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BakerRipley

BakerRipley

Non-profit Organizations

Houston, Tx 28,186 followers

If you want to make a living by making a difference, BakerRipley is the place for you!

About us

BakerRipley is the largest charitable organization in Texas and hosts a network of over 70 service sites that help more than half a million people earn, learn, belong, and be well. We fulfill our mission to bring resources, education, and connection by working with our neighbors side by side. We are committed to being the #1 place to work in Houston. Our values are based on what we believe about people and neighborhoods. That they're good. That they're worth it. Our teams have a few things in common: We're passionate about what we do, we have fun doing it, and we couldn't see ourselves doing anything else.

Website
http://www.bakerripley.org
Industry
Non-profit Organizations
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Houston, Tx
Type
Nonprofit
Founded
1907
Specialties
Workforce Development, Community Development, Veterans, Senior Services, Immigration, Education, Economic Development, Dementia, Health, Wellness, Economic Opportunity, Housing, Infrastructure, Strategic Partnerships, Advocacy, Civic Engagement, Disaster Recovery, Fundraising, Adult Education, and Citizenship

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  • Ivonne has spent years practicing dentistry in her native country, driven by her passion for helping others through healthcare, and today, she’s continuing that journey. Thanks to the support of the Texas Workforce Commission, BakerRipley offers the Internationally Trained Medical Professionals Program were Ivonne is training to become a medical interpreter while improving her English skills. If you have a healthcare background from outside the U.S., you can continue your professional path and build your future. Learn more about BakerRipley's Internationally Trained Medical Professionals Program today. https://lnkd.in/gPKd_-Gm

  • Are you passionate about early childhood education? BakerRipley Head Start is hiring teachers who want to make a real difference in the lives of young children and their families. We're especially looking for educators with a background in Early Childhood Education or a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential, but what truly matters MOST is your heart for teaching. 🧡 What sets BakerRipley’s Head Start apart? ✅ A pay scale that recognizes your education, credentials, and years of experience ✅ Work hours and flexibility that support your life outside the classroom ✅ A purposeful mission, every day, you're shaping a child's earliest learning experiences ✅ High parent engagement, from the classroom to program governance, so families are true partners in their child's success If you're ready to bring your passion for early childhood education to a place where it's valued and supported, we want to meet you. Apply today and help us give our youngest Neighbors the strongest possible start. https://lnkd.in/gzjdvyaA

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  • We're proud to share that BakerRipley has been honored with a Bronze Excalibur Award in the Community Relations Category from PRSA Houston for our Senior Meals Campaign! 🏆 This recognition, presented at the 41st Annual Excalibur Awards Gala, celebrates the storytelling and strategy behind our work to nourish and connect older Neighbors across Harris County. This award reflects the heart of our mission because behind every campaign is a commitment to the seniors we serve every day. Thank you to our incredible team for bringing this story to life!

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  • 🌟 "This is a very good opportunity." Breda Sexton is a trained nurse from Mexico who came to the U.S. and ended up working as a babysitter. Now, through BakerRipley's Internationally Trained Healthcare Professionals Program, she's earning her Medical Interpreter certification — returning to healthcare and finding her purpose again. If you have medical credentials from outside the U.S., this program is for you. Choose your path: 🩺 National Medical Interpreter 🏥 Community Health Worker (CHW) 🚨 Last cohort of the year. Limited seats. First-come, first-served. 📅 Apply by July 20. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gPKd_-Gm

  • In partnership with Workforce Solutions Gulf Coast, BakerRipley is recruiting volunteers to help customers with: ✅ Career resources and job search support ✅ Technology assistance (resumes, applications, online portals) ✅ General guidance to keep folks moving forward Your time, even just a few hours, can be the difference between someone feeling stuck and someone landing their next opportunity. Ready to make an impact? 🔗 Sign up to volunteer: https://lnkd.in/gfv9-Z9W

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  • You don't need a perfect pitch to apply. You need the right support to build one. 🎯 That's exactly what the Ignite HTX pitch competition delivers. Every selected participant gets: ✅ One-on-one coaching from experienced mentors ✅ Tailored workshops to sharpen your pitch ✅ Real feedback to help you grow as a founder This isn't just a competition, it's a launchpad. Whether you're polishing a business plan or starting from an idea on a napkin, our coaches meet you where you are. Entrepreneurs will pitch to a panel of expert judges for a shot at $5,000. 📅 Applications close July 13th 🔗 Apply: https://lnkd.in/g7ZmNXTP

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  • Armando Perez, recipient of BakerRipley’s Community Champion Award, is personally inviting you to the 2026 Heart of Gold Luncheon on September 24th. Leadership matters. Collaboration matters. And the people who show up for Houston matter most of all. Join fellow business and community leaders in celebrating the work that makes our community stronger. Sponsorships and tickets are available now at BakerRipley.org/Heart.

  • 🎉 What a celebration! BakerRipley’s Immigration and Citizenship Program welcomed new Americans and their families at the Space City New Americans Celebration! Families and friends came together for an afternoon filled with food, games, crafts, live music, giveaways, and a bounce house. Newly naturalized Neighbors proudly wore their home country’s jerseys, honoring the many cultures that make our community stronger. Thank you to everyone who joined us in celebrating Houston’s newest citizens, including our partners with National Partnership for New Americans and representatives for Representative Lizzie Fletcher and Harris County Precinct 4. Your journey is something to be proud of! 🇺🇸💙

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  • 🌟 Got medical credentials from outside the U.S.? This opportunity is for you. Alicia Punceles, Academic Coordinator for BakerRipley's Adult Education Program, breaks down our Internationally Trained Healthcare Professionals Program, a pathway designed to help you put your medical background to work right here in the U.S. Students can choose between two routes to graduation: 1. National Medical Interpreter 2. Community Health Worker (CHW) This is your chance to re-enter the healthcare field, build on the expertise you already have, and make an impact in your community. A special thank you to the Texas Workforce Commission for funding this program and helping us connect talent with opportunities across our community. 💼 ⚠️ Space is extremely limited! Seats are available and offered on a first-come, first-served basis to qualified applicants. This is the last cohort of the year, so don't wait. 📅 Apply by July 20 🔗 Learn more and apply: https://lnkd.in/gPKd_-Gm

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