What: An outreach program that provides new toys, books and a grocery gift card to families with limited resources so that their children may celebrate the holidays.
For who? Children (newborn to age 15) of families in need who are living in our 33-zip code Youth Services area.
Resources provided: New unwrapped toys, books and a grocery gift card to address play, literacy and hunger.
Address: Jingle Bell Express is hosted as a community event in central Houston.
Questions? Please call 713-871-9741 if you have questions.
When: Families preregister online in September and then attend in-person registration in October. Toys, books and a gift card are given out to families at a December community event.
How to Sign Up: In September of each year, parents and guardians are able to preregister online. Families will bring a parent or guardian photo ID, proof of address, and a birth certificate for each child to the in-person registration event in October.
What: Provides grade-appropriate school supplies and a clothing gift card to low-income students so they can start the school year with the same supplies as their peers.
For who? Students pre-K through 12th Grade living in our 33-zip code service area.
Resources provided: School supplies, a backpack and a clothing gift card are provided for each child.
Address: Back To School is hosted as a community event in central Houston.
Questions? Please call 713-871-9741 if you have questions.
When: Families preregister online in April and then attend in-person registration in May. Supplies, backpacks and a clothing gift card are given out to families at an August community event.
How to Sign Up: In April of each year, parents and guardians are able to preregister online. Check back here in early April for preregistration instructions.
What: Eye exams for students who may not have access to professional care and may need glasses to perform well in school.
For who? Students in partner schools who are identified as needing eye exams.
Services provided: Operates in two phases:
Address: Screenings conducted at schools that CCSC partners with in lower income areas.
When: Varies by school.
How to Sign Up: Not available to the public. This program is available only through campus partnerships.
