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Home is Where the Heart Is |The Buzz Magazines
November 2022
Sidney and Jason Fagan and Ashley and Nick Howard joined more than 300 other guests to support Homemade Hope at the Home is Where the Heart Is gala. The event was held in the ballroom at River Oaks Country Club, and was chaired by Margot Delaronde Marcell, Heather Mountain, and Dr. Monica Patel.
Cute Crowd Hits Glam Gala at Country Club, Raises Funds to Serve Homemade Hope’s Kids
October 2022
ONE OF THE city’s favorite charities — Homemade Hope, which helps underprivileged kids develop life skills through various educational programs including cooking classes — once again took of the ballroom of the River Oaks Country for a bright gala supported by a fun crowd of next-gen philanthropists and well-scrubbed swells.
Sexy Crowd of Next-Gen Socialites Go Country-Club Chic for Homemade Hope
October 2021
A POLISHED, SEXY crowd of next-gen socialites and philanthropists — cleavage was de rigueur — filled River Oaks Country Club's grand foyer and adjacent sprawling terrace, making great use of a mild fall evening, in support of Homemade Hope's work with underserved children throughout Houston.
Summer Culinary Program Kicks off This Month Highlighting At-Risk Youth
July 2021
“For so many of the children Homemade Hope serves, food can be a source of uncertainty,” says Homemade Hope’s Executive Director Blair Bentley in a press release. “These children live in food deserts and don’t get adequate nutrition.” That’s why the Houston non-profit decided to partner with The Greater Houston Texas Restaurant Association (GHTRA)—to design an engaging summer field trip program that allows vulnerable children ages 4–18 to gain insight into Houston’s thriving restaurant industry.
Dierks Bentley, Mike D’Antoni attend Homemade Hope Virtual Gala
October 2020
When the Homemade Hope virtual gala streamed on YouTube on Thursday, the Houston nonprofit got the support of some big names.
Chef Christine Ha Hosts Virtual Cooking Class Benefiting Homemade Hope
April 2020
During the class, Christine taught everyone how to prepare a refreshing gin cocktail and Thai-style laab salad. We cannot thank Christine enough for sharing her talents and positivity to bring people together and raise funds fo Homemade Hope and Southern Smoke amidst these uncertain, challenging times. Nearly everyone who joined the class cooked with smiles on their faces; a true testament to the unifying power of food. You must check out Christine’s restaurant The Blind Goat. Her food is amazing!
Homemade Hope Makes Sure Houston Kids In Shelters Get Cooking Love
September 2019
Homemade Hope's annual Home Is Where The Heart Is Gala began by two Homemade Hope students and Southside Community Center director sharing their opening remarks and dinner blessing. A successful event in raising funds that surpassed expectations and honored Marcia and Brig Smart.
Modern Luxury Houston Magazine Features Homemade Hope Founders
September 2019
Featured in Modern Luxury Houston Magazine, the two sisters and founders, Blair Bentley and Brooke Bentley Gunst speak on Homemade Hope's mission and efforts to provide at-risk children with life skills and support that will set them on a path to future success.
River Oaks Kickoff Party Builds Anticipation for Homemade Hope Gala
September 2019
Tony Bravo and Richard Werner opened up their stunning River Oaks home to supporters of Homemade Hope for a successful kickoff party. Guests shopped for Kendra Scott baubles in anticipation of Homemade Hope's annual Home Is Where The Heart Is Gala, which honors Marcia and Brig Smart.
A joyful holiday season for Homemade Hope families!
December 2018
From fulfilling Christmas wish lists to decorating gingerbread houses and enjoying snowman pancakes on Christmas morning, thank you to our supporters who allowed Homemade Hope to create memories and traditions with hundreds of childrens and their families over the holiday season!
The Rockets Coaching & Supporting Staff Sponsor Thanksgiving Dinner For Our Homemade Hope Families
November 2018
An incredibly special night as Houston Rockets Head Coach Mike D’Antoni, his wife Laurel & the entire coaching staff hosted Thanksgiving dinner for our Homemade Hope families. So much gratitude for their generosity.
Homemade Hope's second annual gala featured in Papercity Magazine
September 2018
Papercity Magazine features Homemade Hope's annual gala by stating that "Homemade Hope Tugs at the Heartstrings in This Starry Houston Gala." The magazine continues to mention that Homemade Hope students provided their own handmade table decorations at each table while Kroger provided the florals. KTRK Channel 13’s Katherine Whale, served as emcee to the evening, chaired by Adam Greer and Margot Delaronde. The eventful night surpassed its expectations in raising funds for the at-risk children in need.
"It" crowd helps Homemade Hope's second-ever Home is Where the Heart is gala a complete success
September 2018
Homemade Hope's Home is Where the Heart is Gala was a complete success, honoring Divya and Chris Brown. The event was featured on the Houston Chronicle and was able to surpass its goal to continue funding the program for homeless and at risk youth.
