Move over, International Tea Day. Houston has a better reason to celebrate May 21. At last night’s AMA Houston Crystal Awards Gala, the City of Houston made it official: May 21 is now Henry Adaso Day! Our very own AVP of Marketing and Communications received a proclamation from City of Houston Chief Communications Officer Mary Benton on behalf of Mayor John Whitmire, recognizing his tireless leadership as board president of AMA Houston, his invaluable contributions to our United Way, and his decades of work helping brands while mentoring the next generation of marketers. Congratulations, Henry, on this incredible and well-deserved honor.
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United Way of Greater Houston creates opportunities for every person in our community to thrive. At the heart of our work is ensuring the safety net by providing life-saving services to meet our neighbors’ most basic needs, like food and shelter. We are here to support families and individuals when they are going through crises, like job loss, domestic violence and natural disasters. And, we create a pathway to self-sufficiency and success for our neighbors and our community. We provide the tools, resources and education for families to achieve financial stability and independence, for children to succeed in school and in life and for veterans to rebuild their lives after returning from service. Every day of the year, 24-hours a day, we are the voice of help and hope for those who call our 2-1-1 Texas/United Way HELPLINE. And, we bring stakeholders and our community together to address the most pressing needs in our area, improving the quality of life for everyone in our region. We do it all strategically, transparently and with a focus on results. Join us. www.unitedwayhouston.org
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- 51-200 employees
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No family should have to wonder where their next meal will come from. 💙 For many households across Greater Houston, rising costs are making it harder to keep food on the table and stay financially stable. Through 211, neighbors can connect to local resources for immediate needs like food, housing and utilities. When everything feels due at once, having a place to turn can make all the difference. If you or someone you know needs support, call 211 to get connected to available resources.
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Leadership Houston is proud to celebrate Bart Ferrell, Class XXXIX, on being named a 2026 CFO Awards honoree by Houston Business Journal. This recognition highlights the kind of steady, strategic leadership that strengthens organizations from the inside out. Through his work at United Way of Greater Houston, Bart helps advance the systems, partnerships, and long-term planning that support meaningful impact across our region. Congratulations, Bart. We are proud to see a member of the Leadership Houston alumni community recognized for this well-deserved honor. #LeadershipHouston #LHAlumni #ClassXXXIX #HoustonLeaders #GreaterHouston
Congratulations to Bart Ferrell, Vice President & Chief Strategy and Finance Officer at United Way of Greater Houston, on being named one of Houston Business Journal‘s 2026 CFO Awards honorees! The CFO Awards recognize financial leaders across Greater Houston who help guide their organizations with strategy, innovation and measurable impact. Bart’s leadership helps strengthen the systems, partnerships and long-term planning behind our work, ensuring United Way can continue connecting people to resources and creating pathways to stability across our region. We’re proud to celebrate this well-deserved recognition and grateful for the expertise he brings to our organization and the Greater Houston community.
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Grateful to have attended today’s Leaders Unscripted hosted by United Way of Greater Houston and presented by CenterPoint Energy. Hearing from leaders like Steve Kean of the Greater Houston Partnership and Sonja Gee, MAM Houston - Memorial Assistance Ministries was a powerful reminder that leadership today requires more than expertise — it requires humility, collaboration, and intentionality. A few insights that stayed with me: * We’re making exponentially more decisions than leaders did just two decades ago. * Great leadership is not about you — it’s about the team. * Happiness is fleeting, but purpose and impact endure. * Humble confidence matters. Leaders must see the bigger picture while remaining grounded. * Strategic leaders focus on how meaningful work actually gets done. * Essentialism matters: taking a step back to identify where we can create the greatest impact with the resources that already exist. * Collaboration is not free — it costs time, trust, and resources — but it’s worth the investment. As someone working in the nonprofit space, I continue to believe the strongest leaders are those who bring people together, lead with service, and stay focused on mission over ego. Thank you to Amanda McMillian for leading such an authentic conversation and to all the panelists for sharing candid leadership lessons that apply across sectors. #Leadership #NonprofitLeadership #Collaboration #WomenWhoLead #HoustonNonprofits #CommunityImpact #UnitedWay #CenterPointEnergy #StrategicLeadership #PurposeDrivenLeadership
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Before a child walks into a classroom, discovers a passion or starts imagining their future, the right support can make a difference. United Way of Greater Houston works with community partners to help children and youth access opportunities that support learning, development and growth. Because strong foundations can help young people move forward with confidence. See how United Way is helping young people build strong foundations at https://lnkd.in/gwpkhRTE.
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For many families across Greater Houston, stability can be disrupted by one unexpected expense. A higher utility bill, a missed paycheck, a medical cost or a car repair can quickly make it harder to keep up with food, housing, child care and other basic needs. Through 211, United Way of Greater Houston helps connect neighbors to local resources that can support immediate needs and create a starting point for stability. For those ready to take the next step, the Integrated Client Journey offers tools, coaching and support to help build long-term financial stability. Whether you need help today or are ready to plan for what’s next, United Way can help you find a starting point. To take that first step, call 211 or visit smallwinsbigmoves.org.
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More than 800 of our incredible employees showed up to make a difference in their community with 1,500 volunteer hours! Thank you, United Way for your partnership. #TechnipFMCproud #UnitedWay #ComeJoinOurTeam Tim Dorriety Maria Roots Morland Shellie Perez Priscila Telles
1,500 hours of volunteering, connecting, and showing up. 💙 That’s the impact TechnipFMC made through their campaign with United Way of Greater Houston! With more than 800 employees participating, their team came together around a shared purpose to support families and strengthen the community we all call home. Thank you to Campaign Chairs Tim Booth, Chris Lamb, and Estela Cuellar for leading such an inspiring effort, and to the entire TechnipFMC team for supporting United Way of Greater Houston and helping families build brighter futures!
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This Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, we’re proud to recognize the cultures, stories and contributions that continue to shape Greater Houston. Through partners like the Chinese Community Center, families across our region are connected to education, health resources, social services and programs that help strengthen community across generations. We’re grateful for their continued work to help build a Houston where every family feels supported, respected and valued. 💙
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Congratulations to Bart Ferrell, Vice President & Chief Strategy and Finance Officer at United Way of Greater Houston, on being named one of Houston Business Journal‘s 2026 CFO Awards honorees! The CFO Awards recognize financial leaders across Greater Houston who help guide their organizations with strategy, innovation and measurable impact. Bart’s leadership helps strengthen the systems, partnerships and long-term planning behind our work, ensuring United Way can continue connecting people to resources and creating pathways to stability across our region. We’re proud to celebrate this well-deserved recognition and grateful for the expertise he brings to our organization and the Greater Houston community.
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