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Community Resources
The health and safety of our employees and neighbors are our top concern. We are closely watching all local, state,
COVID-19 Update: Our work continues one year later
At BakerRipley, we’re focused on decreasing the inequities and challenges that come to life during a disaster in order to build long-term resiliency for our region.
Black History Month is Important, Relevant, and Necessary
Learning about other cultures helps us to understand how much we are really alike. We remove barriers and begin to authentically connect with one another.
BakerRipley and Verizon team up in support of digital inclusion
Together with Verizon, our aim is to build digital resiliency among our neighbors.
From the BakerRipley Food Fairs
The agency is evolving its services and programs to best serve our neighbors during these times.
Supporting our neighbors in this new normal
As our community looks for answers, we are beginning to shift and pivot our actions to ensure we are providing the support needed for both our staff and those we serve.
WellCare Grand Champion: Katie Scott – BakerRipley!
Katie Scott, BakerRipley Dementia Day Center Director, is the 2019 WellCare Grand Champion of Southeast Texas!
BakerRipley launches new ESL for Families program
What are the main contributors to a child’s academic success? At BakerRipley we’ve learned that it comes down to two
BakerRipley Director in the Running for $25,000 Award
Make sure you cast your vote for BakerRipley’s own Katie Scott. Voting is live and runs through Friday, September 13.
New CodeVenture program at BakerRipley
This summer we kicked off the CodeVenture program at different BakerRipley community centers.
Fab Lab Supports UH Camp for Young Innovators
BakerRipley’s Fab Lab Houston teamed up with the University of Houston as part of a summer camp for young innovators.
Fab Lab Houston Shoots for the Moon!
Fab Lab Houston recently worked with Adam Savage and the National Air and Space Museum on Project Egress!
Disaster Response: Humanitarian plan unveiled
The new plan outlines ways we can better serve our immigrant population during times of crisis like Hurricane Harvey.
It’s coming: BakerRipley East Aldine Campus
We’re a step closer to officially opening the BakerRipley East Aldine Campus.
The Making of a Center: East Aldine
Since first engaging in East Aldine, we have continually engaged residents and partners in building a collective vision for the
Houston, we have a Fab Lab!
A brand new Fab Lab is under construction in the BakerRipley East Aldine Campus and is set to open in late summer.
Why Black Panther and Representation Matters
Representation has the ability to awaken the spirit of justice within the human soul.
Angela Blanchard Named Social Entrepreneur in Residence at Brown University
BakerRipley CEO Named Spring 2018 Swearer Center SEIR.
Claudia Aguirre-Vasquez named new President and CEO
Claudia Aguirre has been named the new President and Chief Executive Officer of BakerRipley.
Angela Blanchard, President and CEO, announces her new role at the Agency.
Angela shares words of wisdom and parting words with the BakerRipley staff.
Celebrating women who changed Houston for good
International Women’s Day: We take a look back at our history and celebrate the contributions of two special women to Houston.
Introducing BakerRipley
Today, we are excited to announce our new name: BakerRipley. A name that recognizes our history while speaking to our future.
Neighbors Should Live As Friends
What happens when we go back to our roots and think about how Neighbors should live as friends?
