Addressing Food Insecurity
April 10 | 11:30 am
Christ Presbyterian
8300 Katy Freeway
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Houston continues to face significant food insecurity, with 1 in 7 residents, including 1 in 5 children, lacking reliable access to nutritious meals. Many families rely on food pantries, mobile distribution programs, and community feeding initiatives to meet their basic needs.
Flourishing communities are built on a foundation of food security and economic stability. Access to nutritious food is a critical factor in improving health, educational outcomes, and economic mobility. Yet, food insecurity continues to impact many individuals and families in under-resourced communities, limiting their ability to thrive. Addressing this crisis requires collaborative efforts among nonprofits, faith communities, businesses, and government agencies to create sustainable solutions.
Join us for an impactful discussion featuring corporate leaders, nonprofit organizations, and church representatives who are working to combat food insecurity. Learn about innovative strategies, existing programs, and ways churches and community members can actively engage in hunger relief efforts, sustainable food programs, and holistic community support.
Nicole Browning
Houston Food Bank
In this Forum, our goal is to
Strengthens church & nonprofit collaboration for hunger relief
Connects families to wraparound services beyond food assistance
Supports data-driven solutions to measure and reduce long-term food insecurity
Encourages action-oriented partnerships to create lasting change
Our Call to Action
We invite churches, nonprofits, food pantry leaders, and local businesses to join this movement and partner with Houston Food Bank to not only feed the hungry but help families move toward self-sufficiency. Connecting Cards: Add cards on the table to sign up, what I need help with, what I commit to
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Houston Flourish Forums
Houston Responds and National Christian Foundation are hosting a series of conversations bringing church leaders, non-profit leaders, civic leaders, and generous givers together to address the critical areas of brokenness in our city. Each event will highlight a critical area of need and will introduce gifted faith leaders who bring specific knowledge and experiences in these areas to help restore our communities. Contact us about becoming a partner in support of one of these forums.
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The National Christian Foundation Houston’s purpose is to create and cultivate environments to inform, inspire and equip people to step out in generosity. We have a passion to be conduits for a trusted and flourishing community founded on the joy of Biblical generosity.
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Houston Responds unites, empowers, and mobilizes churches to multiply their collective impact on critical needs in their community. We accomplish this by developing local coalitions of churches that collaborate with one another and other community partners and are part of a broader interconnected network of relationships covering all of Greater Houston.
Upcoming events
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Disaster Response Forum
6.11.24 11:30AM-1:00PM (Rescheduled Event)
Churches in Houston have long played a vital role in responding to disasters. When natural disasters such as hurricanes, floods, or other crises strike the city and its surrounding areas, local churches serve as first responders, providing immediate relief to those affected. In the aftermath, churches are providing shelter, distributing water, food, and essential supplies - and even helping residents clean up and restore their homes. We must coordinate our efforts in disasters to maximize our collective resources and skillsets. Join us as we hear from disaster response experts and churches who have been at the forefront of leading this service to their communities.
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Housing and Homelessness Forum
8.22.24 11:30AM-1:00PM
Homelessness remains a significant and complex issue in Houston, underscoring the need for collective solutions that address the root causes. The city's size and diverse population result in a wide range of circumstances leading to homelessness, from economic hardships and lack of affordable housing to mental health challenges and substance abuse issues. Houston has been credited with innovative solutions like the "Housing First" initiative, which are collaborative efforts between the public sector, non-profit organization, but the challenge persists and churches should play a role so all residents have access to stable housing and a path towards a brighter future. Join us as we bring in the local experts in this area who are helping address issues of housing and homelessness, and how churches can play a role.
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Mental Health Forum
10.24.24 11:30AM-1:00PM
Mental health issues in our city are a significant concern that deserves increased attention and support. The city's diverse population faces a range of mental health challenges, from anxiety and depression to more severe conditions, often exacerbated by socioeconomic disparities, access to care, and other stressors. Houston has made strides in community-based mental health initiatives, increased awareness, and the expansion of mental health care facilities. However, the demand for services continues to outstrip available resources. Churches play a key role alongside mental health professionals in helping people thrive emotionally and socially as they pursue spiritual maturity. Join us for a conversation among mental health professionals, counselors, and churches who are engaging these issues in their communities.