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About the Circle

Founded in 2019 by philanthropists and foundations who believe in the impact of partnering together.

Who We Are

Formed by several philanthropists and foundations, we believe in the impact philanthropists can make when partnering together to make a difference.

Founded in 2019, the Houston Philanthropy Circle is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization based in Houston, Texas. EIN 84-3742407. HPC will not sell or make its donor list public to any outside group.

The mission of the Houston Philanthropy Circle is to empower philanthropists with networking opportunities amongst their peers as well as to introduce nonprofits to this donor community.

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Our Values

Generosity

We believe in the transformative difference philanthropists can make for nonprofits reaching out to the underserved in the Houston–Galveston region.

Privacy

We do not share philanthropist contact information with participating nonprofits or any outside groups or individuals.

Peer Connection

Dinners and gatherings give like-minded philanthropists room to share experiences and their visions for philanthropy in Houston.

No Pressure

Nonprofits present their missions in a no-pressure environment. Attendees face no solicitation for donations.

HPC One-Pager

Download the official Houston Philanthropy Circle one-pager to share with your board, your family foundation, or a nonprofit you would like to see at a future symposium.

HPC One-Pager · PDF

HPC will not sell or make its donor list public to any outside group. We do not share philanthropist contact info with the participating nonprofits or any outside groups or individuals, so it is a safe space for both philanthropists and nonprofit representatives alike.

Participants learn about multiple organizations in one afternoon rather than scheduling individual meetings. Site visits are available, though attendees face no solicitation for donations.

Founded in 2019, the Houston Philanthropy Circle is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization based in Houston, Texas. EIN 84-3742407. Mail may be addressed to PO Box 980593, Houston, TX 77098.

Get Involved

Whether you are a philanthropist looking to connect with peers, or a faith-based nonprofit seeking an audience for your mission, we would like to hear from you.