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Our Social initiatives boost community engagement and support. Our Child Placing Agency focuses on foster care, kinship care, and adoption to create brighter futures for children. Resolve offers vital aid to victims by connecting them with resources like crisis intervention.
Our Educational programs offer a range of services to boost lifelong learning. RYSS, our charter school district, provides quality education for students of all ages. NOVA Academy for Adult Education helps adults gain new skills and advance their education. GRADcafe offers free support for college and career exploration.
Our Housing initiatives include the original Housing program which continues our tradition of building homes and creating homeownership opportunities. Nueva Vida, a senior living space offering comfort and support, and Sunrise Lofts, which provides stable housing for youth transitioning out of foster care.
Our Health programs are dedicated to enhancing overall well-being through key services. The Baylor College of Medicine Teen Health Clinic provides specialized care for adolescents, while La Tiendita offers essential health resources and support for the community.
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If you're 18 or younger, or a student with disabilities up to age 21, you can stop by for free breakfast and lunch—no registration required!
All locations serve meals Monday–Friday, June 6 – July 3, 2025
This June, we celebrate the power of homeownership to build strong families and communities. At Tejano Center, our Housing & Community Redevelopment Program is here to help you take the next step toward financial stability and owning your own home. 💪
A special message from Tejano Center CEO and RYSS Superintendent, Dr. Adriana Tamez.
As we reflect on the incredible moments of the 2024–2025 school year we want to say thank you for your dedication, hard work, and accomplishments that truly made this year so successful and amazing!
If you or someone you know is in need of help, please reach out to our RESOLVE Program — we're here for you.
📞 713-640-3762
Tejano Center honors the diversity that strengthens our neighborhoods, and as an organization rooted in empowerment and equity, we are proud to foster a welcoming environment for all.
For more information and free services visit: gradcafe.org or call (832)-325-0325
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Welcome to Tejano Center!
At the core of our mission is a simple yet powerful belief: We Educate. We Empower. We Transform Lives. Through every program, every initiative, and every person we serve, we are creating opportunities for growth, strength, and lasting change. Together, we are building a future where everyone has the chance to succeed, rise, and thrive.
Join us in this journey of transformation—because when we uplift one another, we create a ripple effect that changes lives for generations to come.
Mission
Tejano Center educates, transforms, and empowers families to elevate communities by fostering collaboration, championing equitable resource allocation, cultural preservation, and inclusivity for all.
VisionA success story for every person and community we impact.
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OUR IMPACT
843+
Housing Services
3,376
clients received emotional support services
2,089
clients served by GRADcafé and NOVA Academy for Adult Education
21,685
individuals assisted at La Tiendita
1,758
teen patients served at BCM Teen Health Clinic
30,905+
clients served through our programs and services
