The organization's mission and activities promote Cultural Literacy and Social Innovation. In addition to arts, educational events and topical forums, the organization operates many research and service projects. Its websites provide valuable information for communities and schools, and connect individuals to HIFC events. Community members may also participate in cultural exchange activities, like public history and genealogy programs, and educational travel.	Camp Dos Cabezas The camp scholarship program provides children from at-risk communities the experience of a lifetime to help them achieve success in their lives. Students for a Better Houston The youth organization operated by middle school students works to make Houston a better place for future generations. This and other initiatives develop youth as future community and civic leaders.	Digital Story Resource Center The center promotes community uses of digital technologies to express ideas, explore issues, tell family stories and bridge cultural divides. Youth initiatives through this important center help children develop their ideas and communication skills. Fiesta Probanza The festival of digital storytelling promotes positive uses of computers for youth, provides a forum for community interests and advocacy, and serves as a powerful instrument for education.	Center for Localism The center empowers community members to improve their communities and quality of life through sensible economic and environmental practices, and greater local representation in media and politics. Texas Community Advocate The public service campaign advocates for independent small businesses and cultural resources in Texas communities.

Gulf Region Association An association of organizations in the western Gulf of Mexico region, including Texas, Louisiana and Tamaulipas, examines common interests and issues (historic and modern), and provides a network for communication and conferences.	Sign up for our Monthly Newsletters Hear us on World Music Radio Connect through the HIFC MySpace Page Press Releases are routinely provided to media and others who are interested. Please contact us to be included on our media list.	The organization's programs are supported by the National Endowment for the Arts, Texas Commission on the Arts, Houston Arts Alliance, and many more. Houston Institute for Culture is a collaborator and partner with Surviving Katrina and Rita in Houston and the Artery Media Project.	The organization's major events include: -A Gulf Coast Juneteenth -The World Matters Film Festival -African American Traditions -And more The organization maintains a calendar of cultural arts events and community forums for distribution through local media. See the Events Calendar

Houston Institute for Culture is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to promoting cultural education and awareness through cultural activities. Our goal is to provide free and low-cost events, services and classes for the community. The organization's sphere of interest is Houston, the regions that have affected Houston's cultural history and the international origins of Houston's diverse population.