseling, TCAL We believe thatand with these 4 core athletics, fine arts, our equestrian values the possibilities are endless for and agricultural programs. our kids:

Instead of extending pity toward our 1. Share the continuously past, with children for Gospel their devastating our kids we create an environment for them 2. Provide a safe home to be empowered by their story, yet without them to be defined 3. Give aallowing great education by their past wounds.

4. Instill a good worth ethic

The

Texas

EMS

Foundation

supports the morale, welfare, and education needs of the Texas EMS professional. This is accomplished through scholarship programs, relief funding, and supporting additional wellness based programming.

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The Texas Ramp Project’s mission is to provide free wheelchair ramps to low-income recipients with disabilities identified by local health care providers. The ramps are built exclusively with all-volunteer crews following ADA guidelines.

The ramps are built without regard to race, religion, ethnicity, age or gender. Our vision is that no one in Texas should go without a ramp because they cannot afford it.

979-731-8951 texasramps.org

For over 50 years The Arts Council has served the community with one driving mission: to make the arts accessible to all residents and visitors of the Brazos Valley through funding,

promotion,

professional

advocacy,

development

and

partnership building programs.

979-696-2787 acbv.org T H E B R YA N - C O L L E G E S TAT I O N E A G L E

The BEECommunity Community The BEE is a exists postsecondary to provide vocational meaningfulprogram work that provides a place of belonging,

and a place of belonging for meaningful

work,

and

lifelong

learning with for adults with special adults intellectual and needs

who

create

quality

developmental disabilities in handmade products that are sold

to the community. the Brazos Valley.

“Feeding Families and Changing Lives” is our mission. By building relationships within the community food, sharing Our mission isbytoproviding build relationships the hope in Christ, and recognizing the within byweproviding inherentthe valuecommunity of every person, truly wish to bridge the gap within our community. It food, sharing the hope in Christ, and is our passion to provide assistance to our fellow community without shame, recognizing themembers inherent value of guilt or remorse. We want to give more than every person. just food to those in need, we want to affirm, encourage, and love everyone who walks through our door.

979-704-6037

thebeecommunity.com thebridgeministries.org

The George & Barbara Bush Foundation will perpetuate the work of its namesakes by promoting, supporting and coordinating between their legacy organizations; principally the George Bush School of Government and Public Service, the George H. W. Bush Presidential Library and Museum, the Barbara Bush Foundation for Family Literacy, the Barbara Bush Houston Literacy Foundation, and Points of Light.

979-862-2251 Bush41.org

The mission of The Nest is to be a safe place to begin your journey of restoration. God’s word says in Psalms 91:1, “He shall cover you with his feathers and under his wings you shall take refuge. His truth shall be your shield and buckler.”

979-220-7116 thenestbcs.org

Help Build Hope.

The

REACH

strengthen

the

Imperative fabric

is of

to the

community by engaging university and community partners to eliminate

Our primary focus is providing The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church.

Its message is based on the bible.

social and financial inequities in

Its ministry is motivated by the love

college towns and beyond.

of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet

832-622-4718 agsreach.org T H E B R YA N - C O L L E G E S TAT I O N E A G L E

human needs without discrimination.

979-977-0793

salvationarmybcs.org

housing solutions for people who The Theatre Company of Bryan - College Station is dedicated to changing lives in our community with the magic of live theatre. We provide professional quality productions at an affordable price while creating a welcoming, diverse, and inclusive environment for all.

have experienced homelessness in the Bryan/College Station/Hearne area and people who have not experienced

homelessness,

but

want to live and serve as part of this intentional community.

