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Amplifying the stories and strengths of Gulfton and Sharpstown, Houston's very own, Ellis Island.
🎨✨ Holiday magic at Connect Highstar! ✨🎄

Isra Castro, resident & RA, organized a festive arts and crafts celebration for families—bringing together 30+ children for creativity, joy, and goody bags. Best part? It was entirely her idea and vision.
December 22, 2025 at 4:31 PM
🎄✨ Holiday Cheer at Fabric Forge! ✨🎄

MCC celebrated our first neighborhood holiday party with partners, residents, AmeriCorps members, sewists, board members, and supporters—honoring all we accomplished this year.

Thanks to Whitney from Sisters McPhail for making the night extra festive! 🎁
December 19, 2025 at 4:53 PM
🎁 Donate a Toy. Change a Holiday.

From Dec 2–19, drop off unwrapped toys or $25 H-E-B/Walmart gift cards at Fabric Forge (6440 Hillcroft Ave) to support families in Gulfton & Sharpstown. 💙

Small acts make a big impact—help lift spirits and bring joy this holiday season!
December 17, 2025 at 5:21 PM
Join Us Today for Connect Highstar’s 1st Annual Health Fair!

Dec 16th | 3:30–5:30 PM
6440 Hillcroft Ave, Houston, TX 77081

Free health screenings, multilingual pharmacy info, Legacy SW services, and “Ask the Pediatrician”. Open to all families!
December 16, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Voices of Our Community 💬

“My mother and I are so proud of MCC. As former refugees, we know firsthand how organizations like MCC can help families in need. What sets MCC apart is that they truly listen—empowering residents. They listened to us.”

— Neema Kiza, MCC Connector’s Program Manager
December 12, 2025 at 4:38 PM
The holidays are a reminder that strong communities show up for one another.

From Dec 2–19, we’re collecting unwrapped toys and $25 H-E-B or Walmart gift cards to support families in Gulfton and Sharpstown.

📍 Drop-off: Fabric Forge | 6440 Hillcroft Ave, Houston
📅 Dec 2–19
December 11, 2025 at 8:00 PM
🌟 We’re hiring! Director of Development 🌟

We are looking for a fundraising leader to guide donor engagement, drive strategy, and help strengthen community connection.

📩 Interested or know someone who’d be a great fit?
Email Andrea Baxter at andrea@capitalcfollc.com
December 5, 2025 at 4:36 PM
Join Fabric Forge to sew your own one-of-a-kind Christmas stocking! While you’re there, check out their Holiday Pop-Up Shop featuring local makers, bakers, and artisans — the perfect way to support Houston creatives. 🎄

Dec 6 | 10am–4pm (multiple sessions)
Ages 10+ | $40/class
December 4, 2025 at 6:53 PM
🎁 Spread Holiday Cheer! 🎁
From Dec 2–19, bring unwrapped toys or $25 H-E-B/Walmart gift cards to Fabric Forge at 6440 Hillcroft Ave, Houston, TX 77081

Your donations will go to community members and partners in need across Gulfton & Sharpstown. Every gift brings a smile! ❤️
##MyConnectCommunity
December 1, 2025 at 4:07 PM
🎄 DIY Christmas Stocking Workshop + Holiday Pop-Up! 🎄

Make something from the heart this holiday season! Join Fabric Forge in Gulfton & Sharpstown to sew your own one-of-a-kind Christmas stocking 🎁❤️

🗓 Workshop Dates: Nov 29 & Dec 6 | 10am–4pm (multiple sessions)
👥 Ages 10+ | $40/class
November 28, 2025 at 6:00 PM
🍂 Week of Gratitude: Day 5

Today we celebrate Our Network of Partners! 🌟

Over 80 organizations - including Madres Del Parque, BEI, Revision, The Garden, Prelude Music, Interfaith Ministries, FAM Houston - come together with us to make lasting impact in Gulfton. Together, we’re stronger. 💛
November 28, 2025 at 4:44 PM
🍂 Week of Gratitude: Day 4
Today we’re thankful for Our Community. 💛

Families, neighbors, students, and local leaders - you make this work meaningful. Your resilience and connection inspire everything we do. Happy Thanksgiving from our family to yours.
##Thanksgiving #WeekOfGratitude
November 27, 2025 at 6:40 PM
🍂 Week of Gratitude: Day 3

Grateful for Purpose Built Communities today!

