Attack Poverty’s Collaborative Response to Hurricane Ida Highlighted in the Houston Chronicle

Attack Poverty’s collaborative response to Hurricane Ida was highlighted in the Houston Chronicle. “The senior director of operations for Attack Poverty, a Stafford-based nonprofit, had been focused on engaging partners to help since last weekend. The Category 4 hurricane made landfall Sunday – Louisianans supported Houstonians four years ago during and after Hurricane Harvey, and Baudoin said Attack Poverty wants … Read More

Hurricane Ida Response: Letter From the CEO

We wanted to share a letter from our CEO, Brandon Baca, as to how you can come alongside us to respond to Hurricane Ida’s aftermath. Below you will find collection site information and a list of supplies needed. Dear Friends, As you are aware, Hurricane Ida moved through the Gulf Coast making landfall as a category 4 Hurricane this past … Read More

Attack Poverty’s Grant Opportunity from State Farm’s Neighborhood Assist Program

We are excited to announce that our organization is in the top 200 causes for State Farm’s Neighborhood Assist program! The program awards $25,000 grants to 40 nonprofit organizations to help fund neighborhood improvement projects. $25,000 will support the home repair process for up to 5 homes at a maximum project cost of $5,000!   You can vote up to … Read More

Attack Poverty’s Grant and Match Opportunity from The George Foundation Highlighted in the Houston Chronicle

“That’s why we’re excited and humbled about opportunities like with The George Foundation that will come alongside us to not only grant funds but create matching opportunities to give people an added incentive to come alongside and work with us,” Baca said. “So anytime you know that your $1 turns into $2 and it’s really making an impact alongside an … Read More

The George Foundation Awards Attack Poverty a Multi-Year $300,000 Grant with Additional Match

As mentioned in The Katy News, Attack Poverty is happy to announce that we will receive $150,000 in the fiscal year 2022, starting July 1, 2021. The other $150,000 is earmarked for distribution at the beginning of the fiscal year 2023. In addition, The George Foundation has agreed to match up to $25,000 for all new funds as part of … Read More

Checking In: An Update from our CEO July 16th, 2021

Celebrating 10 Years of Empowerment! Our team is back from a well-deserved break and has already hit the ground running to begin our 2021 fiscal year! Join our CEO, Brandon Baca as we reflect on the last year and begin to celebrate our 10th year of empowerment! Stay tuned for some exciting things happening around AP! More Stories > We … Read More

Attack Poverty Highlighted in Houston Chronicle’s Sunday Conversation

Attack Poverty was highlighted in the Houston Chronicle’s Sunday Conversation during the month of June 2021. “We believe poverty is more than just about stuff. If it were about just materialistic items, then we wouldn’t still be dealing with poverty. When most people think poverty, they think about individuals who may be struggling financially. And while we do serve individuals … Read More

Attack Poverty’s Partnership with Reliant NRG Highlighted in Fort Bend Star

Our partnership with Reliant NRG was highlighted in the Fort Bend Star. Reliant NRG donated $100K to our organization for our ongoing recovery efforts from Winter Storm Uri. “According to a news release from Reliant, the donation is aimed at helping to provide funding for plumbing and construction repair costs for 20 damaged homes in Fort Bend County, ensuring they … Read More

Reliant Energy donates $100K to nonprofit Attack Poverty’s winter storm relief efforts

Attack Poverty was highlighted in the Houston Chronicle as Reliant Energy donates $100K to our organization for our Texas Winter Storm relief efforts. “Faith-based organization Attack Poverty works to strengthen under-resourced neighborhoods. The nonprofit spent the past year redesigning its existing programs in response to the pandemic. After February’s freeze, AP turned its focus to getting the county back on … Read More

Harold Hendrick with Bott Radio Network interviews CEO, Brandon Baca

Our CEO, Brandon Baca, had the opportunity to give an overview of Attack Poverty on the Christian talk radio with Judy Redlick and Harold Hendrick on Encounter KSIV with Bott Radio Network. Listen More Stories > This story is an example of just one of the many lives being impacted throughout our communities. We are so greatful for your generous … Read More