254-541-1559 979-779-1302 theatrecompany.com tinyhopevillage.org Brazos Valley Gives | 31

Our Mission is to guide generations The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier/ Never Forget Garden Veterans Memorial will be a special place for remembrance of all missing and unknown soldiers, from the Revolutionary War to the present, who made the ultimate sacrifice, giving not only their lives but also their identities to protect our American freedoms.

of courageous young men to honor

United Way of the Brazos Valley

The Visual Art Society of BryanCollege Station is a 50 year old allvolunteer non-profit organization dedicated to providing opportunities for local artists of all ages and skill levels to explore, develop and market their creations. Through events and educational programming, VAS strives to foster the appreciation of visual art and aspires to raise awareness about the relevance and intrinsic value of the visual arts in our community and provide annual scholarships for art students.

brings

the

community

together

and finds solutions to change lives by advancing Education, Financial Stability and Health.-

979-696-4483 uwbv.org

God, lead with integrity, serve others, and experience outdoor adventure.

traillifebcs.com

visualartsociety.org

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Twin City Mission will accomplish its Vision of a community in which all individuals and families have opportunity for hope, acceptance, and stability, in a safe and caring environment, through programs addressing: homelessness; violence and abuse; family conflict; youth in crisis; life skills deficiencies; and poverty.

We are guided by our Core Values: Compassion; Respect; Integrity; Transparency; and Empowerment.

979-822-7511 twincitymission.org

Voices for Children’s mission is to improve the lives of children in foster care through powerful volunteer advocacy until each child is placed in a safe and permanent home.

979-822-9700 vfcbrazos.org

Unbound BCS activates local communities to fight human trafficking through prevention & awareness, professional training, and survivor advocacy.

979-710-7758 unboundbcs.org

Raising funds for non-profits who help homeless, unwanted, and neglected animals as well as organizations who support the human/animal bond!

Educating children and the community about humane treatment of animals and people. Developing Aggies who serve in our Internship Program. Supporting Humane Animal Legislation.

979-412-6051 wienerspiel.org T H E B R YA N - C O L L E G E S TAT I O N E A G L E

At Wildwood Secondary, our mission is to provide a learner-centered middle school education grounded in real-world experiences that honors the capacity of adolescents to take ownership of their education and engage as citizens of the world. Wildwood Secondary prepares students to be successful in high-school, college and beyond by inspiring the joyful discovery of self and a passion for learning and independent thinking.

979-393-0181

sites.google.com/view/ wildwoodsecondary/home

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NONPROFITS T H E B R YA N - C O L L E G E S TAT I O N E A G L E

REMEMBER our fallen HONOR those who serve and their families TEACH the next generation the value of freedom

757-478-4747

You Are, Inc. exists to create spaces and resources for women and children to encounter God, connect with one another, and to be equipped and empowered to advance God’s Kingdom in their own spheres of influence and impact future generations.

817-291-7433

wreathsacrossamerica.org

The Boys & Girls Clubs of the Brazos Valley, in association with Boys & Girls Clubs of America, is dedicated to helping youth of all backgrounds develop the qualities needed to become responsible citizens and leaders of our community and nation.

Boys & Girls Clubs of the Brazos Valley provides: A safe place to learn and grow Ongoing relationships with caring, adult professionals Life-enhancing programs and character development experiences Hope and opportunity

979-739-7434 bgcbv.org

Burleson County Czech Heritage Museum The Burleson County Czech Heritage Museum exists to preserve the stories

We seek to bring continual positive change by building strong relationships with kids, encouraging them to meet their full potential both at home and in the community. This impacts the families of the Brazos Valley in a positive ways. While we are watching the moral decline of teens across the nation, we are encouraged to see the profound change of teens in our area through our ministry. Our ultimate mission is to earn the right to share Jesus Christ with teenagers throughout the community.

979-693-2012

brazosvalley.younglife.org

BCYD operates as the booster club for the local 4H Shooting Sports Club,

and history of the Czech immigrants

Youth Shooting Sports, and in support

who

of Caldwell P.D. and Burleson County

settled

in

the

Burleson

County area as well as aiding in the

law

enforcement.

This

shooting

continuation of Czech traditions, facility will enhance the best trained, language, food, music, and culture. most precise, safety-conscious law

facebook.com/ BCCHM

enforcement and youth competition shooters in our community.

