In-door/out door activities for boys aged 6 - 18; value based curriculum and educational focus

Higher Education; An opportunity institution for every student we serve.

NEW BEGINNINGS SCHOLARSHIP: Criteria for Selection:
Applicant must be female who has had a break or interruption in her education
Applicant must be a resident of Fort Bend County
Applicant must be currently enrolled or accepted into two or four year college or university or an accredited vocational school which has been approved and accredited by the State of Texas. Transcript must be submitted with application. If accepted but have not begun work toward degree, applicant should submit letter of acceptance.
Applicant must have financial need, as interpreted by the Beneficiary Review Committee; two letters of recommendation (from non family members) and submit an essay
Please see FBJSL website for application. Deadline is February 1, 2012

Food Pantry;Financial Assistance, Food Fair; Back to School Supplies; Holiday Baskets and Resale Shop

Providing crisis intervention, case management, counseling, educational outreach, job placement assistance, housing assistance, and whatever is needed to help a survivor of domestic violence or sexual assault become safe and self-sufficient. To be eligible for programs, clients must be survivors of domestic abuse(physical, emotional, verbal) or sexual assault. Work to help women and their children remain self-sufficient so that they never have to return to an abusive relationship.

Execution of mentoring programs, including both community-based and school-based programs. Children with a Big Brother or Big Sister are more likely to graduate from high school, less likely to begin using drugs, begin using alcohol or engage in negative conflict.

To provide a Christian Home for children from families in crisis.

We bring children in crisis together with "Horses as Healers" to bring hope for a brighter future, healing and a sense of purpose to the children we serve.

Sports; Children's wellness; Aquatics, Adventure Guides

Nonprofit ecumenical housing ministry that seeks to eliminate poverty housing and homelessness in Fort Bend County by building simple quality homes with help of partner families

Shelter and counseling for homelss and at-risk youth

Wellness Center;Youth Programs; Family Activities;

Link those in need to mental health & substance abuse providers; advocate for those suffering from mental illness

WCJC ABE conducts Adult Basic Education and Adult Secondary classes throughout Fort Bend, Colorado Matagorda, and Wharton counties. Our program delivers instruction for GED preparation; improves basic academic skills such as reading, math, and writing; and develops speaking and writing communication skills for ESL students. WCJC Adult Basic Education offers courses during the day and evenings to accommodate busy schedules. All instructional services, including books, are free.

Helps economically disadvantaged elementary students to succeed in school through tutoring, homework assistance and parental support

The Coca-Cola Scholars Program annually awards 50 scholarships of $20,000 each and 200 scholarships of $10,000 each to current or home school seniors. Selection is based upon character, personal merit and commitment. Merit is demonstrated through leadership in school, civic and extracurricular activities, academic achievement, and motivation to serve and succeed. Visit website for details. Applications available online after Labor day each academic year.

Deadline October 31 of student's senior year.

Help homeless families with children return to the community & self-sufficiency; services are available for clients of Fort Bend Family Promise only.

English-as-a-2nd-language for adults (18+) In homes where the parents do NOT speak English, the children are at higher risk of dropping out. Parents can't help with or monitor homework; can't communicate with teachers, and thus don't have the ability to effectively prevent dropping out.

Substance abuse treatment for teens and adults

Academic tutoring and art, music and dance lessons