Giving Tuesday: A Chance to Strengthen Families and Support Young Mothers Through HBC

Michelle Manigo
4 days ago
3 min read

Giving Tuesday isn’t just another date on the calendar — it’s a global moment built on generosity, compassion, and community power. For Houston Birthing Connection (HBC), this day represents something deeper: an opportunity to stand beside young mothers and families who are fighting to rewrite their stories.

At HBC, we see strength every day. Young women balancing school, work, pregnancy, or new motherhood. Young fathers trying to step up but lacking guidance. Families doing their best with limited resources. And through it all, we stand with them — providing support, coaching, training, advocacy, and a circle of care that many have never experienced before.

This Giving Tuesday, we invite you to be part of that circle.

Why Giving Tuesday Matters for HBC

HBC serves families who are navigating some of the most challenging periods of their lives. Many are facing:

Housing instability
Limited income
Barriers to healthcare
Lack of family support
Educational and employment interruptions
Trauma or generational hardship

Your Giving Tuesday support helps fill the gap. It makes the difference between surviving and stabilizing.

Your Gift Helps Us Provide:

Doula and birthing support for young mothers who deserve safer, more informed delivery experiences
Mental health counseling to help families cope with stress, trauma, and emotional challenges
Parenting and life skills training that builds long-term confidence and capability
Workforce development and career pathways for young parents ready to change their lives
Emergency resources like diapers, formula, hygiene items, bus passes, or temporary shelter
Support for young fathers who want to be present, effective parents but need guidance

Each program is designed to break cycles, uplift families, and set a strong foundation for the next generation.

The Power of One Donation https://www.houstonbirthingconnection.org/giving-tuesday

Even a single donation goes far at HBC. Here’s what Giving Tuesday contributions help us accomplish:

$25

Provides diapers and wipes for a young mother in crisis.

$50

Covers a transportation pass for medical appointments and job interviews.

$100

Supports a full week of newborn essentials for a family leaving the hospital.

$250

Funds a mental health counseling session for a parent recovering from trauma.

$500

Sponsors workforce training for a young parent eager to enter stable employment.

$1,000

Supports a full care package for a pregnant or postpartum teen, including birth support, coaching, and postpartum check-ins.

$2,500+

Helps sustain our long-term programs that transform families’ futures.

No matter the amount, every gift is meaningful — because it goes exactly where it’s needed most.

Real Change Starts With Community

HBC believes in meeting families where they are, without judgment and without conditions. We walk with them as they learn, grow, and build the life they deserve.

Giving Tuesday allows us to:

Expand our outreach
Serve more young families
Build stronger training programs
Provide reliable, compassionate support
Advocate for better birth outcomes in Houston

You’re not just donating. You’re investing in futures — in stability, safety, and generational transformation.

How You Can Support HBC This Giving Tuesday

Here are a few ways to make an impact:

1. Donate directly to Houston Birthing Connection

A single gift can change the trajectory of a family’s life.

2. Become a recurring monthly donor

Monthly giving brings stability — for us and the families we serve.

3. Share our Giving Tuesday campaign online

Your voice amplifies our mission.

4. Partner with us as a sponsor

Businesses and organizations can support programs, events, or emergency needs.

5. Volunteer your time or expertise

From mentoring to administrative support, every helping hand matters.

Together, We Create Safer Births and Stronger Families

Giving Tuesday isn’t just about generosity — it’s about unity. About remembering that when families are supported, communities flourish. When young parents receive guidance and resources, future generations thrive.

Houston Birthing Connection stands in the gap every single day. This Giving Tuesday, we ask you to stand with us.