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Friends of Caldwell Main Street

The Foundation is an IRS approved 501 (c) 3 as of November 15, 2017. The purpose of the foundation is to raise awareness of the need and secure funding to improve the classroom opportunities in Caldwell ISD. Most of the funds will be distributed to Teacher grants beginning in the

At First Baptist School of Caldwell our mission is to train, equip, and educate our

fall of 2018. This ensures that the

students to impact the world for Christ.

funds raised go directly back to the

Proverbs 22:6

classroom.

979-567-9000 caldwellelf.com

979-567-3771 fbscaldwell.org

Impact Burleson County

The Friends of Caldwell Main Street are raising money to support projects in economic development and historic preservation in downtown Caldwell.

We contribute to Main Street projects adopted by the City Council, including Champagne Chocolate Cake Walk; 2021 Summer Concert Series (free dances in June, July, and August in Downtown Caldwell); replanting and refreshing downtown planter boxes to enhance downtown appearances; replacing downtown electrical lighting with a ractive white lights; and a mural program to help bring visitors to our downtown.

www.caldwelltx.gov/work/ historic-downtown-caldwell/ main-street/

Haven Animal Rescue of Texas We are a non-profit organization formed to prevent cruelty to animals by rescuing abandoned or homeless animals and subsidizing spaying and neutering as well as further vetting to care for and prevent animal cruelty.

facebook.com/ HavenAnimalRescueofTexas/

In God’s Hands of Burleson County

HORNETS HELPING HORNETS mission is to provide children the basic needs as it arises but especially focusing on Christmas to make sure a smile happens for them that holiday morning

facebook.com/ HornetsHelpingHornets/

Our mission is to help people in Burleson County who are seeking help with recovery from hurts, habits, hang-ups. We also offer assistance with any basic need which prevents them from enjoying the life God intended for them. Our goal is to help anyone who needs a hand up, not a handout. God is our ally and leader in this ministry.

979-567-0218

impactburleson.org

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Our mission is to distribute groceries to Burleson and surrounding counties.

Project SNIP of Burleson County aims to foster responsible pet ownership for Burleson County residents by offering

a

spay/neuter

voucher

program, pet education, and wellness clinics. We believe that pets are our best friends and deserve humane treatment, which includes reducing

979-406-0157

overpopulation.

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GRIMES COUNTY

Snook Volunteer Fire Department We strive to provide services to our community with honor and integrity.

Snook Volunteer Fire Department serves the communities of Snook, Tunis, and Clay, Texas. Snook VFD also supports surrounding Fire Departments with mutual aid when needed.

979-406-9287 facebook.com/snookvfd/

The mission of the Somerville I.S.D. Education Foundation (SEF) is to raise and distribute funds to enhance the educational experience of all Somerville ISD students by providing scholarships and financial support through educational grants to supplement district-wide programs and activities.

979-596-2153

8

NONPROFITS

somervilleisd.org

The mission of the Arlene Campbell Humanitarian

Foundation

is

to

provide medical supplies for hospitals in Kyiv, Ukraine and to help facilitate physician

training

and

research

programs between U.S. and Ukrainian physicians.

979-224-6738 arlenecampbell.org

City of Navasota Foundation for Community Projects Governed by local Christian churches and our Board of Directors select by local pastors, through

To fund municipal projects that

its volunteers, provides food and

enhance the quality of life and

clothing to individuals and families in the Grimes County area who are in

services that benefit the citizens of the City of Navasota.

need.

936-825-7454 T H E B R YA N - C O L L E G E S TAT I O N E A G L E

936-825-6450

Our Vision To provide tangible, financial and emotional support as we walk with families through the trauma of child loss from the initial loss through aftercare regardless of the age of the child.

936-276-9556 firsttouchfamily.org

Grimes County Animal Rescue is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that is building an animal shelter that can be a safe haven for the abused and neglected animals in Grimes County.

