http://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/398/Neighborhood+Centers+to+Help+20+DREAMers+Apply+for++Deferred+Action+for+Childhood+Arrivals.aspxMonty & Ramirez LLP-Sponsored forum brings critical services to Houston immigrantsTue, 07 May 2013 16:43:24 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/397/Neighborhood+Centers+in+the+Harvard+Business+Review.aspxMany of you know that at Neighborhood Centers we believe the key to effective human capital is finding those who can figure it out. Now, we’re honored that General Electric and the Harvard Business Review are following this model too.Tue, 23 Apr 2013 19:48:40 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/396/Emerging+Leaders+Summer+Program+Brought+to+you+by+Neighborhood+Centers.aspxLooking for something fun, educational and inspirational for your kids to do this summer? Look no further than Neighborhood Centers' Emerging Leaders Summer Program!Fri, 19 Apr 2013 20:02:45 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/395/Neighborhood+Tax+Centers+Offer+Free+Tax+Preparation+Services+.aspxFifth consecutive year Houston-area families can receive all the money they earnedTue, 02 Apr 2013 16:09:32 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/394/Neighborhood+Centers+President+and+CEO+receives+honor.aspxNational Council of Jewish Women (NCJW) (Greater Houston Section) honors Angela Blanchard Tue, 19 Mar 2013 18:18:20 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/393/Neighborhood+Centers%2c+City+of+Houston+Honor+Houstonians.aspxFour inspiring individuals were honored for their efforts to make Houston a better place for its residents not just today, but in the future.Thu, 14 Mar 2013 18:05:19 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/392/Neighborhood+Centers+Inspires+Movement+to+Build+Better+Communities.aspxMayor Parker, Houston leaders celebrate For Good Movement at City Hall Wed, 27 Feb 2013 22:56:50 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/390/Neighborhood+Centers+Issues+Call+to+Action%2c+Inspires+Movement.aspxMayor Parker, Houston leaders to celebrate For Good Movement at City HallTue, 26 Feb 2013 15:04:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/389/Heart+of+Gold+Celebrates+Another+Year+of+Record-Breaking+Work.aspxHouston’s largest nonprofit honors Welcome Wilson Sr. and Welcome Wilson Jr. Thu, 07 Feb 2013 14:56:16 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/387/New+Mural+to+be+Unveiled+at+Ripley+House+Neighborhood+Center.aspxThe Orange Show Center for Visionary Art and Neighborhood Centers Inc are proud to unveil their newest mural, “Nuestra Familia, Nuestra Comunidad,” installed at Ripley House Neighborhood Center.Mon, 28 Jan 2013 14:28:02 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/388/Earned+Income+Tax+Credit+(EITC)+and+Free+Tax+Preparations.aspxUnited Way of Greater Houston and Neighborhood Tax Centers Reminder: Free Tax PreparationsMon, 28 Jan 2013 14:44:44 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/385/MLK+Day+of+Service.aspxMore than 100 Shell employees and their families will join with more than 200 Neighborhood Centers students and seniors to celebrate King Day of Service...Fri, 18 Jan 2013 22:38:59 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/381/Is+My+Child+Ready%3f.aspxIn January 2013, Houston A+ Challenge, the City of Houston, Neighborhood Centers, FamiliesEmpowered and dozens of other local parent/family nonprofit groups and local school districts will launch "Is My Child Ready?"Mon, 07 Jan 2013 18:19:45 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/380/Four+For+Good.aspxNeighborhood Centers Launches Awards Program Recognizing Individuals Dedicated to Improving Communities Nonprofit to Name Inaugural “Four. FOR GOOD.” Thu, 03 Jan 2013 20:10:08 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/379/Philanthropy+Spotlight+on+Heather+Simpson.aspxWe catch up with Heather Simpson to discuss what inspires her to give.Wed, 12 Dec 2012 18:20:55 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/378/TXU+Energy+Turkey+Trot+Sets+New+Participation%2c+Fund-Raising+Records.aspxMore than 15,000 people gathered for 20th annual event benefiting Sheltering Arms Senior ServicesThu, 06 Dec 2012 16:21:02 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/377/Investing+in+What+Works.aspxAngela Blanchard contributes essay to important new book on eliminating povertyTue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/374/ARAMARK+A+Strategic+Health+and+Wellness+Partner.aspxARAMARK investment totals more than $1 million in grants, in-kind donations, and volunteer support to benefit Houston familiesTue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/375/Congratulations+Chevron!.aspxWe want to congratulate Chevron on National Philanthropy DayTue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/372/Breaking+ground+on+our+newest+Neighborhood+Center.aspxThis weekend, we broke ground on the Leonel Castillo Neighborhood Center, our newest community center on Houston's Near Northside.Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/371/Come+hear+what+Susan+Dreyfus+and+Angela+Blanchard+have+to+say.aspxMedia are invited to attend this presentation and interview Alliance President and CEO Susan Dreyfus and Neighborhood Centers President and CEO Angela Blanchard, 3:00–5:00 p.m. on November 8 at the Baker-Ripley Neighborhood Center, 6500 Rookin, Houston.Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/370/Houston+Chronicle+Champions+Neighborhood+Centers%e2%80%99+Impact.aspxThe Houston Chronicle did an Editorial Piece on our history and how we work. Take a look!Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/368/Neighborhood+Centers+helps+seniors+get+around.aspxNeighborhood Centers’ new “TRIP” transportation program helps seniors with disabilities who live in the Houston urbanized area.Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/364/Neighborhood+Centers+and+Nike+have+something+in+common.aspxAngela Blanchard is named a member of "Generation Flux"Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/363/Olympic+bronze+medalist+Announced+as+Grand+Marshal+of+the+TXU+Energy+Turkey+Trot.aspxWe are very excited about our Grand Marshal this year. Read more!Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/362/New+and+Improved+TXU+Energy+Turkey+Trot+Course+Map+Unveiled+Today.aspxWe listened to feedback from runners and have an exciting new course map for the 2012 TXU Energy Turkey Trot.Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/359/Promise+Community+School+District+honored+for+the+third+year+in+a+row.aspxOur work transforming communities for good through academic excellence have once again been recognized by the State of Texas. Read more!Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/360/Join+the+For+Good+Movement!.aspxNeighborhood Centers wants YOU to join the For Good movement. Learn more on October 18th at our informal networking event To promote career opportunitiesTue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/356/There+are+a+lot+of+great+things+happening.++Here's+the+latest.aspxOur Summer 2012 Newsletter is up. Read all about what we have been up to this summer!Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/353/Sheltering+Arms+Day+Center+to+benefit+from+10th+Anniversary+Charity+Golf+Classic+.aspxParsley Family Names Dementia Day Center as the Recipient for their 10th Anniversary Charity Golf Classic Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/351/Ripley+House+Middle+School+Grand+Opening.aspxNonprofit Hosts Middle School Grand Opening and Community CelebrationTue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/349/Neighborhood+Centers+invited+to+speak+at+the+White+House+Forum+on+Urban+Innovation.aspxAngela Blanchard has been invited to speak at the White House on August 27th. Read more!Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/350/Promise+Community+School+District+is+hiring!.aspxInterested in joining us? Come check out our Job Fair to join the team!Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/348/Important+Update+for+DREAMers+regarding+Deferred+Action+Program.aspxRead about how the Deferred Action Program will impact you and how Neighborhood Centers can help for good.Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/331/Converting+Burgers+to+Bucks.aspxA new burger restaurant is all about building locally and giving back locally. Help them support us, February 18.Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/339/A+Heart+of+Gold+to+Remember.aspxView photos from this year's record-breaking celebration.Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/340/I+Am+Houston+-+Future.aspxWatch as a 16 year-old, 18 year-old and a hilarious group of 6 year-olds share their thoughts on Houston's future.Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/338/Public+Hearing+Notice.aspxNeighborhood Centers Inc, Choices in Education, Promise Community School will host a public hearing on its 2011 financial management reports.Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/332/I+Got+My+Husband+Back.aspxThe Garcias are one example of hundreds of success stories that are made possible through Neighborhood Senior Centers. Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/333/Heart+of+Gold+-+February+8.aspxNeighborhood Centers' annual Heart of Gold Celebration will honor those that help build vibrant communities in Houston.Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/327/Charitable+IRA+Rollover+Extension+Ends+2011.aspxDecember 31, 2011 is the last day to take advantage of the Charitable IRA Rollover extension.Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/330/Volunteers+Dedicated+to+Bringing+Money+Back+to+Houston.aspx1,000 volunteers are expected to train for Neighborhood Tax Centers' 2012 season.Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/326/Festive+Cheer+is+Here!.aspxDonate gifts or volunteer your time to make holiday activities a wonderful time for families!Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/329/Healthy+Houston+Kids+Art+Giveaway.aspxThe blog Healthy Houston Kids is giving away an original art piece created by our youth participants. Contest ends Saturday!Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/325/Share+Stories+of+Houston+Innovation.aspxEnjoy a cold one and share your love of Houston innovation Thursday December 8 at Bar Munich. Hosted by Young Neighbors.Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/328/TXU+Energy+Turkey+Trot+Completes+a+Successful+19th+Year.aspxWith 12,425 runners, the Galleria was full of foot traffic early Thanksgiving morning.Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/324/Run+for+Fun+and+Seniors!.aspxThe 19th annual TXU Energy Turkey Trot is Thanksgiving day.Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/319/3rd+Annual+Citizenship+Week.aspxNeighborhood Centers is proud to help celebrate the many faces of Houston.Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/323/Higher+Performing+School+Recognizition.aspxPromise Community Schools - Ripley House campus recognized as a 2011 NCEA Higher Performing SchoolTue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/321/Many+Look+to+Neighborhood+Centers+for+a+Boost.aspxEducation leaders from all over the state are joining forces and flexing their innovation muscle at the Texas Education Center Summit in Houston this week.Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/322/Ambassadors+for+a+Cause.aspxMark and Julia DeWalch lead others in building vibrant communities with Neighborhood Centers.Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/320/Volunteers+Needed+for+TXU+Energy+Turkey+Trot.aspxJoin us to be a part of a successful Houston tradition!Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/318/%22You+Can't+Build+on+Broken%22+.aspxAn article in The Huffington Post features President and CEO Angela Blanchard and why you can't build on broken.Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/316/Congratulations!.aspxOur youth program participants, along with President and CEO Angela Blanchard, received recognition at the Alliance and UNCA 2011 National Conference. Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/315/A+Celebration+of+Hearts+%7e+Minds.aspxView photos from the annual event supporting vibrant communities.Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/314/Promise+Community+Schools.aspxBeginning the School Year Off Right!Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/313/Capital+One+Supports+Neighborhood+Centers'+Youth.aspxA significant investment will go to support teens.Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/310/One+Year+Later.aspxGulfton's Baker-Ripley campus has helped create a positive future for its neighbors.Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/311/Outfitting+Students.aspxChevron helps students prepare for school for the ninth year in a row.Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/312/22%2c000+and+Counting!.aspxHealth came first this summer during Back-to-School Health Fairs.Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/305/Gulfton+Promise+Education+Rally.aspxAn event that promises to inspire teachers! Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/306/A+Hot+Art+Summer.aspxA silent art auction recognizes the talent of youth and gives Young Neighbors a brand new experience.Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/307/Revitalizing+a+Neighborhood+Begins+with+a+Strong+School.aspxNeighborhood Centers along with Sec. Arne Duncan present at the Neighborhood Revitalization Conference in Washington D.C.Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/304/Building+Vibrant+Communities.aspxNeighborhood Centers looks at emerging neighborhoods and sees amazing promise in communities and individuals.Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/303/Create+a+Community+Garden+with+HTown+Bingo.aspxCommunity garden projects have a great way of bringing neighbors together no matter the age or skill level.Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/302/Sheltering+Arms+Senior+Services.aspxSheltering Arms Senior Services & Neighborhood Centers Inc. Combine Operations to Better Serve Houston-Area Seniors.Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/301/Introducing+Young+Neighbors.aspxHouston's New Storytellers.Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/300/Gulfton+Student+Maps+His+Future+in+a+Promise+Neighborhood+.aspx"I want to be a veterinarian," the smiling ninth-grader, Danny Sosa, confidently tells the world.Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/297/A+%2437+Million+Impact+on+Houston+.aspxThe 2010-2011 tax season resulted in $37 million in refunds returned to Neighborhood Tax Centers clients.Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/295/Neighborhood+Centers+Leader+Wins+National+Award+for+Innovation.aspxAngela Blanchard, president and CEO of Neighborhood Centers, has been honored by ARAMARK and partners with the 2011 ‘Building Community’ Innovation Award.Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/298/Promise+Neighborhood+Rock+the+Block.aspx140 teens descended on the Baker-Ripley Campus for the first "Rock the Block" event.Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/291/The+Clock+is+Ticking.aspxWith this year’s tax deadline falling on April 18, there are a few extra days to file your taxes for free at any of the 17 Neighborhood Tax Centers’ locations in the Greater Houston area.Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/292/In+the+Spotlight.aspxSince 2007, Gene has volunteered at more than 30 Immigration Forums and now works to train other volunteers to assist people in need. Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/293/15th+Annual+ARAMARK+STAR+Team+Golf+Tournament.aspxHave a Swinging Good Time for Neighborhood Centers!Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/294/The+Promise+of+Youth.aspxIf you’re looking for someone to guide you through the potential of a Promise Neighborhood, Celeste Carpio will gladly lead the way.Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/288/A+Winning+Heart+of+Gold.aspxA successful luncheon recognized George and Laura Pontikes and premiered the "I Am Houston" short film. Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/289/Visions+of+a+Promise+Neighborhood.aspxMaria Isabel Carbajal has a clear picture of the pivotal roles that she and other Gulfton/Sharpstown residents will play in the success of the Promise Neighborhood initiative aimed at their community.Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/287/A+Wonderful+Heart+of+Gold+Celebration+2011.aspxA successful luncheon recognized George and Laura Pontikes and premiered the "I Am Houston" short film.Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/277/Free+Tax+Help+with+Neighborhood+Tax+Centers.aspxLearn about free tax prep services at 17 locations in Houston, Pasadena, Clear Lake and Stafford!Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/286/Thinking+Globally%2c+Acting+Locally.aspxBehind every community there’s a story, and for an international city like Houston that means many stories.Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/285/Free+Tax+Prep+and+a+Pie...+SWEET!.aspxSecond annual Pie Day generates awareness for free tax preparation service.Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/278/December+email+newsletter+-+Festive+Cheer+is+Happening+Here!.aspxTue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/276/Making+Success+its+Business.aspxThe Houston Chronicle features Baker-Ripley Neighborhood Center and the Gulfton area.Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/274/November+email+newsletter+-+Making+a+Difference.aspxTue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/270/Festive+Cheer+is+Happening+Here!.aspxShop. Donate. Party. View the Holiday Events Around the Neighborhood.Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/271/Turning+Classrooms+into+Newsrooms+and+Students+to+Reporters.aspxPromise Community School and 713News partner to mentor future media professionals Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/272/Taking+the+World's+Best+into+Houston's+Neighborhoods.aspxSociety for the Performing Arts and Neighborhood Centers Inc. partner to introduce the arts to hundreds of area adults and children Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/247/You're+Invited+to+Our+Heart+of+Gold+Celebration.aspxRegistration is now open for our annual luncheon. Join Houston's business, community and philanthropic leaders on February 24th, 2011.Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/261/Recognizing+Outstanding+Volunteers++.aspxBoasting 2,600 dedicated volunteers is a true fortune and it’s a challenge when it comes down to selecting the outstanding volunteers of the year – they’re all great. Congratulations to the Neighborhood Centers Outstanding Volunteers of 2010. Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/260/Houston's+Promise+Neighborhood+Among+Top+U.S.+Picks+for+Education+Grant+.aspxNeighborhood Centers Inc. is the recipient of a $500,000 Promise Neighborhood grant awarded by the U.S. Department of education, and that focuses on neighborhood transformation through the improvement of educational outcomes for children. Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/269/Baker-Ripley+Neighborhood+Center+Opens+in+Style++.aspxHouston’s cultural richness came to life at the Baker-Ripley Neighborhood Center grand opening celebration in September.Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/259/Visionaries.aspxWe welcome you to explore what it means to be a Visionary and support individual neighborhoods and their residents. Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/273/September+Email+Newsletter+-+Baker-Ripley+Festival.aspxTue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/258/Watch+the+Clip%3a+Help+for+Families+in+Southwest+Houston.aspxABC 13 introduces the new Baker-Ripley Neighborhood Center.Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/256/Baker-Ripley+Neighborhood+Center+Grand+Opening+Festival+Photos.aspxOn September 25th we celebrated The World in Your Neighborhood at Baker-Ripley. View photos and video clips from the festival!Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/257/Neighborhood+Centers+Awarded+Promise+Neighborhood+Planning+Grant.aspxThe U.S. Department of Education awarded $500,000 to Neighborhood Centers Inc. through the Promise Neighborhood Grant to support Neighborhood Centers’ work in the Gulfton community and fund community education efforts through a partnership-focused model.Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/255/August+Newsletter+-+A+Summer+Experience+to+Remember.aspxTue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/355/Summer+2012+Newsletter.aspxIt's been a busy summer at Neighborhood Centers Inc. Check out what we have been up to.Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/254/Mark+Your+Calendar+%7e+Celebrate+the+World+in+Your+Neighborhood.aspxThe opening of the new Baker-Ripley Neighborhood Center is September 25th!Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/251/Year+in+Review.aspx"Making the Impossible Possible." View The Neighborhood Centers Year in Review (PDF).Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/249/Engaging+Community+Toolkit.aspxNow Available: A Toolkit for Building Healthy and Resilient CommunitiesTue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/252/Health+Fairs+Provide+Healthy+Start+to+the+New+School+Year.aspxThousands of children and parents get a healthy jump start to the new school year at the annual Neighborhood Centers Back-to-School Health fair series.Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/253/A+Summer+Experience+to+Remember.aspxNeighborhood Centers' interns spent their summers in a way that proved beneficial for themselves and the community. Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/250/July+Newsletter+-+Back+to+School+and+Back+to+the+Future.aspxTue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/246/Back-to-School+Health+Fairs.aspxIt's that time again! Free immunizations, school supplies and services are available at six upcoming Health Fairs.Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/248/Chevron+Preps+Houston+Students.aspxWith the start of a new school year in the midst, Neighborhood Centers and Chevron gear up once again for the annual Khakis and Collars school supply and uniform event in August.Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/244/SUNNY+FUTURES+Healthy+Start+Places+First+in+U.S.+.aspxThis June the Neighborhood Centers SUNNY FUTURES Healthy Start’s postpartum-care model received recognition in Washington D.C. Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/245/Seniors+Share+Their+Visions+of+Success+and+Build+Community.aspxMore than 100 seniors shared their visions, dreams, and goals for their Fifth-Ward community.Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/243/May+Email+Newsletter+-+Volunteers+Bring+Houston+%2435+Million.aspxTue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/241/The+Value+of+Our+Volunteers.aspxVolunteers at Neighborhood Tax Centers brought $35 million back to Houston residents.Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/240/Expanding+Citizenship+Assistance.aspxImmigration & Citizenship Assistance Program Receives a Grant from Houston Endowment Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/239/Recognizing+Devotion.aspxWinnie Colley, a Senior Center Specialist at the Golden Age Hobby House Senior Center, was awarded the annual Ready for Life Award.Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/242/April+Email+Newsletter+-+Count+Us+In!.aspxTue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/236/Time+Saved%2c+Money+Earned.aspxLeAnna Goudeau Discovers the Reward of the Neighborhood Tax Centers Program.Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/237/Count+Us+In!.aspxNeighborhood Centers teams up with the city of Houston to support the 2010 Census. Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/238/March+Email+Newsletter+-+Ms.+Bell+Comes+Home.aspxTue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/227/Open+Enrollment+for+the+2010-2011+School+Year.aspxNow's the time to consider enrolling your child in a Early Head Start school.Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/228/'Around+the+Neighborhood'+Photo+Contest+Winners+Announced.aspxNeighborhood Centers’ first ever online photo contest came to a close this month with the announcement of Jackson Myers as its first place winner for his photo entitled ‘Sunset at Miller Outdoor Theater’.Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/222/Operation+Welcome+Home.aspxFor more than one year, 61-year old Lorene Bell had been living in a severely damaged home following Hurricane Ike. The house was in such poor condition that it had to be gutted and rebuilt.Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/226/Heart+of+Gold+Celebration+Highlights+%7e+Photo+Gallery.aspxThis year's luncheon included a visit from Houston Mayor Annise Parker and the presentation of the Alice Graham Baker Crusader Award to honoree Trini Mendenhall Sosa.Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/225/New+Vice+President+of+Fund+Development.aspxTue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/224/February+Email+Newsletter.aspxTue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/220/5+Questions+Answered+by+Angela.aspxPresident & CEO, Angela Blanchard answers 5 questions about being CEO, the future of Neighborhood Centers in Houston, and "bunny ears".Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/221/New+Vice+President+of+Community+Based+Initiatives.aspxNeighborhood Centers' welcomes Claudia Vasquez as our new Vice President of Community Based Initiatives. Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/223/January+Email+Newsletter.aspxTue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/218/Houston%3a+Around+the+Neighborhood+Online+Photo+Contest.aspxShow us what makes Houston and Neighborhood Centers Inc. special and win great prizes! Enter by February 26th.Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/219/Support+our+Ideas+for+Change+in+America.aspxVote on our two ideas for Immigration & Disaster Recovery and help Neighborhood Centers make it to Washington DC.Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/216/Season+of+Giving.aspxFrom food drives to toy drives, individuals and families were blessed with surprises in December.Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/217/Neighborhood+Tax+Centers+Offer+Free+Tax+Preparation.aspxWith 20 locations across Houston, Neighborhood Tax Centers offer convenient day, evening and weekend hours for free tax preparation. They can also process refund express loans. Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/214/December+Email+Newsletter.aspxTue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/213/Volunteer+to+Provide+Free+Tax+Help+to+Our+Community.aspxWith your help, in 2010, we will prepare 21,000 returns and claim $25 million for our community. Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/215/November+Email+Newsletter.aspxTue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/211/Holiday+Connections+at+Neighborhood+Centers.aspxConnect with a family or neighborhood during this holiday season!Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/208/Donor+Spotlight+-+Marathon+Oil.aspxMarathon Oil & Public Affairs General Manager Paul Weeditz understand the value of volunteerism.Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/209/How+Your+Tax+Dollars+Help+Your+Neighborhood.aspxAn update on the latest federally funded grants that support your neighbors and community.Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/210/October+Email+Newsletter.aspxTue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/203/Fraga+Legacy+Continues+at+Ripley+House.aspxThe new Community Developer at Ripley House will follow his father's footsteps in serving the East End Community.Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/204/Nathan's+Story+-+A+Letter+from+A+Ripley+House+Parent.aspxNathan and his mother find hope at Ripley HouseTue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/202/Neighborhood+Centers+puts+swine+flu+plans+in+place.aspxKHOU Channel 11 news reports on Neighborhood Centers' extra steps to prepare the agency for the flu season. Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/201/August+Email+Newsletter.aspxTue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/198/Help+needed+before+the+next+storm.aspxFrom the Houston Chronicle, written by Angela Blanchard, Neighborhood Centers President & CEOTue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/200/Stay+Connected+Summer+Newsletter.aspxThe latest news from Stay Connected disaster recovery efforts.Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/195/Donor+Spotlight+-+Chris+Knapp+Supports+the+Entrepreneurial+Spirit.aspxA sense of community and making the most of one’s opportunities really resonate with Chris.Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/196/Neighborhood+Centers+Charter+Schools+Earn+Exemplary+Rating.aspxRipley House Charter School District earned the state’s highest rating – Exemplary – according to the Texas Education Agency’s annual accountability ratings released in July.Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/197/Emerging+Leaders+Reap+Neighborhood+Rewards.aspxCourse participants learn new skills such as how to create a sustainable project that will improve their community.Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/194/July+Email+Newsletter.aspxTue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/192/Donor+Spotlight+-+Ali+Saberioon%2c+Hooked+on+Houston.aspx"When children at the neighborhood center see how much you care about others, it becomes part of their lifestyle. That’s how they learn to be part of the community.”Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/191/Offering+Hope+to+a+Single+Mom.aspxLike thousands of others, Kristy is moving toward a “new normal” and full recovery from Hurricane Ike.Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/189/Awards+and+Recognition.aspxFrom volunteers to partners to employees, our supporters are recognized for all they've accomplished.Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/190/Neighborhood+Centers+and+Chevron+Honored.aspxChevron and Neighborhood Centers Inc. received a joint Leadership in Action Award from Leadership Houston for the Khakis and Collars program that provides school uniforms for children in underserved neighborhoods.Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/188/Neighborhood+Centers+Inc.+Offers+Hope+to+More+People+Affected+by+Hurricane+Ike.aspxStay Connected Texas program expands services to families as ‘09 hurricane season approachesTue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/187/May%2fJune+Email+Newsletter.aspxTue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/181/Donor+Spotlight+-+Isla+Carroll+Turner+Friendship+Trust.aspxNeighborhood Centers and the Isla Carroll Turner Friendship Trust help seniors maintain their independence.Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/182/Neighborhood+Senior+Center+Opens+in+Third+Ward.aspxSeniors in Houston’s Third Ward have a new destination for healthy meals, fitness classes and a variety of educational and social activities.Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/177/Focusing+on+the+Basics+While+Seeking+New+Opportunities.aspxAn update from President and CEO, Angela Blanchard.Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/179/BP+Partners+with+Neighborhood+Centers+to+Help+Hurricane+Victims.aspxThe Stay Connected program is helping families move toward the next stage in the recovery process.Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/178/U.S.+Representative+Al+Green+Visits+Cook+Road+Head+Start.aspxRep. Green visited on April 6th to see how the program is making a difference.Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/185/April+Email+Newsletter.aspxTue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/186/March+Email+Newsletter.aspxTue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMThttp://www.neighborhood-centers.org/en-us/news/174/Staying+Connected+Six+Months+After+Hurricane+Ike.aspxAn update from President and CEO, Angela Blanchard.Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:35:25 GMT