Mission Texas Community Advocate informs community members about the benefits of supporting local businesses, artists, agriculture and educational institutions to improve the economic and cultural resources of their communities. About Texas Community Advocate Houston Institute for Culture introduced Texas Community Advocate - Positive Action for Texas Communities in November 2006. The Texas Community Advocate website, texasculture.org, supports statewide and national public service initiatives. Educational resources and promotional materials are provided to inform and empower community members to take positive steps to improve the economic and cultural resources of their communities. Houston Institute for Culture - Center for Localism A center for broad interests and local solutions The Houston Institute for Culture's Center for Localism aims to improve the lives of millions of people by restoring sense of pride and dedication to quality of life in localities across the state and nation. Whether they are unincorporated rural areas or neighborhoods within cities, all communities struggle with the economic realities of their poorest and most underrepresented citizens and neighbors. Caring community members have the ability to identify problems and correct disparities. Community standards will increase as the Center for Localism provides resources for concerned citizens to inform others about the benefits of active involvement in their local economies and quality of life issues. The center will raise awareness of the value and interrelated need for economic and cultural diversity. Services and educational resources will promote support for broad ownership of businesses, greater representation of community voices, sustainable energy and environment, improved health and safety, as well as increased support for local cultural resources as important forms of community identity. Media Contact 713-521-3686 info@houstonculture.org Mailing Address Houston Institute for Culture Texas Community Advocate Astrodome Station, Box 20182 Houston, Texas 77225-0182 Houston Institute for Culture is a 501(c)(3) educational and charitable organization. Contributions are tax deductible. Positive Action Messages Public Service Announcements to Positively Impact Texas Communities Organize and Educate Steps You Can Take to Raise Standards and Quality of Life in Your Community Community Gift Giving A Model Program for Holiday Initiatives to Support Local Artists, Authors, Organizations and Businesses Kids Community Voices Thinking and Writing Exercises for Students (with Guidelines for Educators) Resource Downloads Weblinks and Printable Posters to Inform Community Members About the Benefits of Local Ownership Sol Communities Resources to Preserve the Distinctive Cultures and Identities of Texas Communities Informative Webpages Definitions and Frequently Asked Questions About Community Advocacy Additional Resources Successful Community Principles, Diverse Cultural Histories, Community Forums, and More Texas Community Advocate    Support    Contact