The
Houston Junior Forum is a nonprofit
women's service organization whose mission
and sole purpose is the promotion of educational,
social and recreational activities for Houston's
children, youth and senior adults.
Beginning in 1946 with
a reading program for preschoolers in the public
schools of the East End of Houston, HJF has
grown to a membership of nearly 400 women who
provide volunteer and philanthropic services
to our projects as well as other Houston organizations.
Since our inception, HJF has given nearly 1,000,000
hours of community service and over $10,000,000
in financial support of our facilities and community
volunteer programs.
This year HJF celebrated
67 years of volunteer service to the Houston
community. Over the years, HJF has
received numerous awards including “Outstanding
Community Service Organization” from the
Association of Fundraising Professionals, and
first place in Texas for the “Build a
Better Community” contest. In 2011, the
Forum received a proclamation from Texas Governor
Rick Perry for outstanding service to the Houston
community. HJF looks forward to a future focused
on transforming the lives of those we serve,
enriching the skills of membership and developing
friendships.