936-306-5565

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The Navasota George Washington Carver Alumni Association The Navasota-George Washington Carver High Alumni Association (NGWCAA) is a non-profit Organization whose purpose is to promote the development of members of the community in a way that enriches lives and that leads to the development of the whole person.

It also exists to further a lasting friendship among all ex-students and friends of the former George Washington Carver High School.

This purpose is achieved through continued reunions, community outreach, and afterschool programs.

navasotagwc.com

The mission of the Centerville ISD Educational Foundation (CEF) is to raise and distribute funds to enhance the educational experience of all Centerville ISD students by providing scholarships and financial support to supplement district-wide programs and activities.

903-536-7812

The mission of the Navasota ISD Education Foundation is to generate and distribute resources to the Navasota Independent School District to enrich, maintain, and expand programs needed to meet the District’s stated mission of excellence in education.

936-825-6789 navasotaisd.org

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NONPROFITS

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Two Rivers Heritage Foundation endeavors to learn, teach, conserve, and celebrate the natural and cultural heritage of Texas, particularly that area located between the Brazos River and the Navasota River in Grimes County; and to ultimately establish a repository for preservation of historical documents and artifacts which created and influenced Navasota and its surrounding region to be made available for research, study, education, and the enlightenment and gratification of all people.

LEON COUNTY

1

NONPROFIT

tworiversheritagefoundation.org

Early access to books can pave a path out of poverty, yet most low-income children don’t have a single book at home. But we’re changing that.

Books from Birth strives to narrow the opportunity and achievement gaps for underprivileged children in the Brazos Valley by making sure children have high-quality books at home, thereby laying foundations for a lifetime of literacy and academic success.

979-488-9192 booksfrombirthtx.org

The CPS Board of Robertson County is a group of people who volunteer their time for the well-being of children in the care of the Child Protective Service in Robertson County. Our group raises money through out the year in order to provide for children that may be removed from their home by CPS.

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WASHINGTON

COUNTY

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NONPROFITS

The Blinn College Foundation is organized for the sole purpose of providing support for programs and activities which enhance the quality of education for Blinn College students and expand the educational opportunities for our entire community. While raising funds is an important function, the Blinn College Foundation also seeks to heighten community awareness of the mission and accomplishments of the College and to promote excellence in education.

979-209-7210 blinn.edu/foundation

Brenham “We are a helping hand in the Growth of Education” Our mission is to: -generate and distribute resources to Brenham public schools -enrich & expand programs needed to meet the District’s station mission of excellence in education

979-277-3700 brenhamisd.net T H E B R YA N - C O L L E G E S TAT I O N E A G L E

Next

is

a

To inspire all of Washington County young

people,

especially

those

who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens.

The Brenham Children’s Chorus provides choral music education and performance opportunities for children and youth regardless of gender, ethnicity, race, religion, or economic status. Consistent with the mission of the Board of Trustees, no interested singer is denied participation due to a lack of finances and tuition resources are available.

979-277-3897

979-277-9383 bgc-brenham.org

brenhamchildrenschorus.com

Brenham Pet Adoption Center

The mission of the Burton Educational

To help companion animals in need through sheltering, education, spay/ neuter, and community outreach.

To protect the citizens of Brenham through enforcement of city ordinances and state laws pertaining to animals.

To reunite lost or homeless animals with their families or find new homes when necessary.

Foundation is to generate and

non-profit

organization that exists to equip and empower the next generation of Brenham youth with knowledge and spiritual tools. As a community serving Christ, we hope to witness a new community of Biblical leaders.

979-300-3969 brenhamnext.org

979-337-7351 cityofbrenham.org

distribute resources to Burton ISD to enrich and expand programs needed to meet the District’s stated mission of providing the highest quality education possible.

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Camp For All transforms the world for children and adults with challenging illnesses or special needs..

CASA for Kids of South Central Texas advocates for the best interests of abused and neglected children in court through the training and support of community volunteers.

