Over the next 5 years, we’re committed to becoming more local, not less. Here’s how. 

Over the next 5 years, we're committed to becoming more local, not less. Here's How

This May, Let’s Show Up As One.

One City. One Purpose. One Family.

May is National Foster Care Awareness Month. This month, we’re raising funds, highlighting stories of hope and impact, and sharing the tools and resources available to families and those who support them. All to build a stronger web of support—As One.

Whether you’re a church leader, business representative, foster parent, or just someone who cares for our city, you have a place along The River.

This May, Let’s Show Up As One.

One City. One Purpose. One Family.

May is National Foster Care Awareness Month. This month, we’re raising funds, highlighting stories of hope and impact, and sharing the tools and resources available to families and those who support them. All to build a stronger web of support—As One.

Whether you’re a church leader, business representative, foster parent, or just someone who cares for our city, you have a place along The River.

  • Key Foster Care Stats

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      Avg # of months a child will be in care.

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      # of children in care in Harris County

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      % of children not placed with siblings

We cannot and should not all do the same thing, but we can all do something. What can you do this May?

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    Connect

    There's a place for you this May. Let's meet there. Foster Care Awareness Month is about showing up with our presence, our voices, and our care. Whether it's attending an event, getting to know local partners, or simply saying "we're in," connection is how transformation begins.

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    Learn

    Awareness starts with understanding. Foster care is complex. So this May, we're making it simple to learn—from stories, not just stats. Whether you're new to this space or deeply invested, you'll find resources to grow your heart and your perspective. Let's continue to learn together!

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    Give

    You don't have to do everything. Just something. Every donation this May fuels connection, care, and concrete support for families in crisis. Whether you're giving once, giving monthly, or sponsoring a specific need—your generosity helps families in Houston thrive.

    Learn More

  • Connect

    There’s a place for you this May. Let’s meet there. Foster Care Awareness Month is about showing up with our presence, our voices, and our care. Whether it’s attending an event, getting to know local partners, or simply saying “we’re in,” connection is how transformation begins.

    → Places to Be

    Meet us around the city at sponsor nights, pop-ups, and partner events.

    • May 3rd: The Rustic Benefit Concert w/ David Ramirez: 1121 Uptown Park Blvd STE 4, Houston, TX 77056 (5pm-7pm)
    • May 7th: Annual Celebration Breakfast – The Junior League of Houston 1811 Briar Oaks Ln, Houston, TX 77027 (7:30am-9:00am)
    • May 9th: Kendra Scott 20% give back from 5pm-7pm (714 Yale St Suite 1D, Houston, TX 77007). Shop online starting at 5pm up to 48hrs! Use code “GIVEBACK-LYGIO”
    • May 26th: Jeni’s Ice Cream Heights from 4pm – 7pm (375 W 19th St, Houston, TX 77008). 25% of all sales goes to Riverside.
    • May 29th: Screening of ‘As One’ Documentary at Houston’s First Loop Campus from 7pm – 8:30pm. Registration coming soon!

    → Organizations to Know

    We’re highlighting amazing partners all month long—groups doing the day-in, day-out work of supporting Houston’s families. There are of course, MANY organizations doing incredible work, but here are just a few to start with. We’d love for you to find ways to connect with some of these organizations and consider ways to support.

    → Find Your Place Along The River

    Let us help you discover how your skills, heart, or organization can plug in.

  • Learn

    Awareness starts with understanding. Foster care is complex. So this May, we’re making it simple to learn—from stories, not just stats. Whether you’re new to this space or deeply invested, you’ll find resources to grow your heart and your perspective. Let’s continue to learn together!

    → Stories to Watch

    From caregivers, to community leaders, to passionate individuals—meet those caring for the foster care community.

    → Resources to Explore

    Download guides, podcasts, and insight on how the system works, and how we can work better together.

  • Give

    You don’t have to do everything. Just something. Every donation this May fuels connection, care, and concrete support for families in crisis. Whether you’re giving once, giving monthly, or sponsoring a specific need—your generosity helps families in Houston thrive.

    → Make A One-Time Gift

    Help us reach our goal this May of $125,000 for kids and families.

    → Become A Recurring Donor

    Consistently support the mission and vision of The Riverside Project

    → Give Through Your Business

    Leverage your business or company for Houston’s most vulnerable families.

    → Double Your Impact

    Your employer may match your gift, see if you can make your impact go even further.

    • As One Voice

    Things that matter are hard, but we don’t have to do them alone. In this video, we’re sharing powerful stories of hope from the foster care community. From caseworkers to churches, caregivers to community leaders, each story reflects the incredible work happening across our city to help families heal and children thrive. At The Riverside Project, we firmly believe everyone can do something. And when we work as one, transformation is possible. Together, we’re making Houston a place where families heal and children thrive.

    Businesses Supporting Families This May