We appreciate our friends at Ticket to Dream Foundation and Baby2Baby for their amazing diaper donation! Thank you for these impactful essentials for our babies and foster families.
DePelchin Children's Center
Individual and Family Services
Houston, TX 5,153 followers
A brighter tomorrow for children and families in Texas.
About us
OUR VISION We envision a world in which every child is safe and healthy. OUR MISSION We strengthen the lives of children by enhancing their mental health and physical well-being. DePelchin Children’s Center believes that every child deserves to be safe and healthy. An accredited foster care and adoption agency, DePelchin serves the most vulnerable children and families in Texas and works to break the cycles of abuse and neglect. Our approach to caring for children integrates prevention, foster care, adoption and post-adoption programs to improve the mental health and physical well-being of children who are at risk of entering or are in the State’s child welfare system. Founded in 1892, DePelchin is a nonprofit organization with locations throughout Houston and across Texas and gratefully receives support from individuals, foundations, corporations, government grants and the United Way. Visit www.depelchin.org to learn more.
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http://www.depelchin.org
External link for DePelchin Children's Center
- Industry
- Individual and Family Services
- Company size
- 201-500 employees
- Headquarters
- Houston, TX
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1892
- Specialties
- Foster Care and Adoption, Post-Adoption, Birth Mother Program, Counseling Programs, Parenting Programs, and School-Based Programs
Locations
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4950 Memorial Drive
Houston, TX 77007, US
Employees at DePelchin Children's Center
Updates
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We’re still smiling from an incredible Day of Caring! Huge thanks to The Texas Bowl, Lone Star Sports & Entertainment, and all the volunteers who showed up this weekend to help beautify our campus. Your time and effort make a lasting impact on the children and families we serve!
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We’re honored to be the charitable beneficiary of the Gridiron Legends Golf Tournament presented by TDECU, happening October 14! ⛳️ Proceeds support our mission to provide foster care, adoption services, counseling, and more. The online auction is now live and open to everyone: https://lnkd.in/gZr8qtCV. Bid on exclusive experiences like front row Rockets tickets, a Texas Bowl VIP package, and more! The auction closes on October 14 at 6 PM CST. Thank you to the Texas Bowl for your partnership in supporting our children and families!
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Thank you to the Ticket to Dream Foundation for donating 200 backpacks and school supply kits! These supplies will provide our children with the necessary tools to succeed in school.
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We're excited to be one of the charities in the Houston Chronicle's Houston Gives Ad Giveaway and we need YOUR vote! DePelchin has proudly served children and families in Texas for over 130 years, and each vote will earn us credits in advertising so we can amplify our mission and reach even more people in our community! 🗳️ How to Vote: Submit your vote using the link and share with friends & family — every vote counts! 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gQURtHkb You can vote for us once per day until September 15! We thank you for your support! 🧡
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We’re proud to share that our board member, Dr. Lindy McGee, will be honored this month at the The Immunization Partnership’s 15th Annual Luncheon with the Ralph D. Feigin, MD Award for Excellence! This award recognizes Dr. McGee’s unwavering commitment to children’s health and her impactful work to increase immunization rates across Texas. Her dedication continues to make a lasting difference in the lives of families and communities. Congratulations, Dr. McGee, and thank you for your leadership and advocacy!
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We’re proud to announce that the Houston Texans Foundation has been honored with the Outstanding Philanthropic Foundation Award by the Association of Fundraising Professionals, Greater Houston Chapter, for the 2025 National Philanthropy Day Awards! Since 2006, the Houston Texans Foundation has designated DePelchin Children’s Center as the sole charitable beneficiary of the Texas Bowl—contributing over $2.7 million in direct financial support to help children and families thrive. Thank you, Houston Texans Foundation, for your unwavering commitment and incredible impact! Read more: https://lnkd.in/ekPbWmBV
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We’re excited to share that FOX 26 Houston has been honored with the Outstanding Communications Partner Award by the Association of Fundraising Professionals, Greater Houston Chapter, for the 2025 National Philanthropy Day Awards! Through their "Fox Finding Families" segment, FOX 26 has helped share the stories of DePelchin children in foster care who are ready for adoption—encouraging countless families to take the first step toward fostering or adopting. We’re proud to celebrate this well-deserved honor, and we are grateful for their continued partnership in making a difference. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eKEeAeRh
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Did you know that August is Make-A-Will Month? Many people think they’re too young or don’t have enough assets to need a will, but that’s a myth. Everyone can benefit from planning ahead. As the month wraps up, consider including DePelchin Children’s Center in your will or estate plans. It’s a powerful way to leave a legacy of hope, support, and family: depelchinlegacy.org
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