346-440-3036 campforall.org

979-277-0088 wespeak4kids.org

Camp Blessing exists to provide help and hope to people of all abilities through Christ-centered camp experiences.

We are an award-winning Christian summer camp ministry designed for children and adults with special needs (physical/developmental/intellectual disabilities) to experience a week-long residential, barrier-free camp. We surround them with love, acceptance, and fun.

281-259-5789 campblessing.org

“Citadel Christian equips students for life by providing an exceptional education with a biblical worldview in a supportive, loving atmosphere.”

We provide instruction and discipline intended to enlighten the understanding, develop character, form the habits, and prepare the student for useful service in their community and in the cause of Christ.

Our vision is to inspire students to learn and make a difference in the world for Christ!

979-830-0991 citadelchristian.org

We care for orphans domestically In partnership with parents, First FAITH MISSION & Help Center was founded to assist the poor in crisis. A former homeless man who had found help, resulting in a changed life, approached the local Ministerial Association with his vision and in 1985 the faith based, non-profit organization was created. It functions as a clearinghouse for local churches and provides direct assistance to those in need. Today, “making His mission our mission” is the foundation principle for the services provided.

979-830-1488 faithmission.us

and abroad through prayer, adoption

Baptist Church School seeks to

advocacy, missions, and Forever

We are a community of widows

LOVE unconditionally, EXCEL

Families support. It is our desire

finding hope and healing in Christ,

that every child know Jesus and

encouraging one another in the

academically, LIVE biblically, LEAD fearlessly to impact our community and world for Jesus Christ.

experience the love of a forever family.

979-836-6411 fbcsbrenham.org

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journey and seeking God’s purpose for our lives in this season.

855-598-1572

orphanministries.com

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The mission of Legacy Christian School is to partner with Christian parents

in

centered,

providing biblically

a

family-

integrated,

college/career-worthy education to

Make-A-Wish® creates life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses.

prepare students to go into the world

Farm

provides

an

environment for Christ to forge young men of integrity who are firmly connected to the sense of security, acceptance, and significance that

as disciples of Christ.

281-389-9647 legacybrenham.org

Miracle

comes from an identity in Christ.

281-491-9474 wish.org/texgulf

979-836-0901 miraclefarm.org

“Educating and Nurturing the WHOLE Child through the Love of Christ” -St. Paul’s Christian Day School in Brenham focuses on the whole child. Nurturing the spiritual, emotional, social, intellectual, and physical growth of children leads each child to develop to his/her fullest potential. A solid partnership between home, school, and church and working together as a team in the Spirt of Jesus Christ, results in the success of the children.

979-836-1145 stpaulsbrenham.org

Special Thanks to our Presenting Co-Sponsors,

The Volunteer Services Council for Brenham State School is the only non-profit 501 (c)(3) organization dedicated to working with families, staff and the community to enrich the lives of the residents of Brenham State Supported Living Center by

Our mission is to involve, enrich, and empower senior citizens in our community.

We give quality and dignity to the lives of senior citizens by promoting healthy habits and independent living. We give

providing fiscal and human resources

relief from the huge and growing costs of

beyond that which is provided by the

medical and nursing home expenses by

state.

making it easier for seniors to remain in their homes as long as possible.

979-277-1507

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979-836-6552 seniorcenterbrenham.com

Washington on the Brazos Historical Foundation, a nonprofi t organization, exists to help preserve the rich history of the heroic actions taken by our forefathers at Washington on the Brazos with the signing of the Texas Declaration of Independence from Mexico, on March 2, 1836. The Foundation generates support to facilitate programs, celebrations, and education at Washington on the Brazos State Historic Site, Star of the Republic Museum, Barrington Plantation Historic Site and Fanthorp Inn.

979-830-1824 wheretexasbecametexas.org

David Gardner’s Jewelers

and

West, Webb, Allbritton & Gentry, for their financial support in producing this giving guide.

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