About LISC Houston
LISC Houston is a local office of the Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC), the nation’s largest community development support organization. With residents and partners, we forge resilient and inclusive communities of opportunity across America – great places to live, work, visit, do business and raise families. By providing capital, technical expertise and training, LISC helps to develop local leaders and invest in the creation and growth of affordable housing, local community centers, and businesses that create new jobs.
News
MacKenzie Scott Donates $65 Million to LISC
MacKenzie Scott, the prolific philanthropist, announced that she is donating $65 million to LISC, the largest contribution in our organization’s 45-year history. This is Scott’s second grant to LISC, which builds on a $40 million gift in 2020 that was used to seed programs that narrow gaps in health, wealth and opportunity, particularly for communities of color.
Capacity = Hope Our 2023 Annual Report is Here!
In 2023, we dedicated ourselves to strengthening capacities both within our partner organizations and internally. Throughout the year, we expanded our team to better support our comprehensive range of programs. Additionally, we committed over $4 million to bolstering our partners, initiating new projects, and fostering growth. Our small grants program, which encompassed 14 projects across six GO Neighborhoods, exemplifies our commitment to community development. Moreover, in collaboration with Collaborative for Children, we provided crucial support to women-owned, home-based childcare providers, empowering them with resources for business development and specialized expertise.
Exciting Partnership for Community Development: A Bold Collaboration for Community-Led Growth
We are excited to share that Harris County Precinct 4 is leading the All in 4 Inner Northwest Public Engagement Plan, a transformative initiative designed to shape the future of the Inner Northwest community. As part of this project, TEI Planning & Design and LISC Houston are proud to support Precinct 4 as consultants, each bringing specialized expertise to ensure the plan is both comprehensive and rooted in community priorities.