Education & Workforce Foundation
ABOUT THE FOUNDATION
The Foundation helps Chamber members and non-members become more involved with the East End community. Each year the Foundation selects a handful of initiatives, programs, and/or partnerships to advocate.
MISSION
Our Mission is to provide community members with opportunities for Success
VISION
Our Vision is for the East End to be a community where everyone has the tools to build a strong future
VALUES
Opportunity, Connection, Investment, Partnership
BECOME A FRIEND OF THE FOUNDATION
Invest in a student's future today!
Make a tax-deductible donation today and become a proud supporter of Houston's success!
Success in education not only guarantees a future for students but the positive growth of business and community. To continue our support of education in Houston's East End we depend on valuable donations from people like you.
Next Gen Access is about more than technology, it’s about opportunity.
As part of the Houston East End Chamber of Commerce’s 35th Anniversary, we’re launching an initiative to equip high school seniors with the tools they need to succeed in college and beyond.
With $35,000 in matching funds, thanks to Shawn and Wendy Montoya Cloonan, we’re expanding access to laptops and scholarships for students who need it most.
Nearly 40% of college students are first-generation, and many face barriers to accessing basic technology. Together, we can help bridge that gap.
Join us in investing in the next generation. Give at $35, $350, or $3,500 and be part of a student’s success story.
Every gift powers a dream. Every student deserves a chance.
Click below to donate today!
THANK YOU to our members who contribute voluntary donations when renewing their memberships, and to those who will choose this option in the future!
If you would like to add your name to the list and contribute to the Chamber Foundation's workforce and scholarship initiatives click the link below and remember to include your $35 donation with your Membership renewal!
2026 Foundation Contributors
AAMA
Alley Theatre
Amegy Bank
American Youthworks
Anheuser-Busch Inc
AVANCE-Houston Inc
AVANCE-Houston Inc
Barrio Dogs, Inc.
Buffalo Marine Service Inc
Capital IDEA Houston
Carlos Garcia Realty
CenterPoint Energy
Central City Industrial Park LLC
Central City Industrial Park LLC
Clark Freight Lines Inc
Clark Freight Lines Inc
Climax Lubricants & Equipment Co.
Climax Lubricants & Equipment Co.
Cooper/Ports America
DoubleTree by Hilton Houston Hobby Airport
EaDo Family Dental
East River
ECO Services Operation
El Centro de Corazon
El Jardin Restaurant
El Jardin Restaurant
G&A Partners
Gallery Window Fashions
Goya Foods
Harris County Commissioner Adrian Garcia, Precinct 2
Harrisburg Lofts
Houston Armature Works Inc
Houston Armature Works Inc
Houston Marriott South at Hobby Airport
Houston Pilots Association
Houston Terminal LLC
HR&P - Human Resources & Payroll
ILA - South Atlantic & Gulf Coast District
ILA Local 24
International Bank of Commerce
INVISTA
iSwim LLC DBA British Swim School of Downtown Houston East
J.L. Proler Iron & Steel Company
Kacal's Auto & Truck Service
Kaldis Development Interests, Inc
Lane Property Tax Advocates
Legacy Community Health
Lincoln College of Technology
Linebarger Attorneys at Law
Living Designs Furniture
LK Industries
LyondellBasell
Ly's Liquor
Macey Family Properties, Ltd.
Mandola's Deli Inc
Mandola's Deli Inc
Mobil Steel International, Inc.
Modern Pest Control
Naegeli Transportation Inc
Naegeli Transportation Inc
Open Door Mission
Our Lady of Guadalupe School
PlainsCapital Bank
Platinum Copier Solutions
Possible Missions, Inc.
Primeway Federal Credit Union
RDLR Architects, Inc.
Rebuilding Together Houston
RockPoint Marketplace
S&H Sheet Metal and Fabricating Co., Inc.
San Jacinto College
Santana and Associates
Schröder Marine Services Inc
SERJobs
Sims Metal
Spanky's Homemade Pizza & Bar
Stinger Chemicals
Stinger Chemicals
Stinger Chemicals
Stubbs Harley-Davidson
Targa Resources
TDECU
Tejas Office Products Inc
Tejas Office Products Inc
Texas Mattress Makers
TPC Group, Inc.
TX/RX Labs
Union Pacific Railroad
University of Houston System, Office of Government and Community Relations
Valero - Houston Refinery
VICO Mfg, Inc.
VICO Mfg, Inc.
Walkup Company
Walkup Company
Watco
West Gulf Maritime Association
Whataburger #267
Withum
Wulfe & Co. - Gulfgate Center
YMCA of Greater Houston
RECENT FOUNDATION EVENTS
2026
2026 Mentor/Mentee Holiday Luncheon (Coming December 2026)