The Houston Independent School District Foundation (HISD Foundation) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization established to support the Houston Independent School District, the largest public school district in Texas and the seventh-largest in the United States. Founded in the 1990s, the foundation serves as the district’s philanthropic arm, working to generate resources and build partnerships that enhance educational opportunities for HISD’s approximately 200,000 students across more than 280 schools. The foundation focuses on several key initiatives, including teacher development, student enrichment programs, STEM education, arts education, and college readiness. It manages various grant programs and facilitates partnerships between the school district and corporate, foundation, and individual donors. The organization also supports innovative classroom projects and district-wide strategic initiatives that align with HISD’s educational mission. Through its fundraising efforts, the HISD Foundation has helped implement numerous programs and provided resources that the district’s regular operating budget cannot cover. The foundation is governed by a board of directors comprising community leaders, business executives, and education advocates who volunteer their time and expertise to advance public education in Houston. The organization maintains transparency in its operations and regularly reports on the impact of its funded programs.