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Melissa Toon

Melissa Toon will transition from her role as President and CEO of the Central Fort Bend Chamber to serve as Director of Special Programs with The George Foundation.

RICHMOND, Texas – The Central Fort Bend Chamber and The George Foundation jointly announce that Melissa Toon will conclude her service as President and CEO of the Central Fort Bend Chamber to accept the role of Director of Special Programs with The George Foundation. The transition reflects a shared commitment between two respected community organizations ... Read more

We are YIP!

The George Foundation hosted the 28th annual Youth in Philanthropy (YIP) Luncheon celebrating 180 students from 26 Fort Bend high schools The YIP students worked six Saturdays with 39 Fort Bend non-profits, and as a result of their efforts, the YIP students awarded $88,000 in grants to these community organizations. Seventy-five members of the YIP ... Read more

Empowering the Next Generation of Leaders

The Youth in Philanthropy (YIP) program at The George Foundation continues to shape the next generation of changemakers across Fort Bend County. Designed as an immersive, hands-on experience, YIP brings together high school students to explore philanthropy, strengthen leadership skills, and engage directly with the nonprofit organizations serving their community. In 2026, the program saw ... Read more

National Children’s Dental Health Month

National Children’s Dental Health Month is an important reminder that preventive oral health care lays the foundation for lifelong health, confidence, and opportunity. In Fort Bend County, community health partners are advancing access to essential dental services for children and supporting families with education, prevention, and clinical care. Casa El Buen Samaritano integrates compassionate dental ... Read more
2025 Grants By Program Area

The George Foundation awards over $20 million in Charitable Support in 2025

The George Foundation recently announced that it provided more than $ 20 million in charitable support during 2025. In line with its charitable mission of over 80 years in Fort Bend County, we continue to give to strengthen the health, education, and well-being of Fort Bend County residents. This charitable support includes not just grants ... Read more
Diverse People

Fort Bend County Community Health Assessment

The Fort Bend County Community Health Assessment, conducted by Rice University’s Kinder Institute for Urban Research in collaboration with the UTHealth Houston School of Public Health, provides a comprehensive, data-driven snapshot of health and well-being across our rapidly growing and diverse county. Drawing on responses from nearly 3,500 residents and weighted to reflect the county’s ... Read more

School’s Out for Summer!  

It’s summertime! While kids need downtime and a vacation from school, structured activities during the summer are crucial to prevent them from engaging in risk factors associated with free time and reduced supervision. This month, we highlight a few of our grantee partners who provide summer programming that offers exposure and exploration of new experiences, ... Read more
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Fort Bend’s Impactful Women in Non-Profits

In recognition of women’s contributions to history, culture, and society, Congress passed a resolution in 1987 designating March as Women’s History Month. Since then, every March, the United States has celebrated Women’s History Month, highlighting the accomplishments and contributions of women in various fields such as science, politics, literature, art, and activism. Fort Bend County ... Read more
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