Mary cries tears of joy
Mary Key, one of our neighbors, shares a note about her experience with BakerRipley during the pandemic.
DACA: I have to continue to fight
After the recent decision, we talked to DACA recipients about growing up, coping with the anxiety, and about their hopes and dreams of one-day becoming American citizens.
Immigration: Operating where Human Rights cease to exist
Asylum seekers arriving in Mexico suffer horrific violence including assault, kidnapping, and rape.
Pilot program aids small restaurants in Houston
BakerRipley and HOPE Clinic’s Bite of HOPE Program, developed an initiative to help small restaurant owners stay afloat.
Entrepreneur Connection: Family bakery thrives during uncertain times
Strong, creative, and determined, Aryelis Ortiz prides herself in making freshly baked pastries. As an entrepreneur, she’s always coming up
Supporting Houston entrepreneurs during COVID-19
It’s amazing to see our entrepreneurs pivot, they have a great spirit!
No human should be expendable
Releasing people from detention now is not a partisan issue. It is a matter of public health. No human should be expendable during the coronavirus pandemic.
Grateful for our volunteers
“The world is hugged by the faithful arms of volunteers.” – Terri Guillemets
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.
Census 2020: Working for a complete count
BakerRipley is working to inform our neighbors about the importance of Census 2020.
From volunteer to full-time employee at BakerRipley
Ernie Correa talks about his journey from volunteer to a full-time employee.
Spreading Goodness with Twitter for Good
Earlier in January, BakerRipley’s JW Peavy Senior Center was honored to host the Twitter for Good team.
Holiday Cheer at BakerRipley
We hosted “Holiday Connections” around our communities to celebrate the season with our neighbors and partners.
Neighbor starts non-profit to revitalize East End skate park
“Not everyone has the chance to run a non-profit and have people who support you. I’m making the most of it, as these opportunities don’t open up for us every day.”
2019 ¡Lánzate Houston! Winners
The BakerRipley Small Business team announced the 2019 “Lánzate Houston” winners!
Know Your Rights
BakerRipley urges anyone who has a relative arrested or who witnesses a raid to call the Houston Immigrant Rights Hotline
Better Me. Better Aging.
BakerRipley recently launched a 10-week program developed to empower older adults.
Houston Turkey Trot: Get Involved
When you run the BakerRipley Houston Turkey Trot you help keep Houston a place of opportunity for everyone. For nearly
WellCare Grand Champion: Katie Scott – BakerRipley!
Katie Scott, BakerRipley Dementia Day Center Director, is the 2019 WellCare Grand Champion of Southeast Texas!
Phillips 66 Trots for Houston
Phillips 66, our 10K and 5K race sponsor, has been supporting Turkey Trot in a variety of ways for five years now.
Entrepreneur Connection: Arepas, anyone?
“This is the best thing that has happened to me. For women especially, they push you to be independent, to get ahead and to thrive in a place where it can be difficult at times.”
The BakerRipley East Aldine Campus Turns One!
It’s hard to believe, right? One year has passed since the grand opening of the BakerRipley East Aldine Campus. Since opening,
Finding Connection in East Aldine
“Every time I step inside the campus I feel a sense of pride that I haven’t found anywhere else.”
