Changing Environments. Changing Lives
We address the root causes of health inequities, environmental conditions, food access, and community infrastructure.
Health disparities do not begin in hospitals.
They begin in neighborhoods.
38+
Years Serving Communities
500+
Volunteers Engaged
8
Program Areas
10+
Houston Communities Served
What We Do
Urban Agriculture & Food Systems
Connecting Houston Communities to fresh food, urban farming resources, and micro-grants through our Houston Agri-Power program.
Environmental Justice & Climate Resilience
Fighting environmental inequities in Houston’s most vulnerable neighborhoods through tree plantings, clean-ups, and sustainability programs.
Youth Workforce & Education Programs
Equipping young people with workforce skills, educations pathways, and entrepreneurship opportunities.
Community Based Solutions
Working at the grassroots level to connect underserved communities to the resources they need to thrive.
Mental Health & Emotional Wellness
Mental health is health. Period. We recognize that many individuals are navigating stress, trauma, anxiety. Often without safe spaces or support systems.
Crisis support
If you or somone you know needs immediate help:
- Call or text 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
- Houston Area Woman’s Center
Health in Our Communities
While BUFTX focuses on environmental and systemic change, direct health education and services are led through our partner initive.