Christmas Celebration with Double Tree Hotel
December 2017
Thank you to Double Tree Hotel and their staff for making our Christmas celebration so memorable by providing dinner, cookie decorating and Christmas stockings for the Homemade Hope children. Our Christmas celebration was one for the books! All the children created arts & crafts with their families and received gifts from their personalized wishlists.
A special Thanksgiving celebration with the Houston Rockets
November 2017
We had such a special Thanksgiving celebration with our Corder Place families. From the handmade placemats and menu designed by the kids to the family portraits, it was truly a Thanksgiving full of love and family. Thank you to Rockets head coach Mike D'Antoni and his wife Laurel for sponsoring this event and going above and beyond to make it extra special for our HH families.
Fitness in the Loop sponsors a fundraising yoga class and brunch
November 2017
Thank you #runhoustonstrong for an awesome event benefiting Homemade Hope. We are extremely grateful to everyone who came out and ran and @mind.over.matter.athlete& @manreadymerc for putting on the event! The funds raised through the run will go directly to our programming that supports families living in shelters who have been displaced by Harvey.
Fitness in the Loop sponsors a fundraising yoga class and brunch
October 2017
Homemade Hope thanks Fitness in the Loop for supporting Homemade Hope by putting on an amazing fundraising yoga class and brunch. We loved spending the morning celebrating yoga, health, and a community of inspiring Houstonians. A huge thank you to Lamise for leading the class and spreading the good vibes. We are beyond grateful for the generosity of everyone involved.
Homemade Hope's first-ever gala becomes a "family dinner" success
September 2017
Homemade Hope's Home is Where the Heart is Gala was a complete success, honoring Yvonne and Rufus Cormier. The event was featured on the Houston Chronicle and was able to reach its goal to continue funding the program for homeless and at risk youth.
Optimus Commoditties Search sponsors Homemade Hope's back to school event
August 2017
Homemade Hope was honored to have Optimus Commodities Search sponsor our back to schoool event for the third year in a row. We also want to thank Chef Lee Ellis from Star Fish Houston for the delicious BBQ, Gavin Bruce from Zing Wellness for the fun fitness demo, and Deacon Jimmy Thomas from Second Baptist for the blessing and inspirational message. Getting the children prepared for the school year was such a success!
Étoile et Bar selects Homemade Hope as July Charity of the Month
July 2017
Throughout the month of July, Étoile et Bar will donate a portion of the proceeds from its prixe fixe dinner and brunch menus to Homemade Hope. Please visit to enjoy a fabulous meal while supporting our valuable work.
Join Sweat 1000 in Supporting Homemade Hope
April 2017
Thanks to Sweat 1000 for having its first charity class to support Homemade Hope. Join us on April 14th for an exhilarating and invigorating workout. Come help us make this a successful event and support a great cause!
Homemade Hope's Rodeo Raffle is featured in CultureMap
March 2017
CultureMap featured Homemade Hope's Rodeo Raffle where people can enter to win 2 tickets and back stage passes to Dierks Bentley at the Livestock Show and Rodeo on Friday, March 24 at 6:45PM bit.ly/dierksraffle
Houstonia highlights Luby's Jr. Chef Competition to benefit Homemade Hope
August 2016
Houstonia highlighted Luby's plans to host a Jr. Chef's Competition where the winning dish will become a featured menu item with a percent of each dish's sale being donated to Homemade Hope. Homemade Hope's kids will be sous chefs to the finalists as they cook to earn a spot on the menu.
Whole Foods Selects Homemade Hope for 5% Community Giving Day to be held 8/17
March 2016
Whole Foods Market selected Homemade Hope to be the beneficiary of their 5% Community Giving Day on August 17th. 5% of all pre-tax dollars spent at both the Voss store and the Post Oak store will be donated to Homemade Hope's programming.
Étoile et Bar selects Homemade Hope as January Charity of the Month
January 2016
Throughout the month of January, Étoile et Bar will donate a portion of the proceeds from its prixe fixe dinner and brunch menus to Homemade Hope. The restaurant also features a Charity Cocktail. Please visit to enjoy a fabulous meal while supporting our valuable work.
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HH Founder, Blair Bentley, featured in Modern Luxury Houston's November Philanthropy issue
November 2015
In this "snapshot" of "movers and shaker and doers and dreamers that keep the spirit of charity alive in Houston," Bentley is acknowledged as a "rising superstar" in the city's philanthropy scene.
HH & JW Marriott's Main Kitchen featured on ABC13 News
August 2015
Houston's JW Marriott Main Kitchen hosted Homemade Hope for an afternoon of cooking and a behind-the-scenes peek at life in a professional kitchen. Children made pizzas from scratch with fresh ingredients of their choice after a fun demonstration by Executive Chef Erin Smith and three other Main Kitchen chefs.
Houston's Public Media highlights Texas Women for the Arts' generous grant award to Homemade Hope
June 2015
Texas Women for the Arts awarded Homemade Hope a generous grant, enabling expansion of HH's programs to additional shelters. Houston Public Media learned of this great partnership and highlighted the work of HH on its Arts & Culture segment.
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