Their guidance, knowledge, and support help us swing for the fence in Gulfton and Sharpstown. When we take a big shot, they tee us up. 💪
##WeekOfGratitude #CommunityPartnerships #PurposeBuiltCommunities
November 26, 2025 at 4:09 PM
🍂 Week of Gratitude: Day 2

Shoutout to our AmeriCorps Members!
Translators, Connectors, Resident Ambassadors, Industrial Sewist Teachers - your daily commitment brings our programs to life and strengthens our community. We wouldn’t be half the organization without you.
##WeekOfGratitude
November 25, 2025 at 4:13 PM
🍂 Week of Gratitude: Day 1

Grateful today for Our Founding Partners - KIPP Texas, YMCA, St. Luke’s, and Legacy Health.
Your support makes it possible for families in Gulfton & Sharpstown to connect with resources and opportunities that change lives.
##WeekOfGratitude #CommunityStrong
November 24, 2025 at 11:27 PM
🌍 Building Stronger Communities, 360° at a Time

At MCC, we amplify local voices and break down barriers to:
🏠 Housing
❤️ Healthcare & Wellness
📚 Education
💼 Economic Vitality

Our programs create real opportunities for families to thrive and communities to grow.

myconnectcommunity.org
November 20, 2025 at 4:49 PM
Every donation to MCC counts. Here’s what your gift can do:

🧵 $20 → 1,600 yards of thread
🧰 $50 → A full sewing kit for a student
🪡 $275 → A basic sewing machine
🧵 $1,500 → An industrial sewing machine
👩‍🏫 $5,500 → A sewing instructor who transforms generations

myconnectcommunity.org/donate
November 18, 2025 at 4:41 PM
“I believe the trust we built through time spent talking and sewing helped them to feel a valued part of the community and, most importantly, hopeful for their futures.” – Marzia Sultani, Sewist at MCC
##MyConnectCommunity #CommunityConnection
November 13, 2025 at 7:25 PM
🇺🇸 Honoring Our Veterans 🇺🇸

Today, we pause to recognize and thank all who have served our country with courage, dedication, and sacrifice. Your commitment protects the freedoms we enjoy every day, and we are deeply grateful.
##VeteransDay #ThankYouVeterans #MyConnectCommunity
November 11, 2025 at 5:30 PM
🤝 “MCC represents the best of what can be done when we do it together.”

At My Connect Community, collaboration is key. Together with residents and partners, we’re building stronger, more vibrant communities in Gulfton & Sharpstown.
##MyConnectCommunity #CommunityImpact #Collaboration
November 3, 2025 at 6:19 PM
💡 Did you know? Gulfton/Sharpstown has 66 apartment complexes and 15,000+ units within just 2 miles — most residents are renters.

My Connect Community is creating affordable housing and homeownership opportunities to help neighbors build stability and equity in their community.
October 30, 2025 at 4:08 PM
👗 Empowering young Afghan women at Fabric Forge HTX!

Our Afghan Girls Sewing Class gives participants a culturally supportive space to learn, connect, and create. Started by sewist and activist Marzia Sultani, the class meets twice a week, with students designing beautiful, contemporary dresses.
October 24, 2025 at 4:12 PM
🎥 Big things are being made in Gulfton!

With support from My Connect Community, Fabric Forge HTX is empowering Houston’s makers — turning creativity into opportunity through skill-building and entrepreneurship. 💪🧵

📺 Watch now: https://youtu.be/aQD0NjdnEkw
October 20, 2025 at 10:45 PM
Étoile Academy partnered with Fabric Forge (a My Connect Community initiative) to create inclusive uniforms, hijabs and dresses made locally with the school’s logo. 🎨✨

This project honors culture, meets student needs, and invests right back into the neighborhood. Made in Gulfton, by Gulfton. 💙
October 17, 2025 at 4:08 PM
On National Good Neighbor Day (9/28), MCC hosted our first-ever community art project: "Our Heart. Our Home." 🎨💛

Neighbors came together for lemonade, cookies, chalk art, foot races, hopscotch, and plenty of laughter. A beautiful reminder that community is built in moments of connection. 🏡
October 16, 2025 at 4:00 PM