Houston, Texas · Established 2019

Bringing Philanthropists and Faith-Based Nonprofits Together

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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501(c)3Nonprofit
24Nonprofits Per Symposium
Houston& Galveston Region
Next Gathering

Eyes on Me: Community Center Tour

Thursday, October 15, 2026 · 2:00 – 3:00 PM
Eyes on Me Community Center, Brookshire

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ACE ScholarshipsSan José ClinicMemorial Assistance MinistriesSmall Steps Nurturing CenterLiving Water InternationalThe LandingCy-HopeBe An AngelCHRISTUS Foundation for HealthcareHolocaust Museum HoustonGratia PlenaAnchor PointSt. John Paul II FoundationHouston’s Amazing PlaceSEARCH Homeless ServicesNorthwest Assistance MinistriesSoléAna StablesMagnificat HouseGracewoodWorkFaith ConnectionSociety of St. Vincent de PaulCristo Rey Jesuit High School

Our Mission

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.

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.

Downtown Houston skyline seen across Buffalo Bayou Park Serving the Houston–Galveston Region
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What We Do

HPC brings philanthropists together through dinners, nonprofit symposia, and giving circles, all in a no-pressure environment that respects each philanthropist’s privacy.

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Philanthropist Dinners

Our first Philanthropist Dinner took place in April 2019. These dinners are an opportunity for like-minded philanthropists to socialize and share their experiences and visions for philanthropy in Houston.

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Nonprofit Symposium

Our annual nonprofit symposia allow philanthropists to get to know a large number of faith-based nonprofits all in one day in a no-pressure environment — a safe space for philanthropists and nonprofit representatives alike.

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Giving Circles

Focused gatherings on the issues facing our city — from community mental health to human trafficking — where experts and funders explore what meaningful solutions look like in practice.

Houston Philanthropy Circle Nonprofit Symposium University of St. Thomas

Our Nonprofit Symposia

We hosted our first Nonprofit Symposium at the University of St. Thomas in Houston, Texas which was highly successful and brought together philanthropists with 24 faith-based non-profits presenting their mission in areas of Education, Healthcare, Family & Faith and Social Services & Resiliency.

While partnering with many philanthropic groups, our mission is to bring more philanthropists together to make a transformative difference in these nonprofits who are reaching out to the underserved in the Houston–Galveston region.

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There are thousands of us nonprofits, and it can be very difficult to get in front of people to give your message. It’s great to have a safe space for both nonprofits and philanthropists.

Ruth Githumbi — Development Director, Living Water International
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The most important thing you are going to see is how many charities are in Houston, Texas.

Al Clay — Philanthropist
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Philanthropy has always been about vision, leadership, and courage — the courage to step into difficult places and say, “We will make a difference.”

Lanson B. Jones, Jr. — In the Circle

Please Join Us

Eyes on Me: Community Center Tour

A ministry tour of the Eyes on Me Community Center in Brookshire

Thursday, October 15, 2026 · 2:00 – 3:00 PM Eyes on Me Community Center · 4010 4th St, Brookshire, TX 77423
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The Houston Philanthropy Circle hosted a ministry tour of the Eyes on Me Community Center in Brookshire. Eyes on Me (EOM) has been working in the Greater Houston Area for the past 18 years, serving more than 20,000 Houstonians in 2025, and seeks to transform communities through intense discipleship, mentorship and service to at-risk youth and families.

Hosted By

Nam Baek

HPC Board Treasurer, with Dennis Turnipseed (CEO) and Bobby Herring (Founder), Eyes on Me

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.