Stories of Impact

Share-A-Book Club Founders of the Fort Bend County Library System

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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Green Thumbs Cultivate Community 

Fresh vegetables are proven to have a myriad of health and nutritional benefits. However, for many Fort Bend families, fresh produce is not an option due to limited financial resources.   Michael and Lorraine Streeb recognized this dilemma and decided to do something about it.   The couple’s passion for gardening and community service led ... Read more
Fort Bend Seniors Meals on Wheels receives grant from The George Foundation

Fort Bend Seniors Meals on Wheels receives grant from The George Foundation

Fort Bend Seniors Meals on Wheels recently received a $100,000 grant from The George Foundation, which the organization will use to combat food insecurity and social isolation among seniors and aid in expanding the program’s reach to even more vulnerable seniors in Fort Bend County. The George Foundation, a philanthropic organization dedicated to supporting the well-being ... Read more