Partner & Community Events
To further Compassionate Houston's collaboration with local partner organizations, the Charter for Compassion, and our larger friend network of compassionate artists and organizations, we are sharing a variety of events highlighting our commitment to creating a compassionate city through education, innovation, collaboration, and advocacy. Enjoy inspiring virtual programs and in-person events. Scroll down to the bottom of the page for a multitude of ongoing practice groups. You can also check the Charter for Compassion and our Partners’ websites for more happenings.
Summer Peace Camp Houston
houston peace & justice center
June 9 - July 25
Peace Camp provides the Houston metropolitan area with an alternative day camp experience which fosters an understanding of peace, justice, and environmental awareness appropriate to the age of the children involved. Summer 2025 Peace Camp runs for 5 weeks at 3 locations, with different weeks and locations for younger and older students. Join us in helping our youth and community become more peaceful, and to learn skills that will help them throughout life. Peace Camp is not religious, and welcomes all children and teens, with age appropriate special guests, presentations, and activities for the different age groups. Learn more and register > here.
Open Day at Garden of Prana
Prana: Essence of Life
Friday, July 18 Doors open at 6:00pm
Step into serenity under the summer sky.
Prana- Essence of Life invite you to the Garden of Prana—an evening rooted in nature, creativity, and connection. Experience an evening of live music, expressive art, mindful movement, nature-inspired play, and the beautiful tradition of henna. Doors open at 6 PM. Refreshments available for purchase. Pre-registration encouraged > here.
Let’s gather in the spirit of renewal.
Heroic Self-Care Retreat - A Restorative Saturday Retreat for Veterans and VSOs
The Institute for Spirituality and Health
Friday, July 25, 2025, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Join us for a self-care day exploring mind-body skills designed to manage stress, enhance relationships, and foster both mental and physical well-being. Discover personal growth and renewal while acquiring valuable skills to incorporate into your life, your workplace, and the community you support. > Learn more and register.
Mayor's Back 2 School Fest
city of houston
Saturday, August 2, 2025 @GRBCC
The Mayor’s Back to School Fest Presented by Shell is designed to help economically disadvantaged Houston-area elementary school students and their families as they prepare to return to school. In addition to distributing 25,000 backpacks with school supplies, the event will feature on-site health screenings to include: dental screenings and sealants, vision screenings, and routine immunizations. The event also connects families to a wide range of health and social services offered by community agencies. There is a continued need for assistance with basic school supplies and health screenings for Houston-area students. Once again, the Mayor’s Back to School Fest Presented by Shell is prepared to help fill in these gaps. > Register your student here.
ABC13’s Annual Share Your School Supplies Drive
Ismaili council for the southwestern usa
Friday, August 8, 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Join Ismaili Jamatkhana in Spring, TX and Ismaili Jamatkhana in Sugar Land, TX for ABC13’s Annual Share Your School Supplies Drive benefiting the Houston Food Bank. Let’s ensure every student starts the school year equipped and confident. Drop off your donations and make a difference in a child’s life this school year. > Learn more here.
Supply Drive Event Locations:
Ismaili Jamatkhana Spring - 2425 Community Center Dr., Spring, TX 77389
Ismaili Jamatkhana Sugar Land - 1700 First Colony Blvd., Sugar Land, TX 77479
2025 Concert for Peace with Jaipur Literature Festival Houston
rothko chapel
Sunday, September 7, 9:00 AM
In honor of the United Nations’ International Day of Peace, the Rothko Chapel will host a contemplative morning of music and poetry in collaboration with Jaipur Literature Festival (JLF) Houston. This special program, held in September, will feature Indian classical music by acclaimed Carnatic vocalist Sandeep Narayan and original poetry by youth from The Fay School. Established by unanimous UN resolution in 1981, Peace Day is observed globally on September 21 as a shared call to action—a time to set aside differences and commit to building a culture of peace. JLF Houston, now in its 8th year, reflects the city’s rich cultural diversity through literature, music, art, and dialogue.
> Learn more and register
Global Read for Kids & Co.
Charter for Compassion
September 13, 11:30 AM
Join the Charter for Compassion for the Global Read for Kids with the book World of Wonder by Valarie Kaur. This is more than a picture book: it’s a journey of Revolutionary Love. We wonder about the earth and discover the awe that inspires care. We wonder about people suffering injustice and find that listening to stories inspires courage. We wonder about someone who inflicts cruelty—and discover the power of repair and connection. We wonder about our own emotions and the parts of ourselves we do not yet know. Wonder becomes the conduit to love; it creates the conditions for kindness, care, and courage. World of Wonder illustrates all three practices of Revolutionary Love—love for others, opponents, and ourselves. > Learn more and register here
Ongoing Partner Practice Groups
Join us as we collaborate with our partners to explore a variety of compassion-based practices, develop community, and share the challenges and celebrations that occur when we apply the practice in our daily lives. Please click on any image below for details on the applicable program. Check our partner’s websites for updates on in-person versus virtual attendance.
