As schools cut arts programming, after-school and community-based programs fill critical gaps—especially in low-income areas. These programs offer young people creative spaces to build confidence, joy, cultural pride, and future pathways Wallace Foundation. The report shows arts are not a luxury—they’re a vital part of youth wellness and civic growth.

Addiction is not just an individual crisis—it’s a community crisis. This book offers a practical roadmap for how neighborhoods, cities, and service systems can step up to become safe, supportive environments for recovery. It centers lived experience, shared leadership, and systemic change as key components of healing.

Litter and pollution don’t just harm the environment — they threaten public health, strain municipal budgets, and affect everyday Texans. By focusing on upstream systems like packaging responsibility and recycling infrastructure, Texans for Clean Water works toward long-term, sustainable solutions that benefit people and the planet.

Most environmental policies are shaped without the voices of communities most impacted. Agents of Change shifts that balance by empowering underrepresented scholars to lead in media, science, and policymaking—redefining power, participation, and truth in public health and environmental spaces.

How You Can Help

Volunteers are essential to Compudopt’s mission! Whether you're tech-savvy or simply passionate about equity and education, there’s a place for you.

Volunteer Roles

• Device Prep & Inventory: Clean, test, and prepare donated computers for distribution

• Distribution Events: Help manage community events where families receive computers

• Tech Support: Assist with basic digital literacy instruction and setup

• Mentorship & Training: Teach computer skills to youth or adults

• Coding & Tech Education: Support instruction in workforce programs or youth coding camps

Why It Matters

The digital divide isn't just about internet access—it's about opportunity. Millions of families lack the devices or digital literacy needed to thrive in today’s society. Compudopt removes those barriers through computer distribution, digital skills training, and workforce development programs. This work is foundational to equity in education, employment, and civic participation—especially in underserved communities.

Millions of Americans lack a working knowledge of how government functions or what their civic responsibilities entail. Civics 101 meets this challenge head-on with fast, foundational lessons that help people of all ages—from students to retirees—understand the systems that shape their daily lives. With trust in institutions declining and polarization rising, resources like Civics 101 play a vital role in rebuilding civic competence and confidence.

Informed citizens start young. Kids Discover Online provides engaging, age-appropriate content that helps students understand systems, history, and science—all essential foundations for civic readiness. From ancient civilizations to climate change and democracy, Kids Discover connects learning to the real world, building civic awareness and critical thinking from a young age.

Why It Matters

In a time of collective uncertainty, fostering personal and community resilience is vital to well-being and civic health. This session supports mental wellness, adaptive thinking, and community empowerment—key components of a thriving, connected society.

In an era of media saturation and growing political distrust, Braver Angels invites you to a Fishbowl-style conversation exploring how we make sense of the truth. This dynamic and respectful dialogue offers an opportunity for people from across the political spectrum to wrestle with questions like:

• Why is trust in the media breaking down?

• What roles do traditional and alternative media play in shaping opinion?

• How can citizens find truth and resist manipulation?

Participants will rotate into an inner “fishbowl” circle to share insights, while others actively listen and learn.

This is a space for curiosity, not combat.

Houston's diverse and dynamic landscape presents both opportunities and challenges. Impact Hub Houston addresses these by fostering a collaborative environment where social entrepreneurs can thrive. By providing resources, mentorship, and a global network, they enable changemakers to develop solutions that are not only innovative but also equitable and sustainable.

Rock the Block is a perfect example of community-rooted action that reflects Change Lab values of belonging, mutual aid, and public celebration of civic life. This event helps fulfill goals across several Change Lab pathways—such as Attend a Civic Meetup, Volunteer with a Cause, and Share Your Story—and demonstrates how faith-based institutions can anchor civic connection and neighborhood resilience.