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Real-time air quality for Houston's environmental justice communities. Current citywide AQI: 85 (Moderate) as of Feb 22, 2026. Sources: aqicn.org, TCEQ, Air Alliance Houston, NRDC.

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Live bayou water levels from USGS stream gauges across Houston. Gage heights update every 15 minutes. Data is critical during heavy rain — know your nearest bayou.

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Key indicators from the Kinder Institute 2025 State of Housing, 45th Houston Area Survey, Census ACS, and Good Reason Houston. Real data on affordability, climate risk, and economic mobility.

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Compudopt

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.

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Civics 101 – Civics for Life

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.

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Kids Discover Online

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.

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