Houston Flourish Forum

Collaborating to tackle Houston’s most critical needs—so our city can truly flourish.

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

  • June 26th | Educational Support through Partnership

    We’re proud to partner with Loving Houston, a local initiative driven by the vision to see every school in Greater Houston connected to a committed, caring church partner. At Houston Responds, we believe that equipping churches to serve local schools not only uplifts students and teachers but also strengthens entire communities. By working together, we help ensure that every child has the opportunity to learn, thrive, and flourish—because when schools are supported, neighborhoods are transformed.

  • August 22nd | Housing and Homelessness Forum

    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.

  • October 24th | Mental Health Forum

    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.

Meet our Hosts

  • 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.