IMPACT
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Volunteers
Over 50 students engaged in meaningful volunteer work at local homeless shelters, making a direct impact in their communities.
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Donations
Received over 300 donated items from national brands like Sephora, Lush, and more—supporting our mission with high-quality essentials.
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Local
Collected over 700 toiletry items through generous school-led drives, helping meet essential needs in our community.
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Served
Served over 30,000 meals at nonprofit organizations dedicated to supporting individuals experiencing homelessness.
Learn more about
our caring mission
TOUCH Houston (Teen Outreach For The Underserved And Community Homeless) is a nonprofit organization committed to serving the homeless population of our community by providing essential goods and resources. Our mission is to enhance the well-being of those in need by addressing their immediate necessities, fostering a supportive and compassionate environment, and creating opportunities for long-term positive change. We strive to be a beacon of hope, offering relief and empowerment to the vulnerable through our dedicated efforts and community partnerships.
Project Spotlight: Community Haircuts
We partner with local hairstylists who volunteer their time to provide free haircuts for unhoused individuals at The Beacon, a day shelter in downtown Houston.
Our biweekly services reach more than 20 people each week, helping restore dignity and confidence through compassionate care.
HOW YOU can help
Hosting a donation drive at your hospital is a meaningful way to extend support to individuals experiencing homelessness and strengthen community ties. TOUCH Houston will provide a donation bin for your hospital, which we will deliver and later collect once the drive is complete. This streamlined process ensures that your hospital can easily contribute essential goods such as toiletries, socks, and blankets to those in need. Together, we can make a significant impact and support the well-being of our community’s most vulnerable members.
Hospitals
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Organizing a donation drive at your business is a fantastic way to get involved in community support. TOUCH Houston will provide a donation bin for your business, deliver it, and arrange for pickup once the drive is complete. This simple process allows your team to easily contribute essential items such as toiletries, socks, and blankets to those in need. Your business’s participation can make a significant impact, helping us provide crucial support to individuals experiencing homelessness and fostering a culture of generosity and community engagement.
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Starting a donation drive at your school is a wonderful way to support individuals experiencing homelessness and foster a spirit of community service. TOUCH Houston will assist by providing a donation bin that we will drop off at your school. We will also handle the pickup of the bin once your drive is complete, making the process easy and seamless. By organizing a donation drive, your school can contribute essential goods like toiletries, socks, and blankets to those in need, helping to make a meaningful difference in our community
We are a 501(c)(3) orgANIZATION; All donations are tax-deductible.
Donations Accepted
Blankets
We welcome donations of new and gently used blankets to support people experiencing homelessness. A warm blanket offers comfort and protection, particularly during colder months, and can make a profound difference in the lives of individuals in need. Whether new or gently used, your contribution plays a crucial role in helping us provide essential support to those who are most vulnerable.
Toiletries
We welcome donations of new toiletries to support individuals experiencing homelessness. Items such as soap, shampoo, toothpaste, and other personal care products are essential for maintaining hygiene and overall well-being. By contributing these new toiletries, you can help us provide the basic necessities that are crucial for health, comfort, and restoring a sense of dignity to those in need.
FOOD
We are seeking donations of fresh produce, dry goods, and/or prepared food to aid our community’s homeless population. Nutritious meals provide comfort, nourishment, and hope to individuals in need. By donating food, you can help us ensure that everyone has access to necessities essential for health and well-being. Every contribution, no matter how small, helps us extend a helping hand to those who need it most.