My name is Britney Jones and I am the newest member of the Foundation. Born in New Orleans, Louisiana to a military family, we moved very quickly to Germany then Ft. Hood, Texas and returned to New Orleans. I am married to my high school sweetheart and we have two wonderful kids. Southeastern Louisiana University in Hammond is where I received a Bachelors of Arts in Marketing and University of Phoenix a Master’s in Business…
Patricia Spencer has joined the Foundation team, as Grant Director. Spencer experience spans over 20-years specializing in public funding and in the administration of public grant awards. Most recently, she oversaw a grant portfolio for a large Houston area healthcare system of more than $80 million in research, education, and community service grants. While in this role, Spencer led the grant writing team for an ambitious federal grant project resulting in the largest grant award…
General Electric presents The Texas Med 5K & 10K Run/Walk Proceeds will benefit Harris Health Immunization Programs throughout Harris County. [gdlr_stunning_text background_color=”#f3f3f3″ button=”View Results” button_link=”http://www.mychiptime.com/searchevent.php?id=8177″ button_background=”#183765″ button_text_color=”#ffffff” button_border_color=”#2fbec2″ title=”Results For 10K & 5K.” title_color=”#183765″ [/gdlr_stunning_text] [gdlr_toggle_box style=”style-1″ ] [gdlr_tab title=”Event Details” active=”yes”] Saturday, February 8, 2014 | 8:00-11:00AM Ben Taub General Hospital | 1504 Taub Loop Houston, TX 77030[/gdlr_tab] [gdlr_tab title=”Contact”]Phone: 713-566-6409 Fax: 713-566-6449 Email: HCHD.Foundation@HarrisHealth.org[/gdlr_tab] [gdlr_tab title=”Arrival Time”]The 10K run begins at 8:00AM. Street closures…
Tuesday, December 3, 2013 One of the best ways to keep strong and healthy is by giving. Studies show the health benefits of giving – everything from reducing stress and the risk of heart attack, to sleeping better and strengthening your immune system. Giving has real health benefits – for you and your entire family. [gdlr_space height=”20px”] Join thousands of people across the United States and use this day to give thanks. Get healthier: GIVE! Please…
Benefiting Excellence in Cancer Care Centers at Harris Health Harris County Hospital District Foundation celebrated its Jubilee of Caring gala on Oct10th with the eighth presentation of the Ben Taub Humanitarian Award. The honorees were long-time Houston philanthropists Don and Sidney Faust. Over the years the Fausts have been supporters of Texas Children’s Hospital Cancer Center, Baylor College of Medicine, Harris Health System, and other Texas Medical Center institutions. They established a program of regular…
The Tree of Life is an exceptional artistic rendition of our vision for the Harris County community. The painting was graciously donated by Glen and Judy Smith.The Smiths are known for their philanthropy in support of Northwest Assistance Ministries and BCM Cancer Center, to cite just two of their many charitable endeavors. The Tree of Life painting elicits mindfulness and peaceful reflection on the precious gift of life. The painting will enhance the healing ambiance…
The HCHD Foundation has new friends; Fred and Kay Rahdar owners of Friend’s Pub.Last month was a marvelous time for Kay; she completed her cancer treatment, became US citizen, and celebrated her birthday with a fundraising benefiting the Harris Health System Cancer Resource Center at LBJ Hospital where she received treatment. The Cancer Resource Centers (CRCs) located at the Smith Clinic and LBJ Hospital provide social and emotional support to cancer patients; they have over…
Traffic crashes, many of which involve alcohol and other drugs, are a leading cause of death and serious injury for youth 15 to 19 years of age. Communities around the state are often faced with these tragedies, and many Texas high schools are turning to Shattered Dreams, a youth–led community collaborative program, to prevent more fatalities. Shattered Dreams is an educational experience that reminds us all of the dangers associated with drinking and driving. It…