Houston City College Foundation

The Houston City College Foundation is excited to share that Kristina Perez has accepted the permanent position of Senior Director of Development after successfully serving in the interim role.

Throughout her time with the Foundation, Kristina has demonstrated outstanding leadership, a deep commitment to student success, and a passion for building meaningful relationships with donors, community partners, and stakeholders. Her dedication to expanding educational opportunities and helping students overcome barriers has strengthened our mission and impact across the communities we serve.

As Senior Director of Development, Kristina will continue leading philanthropic efforts, supporting the Foundation's development team, and helping create pathways for students to achieve their educational and career goals.

Kristina's passion for serving students and strengthening our community makes her an invaluable member of the Houston City College Foundation team. We are grateful for her leadership and look forward to her continued success.

Please join us in congratulating Kristina on this exciting milestone!

The Houston City College Foundation proudly recognized Past Chair Ryan F. McCauley for nine years of dedicated service—including two impactful years as Chair—with a special proclamation at the April 15, 2026, HCC Board of Trustees meeting.

During his tenure, Ryan helped lead a period of remarkable growth, including the successful completion of the “Invest in Houston’s Future” campaign 16 months ahead of schedule—creating lasting opportunities for students across our community. His leadership also contributed to record-setting annual fundraising and strengthened support for our mission.

We are also grateful to Ryan and his wife, Jessica McCauley, for their service as Gala Co-Chairs of the HCC Foundation Gold Gala in 2020 and the HCC Foundation Gala Celebration in 2022, helping make these celebrations both meaningful and successful.

We were honored to recognize PNC ​and the PNC Foundation at the Houston City College Board of Trustees meeting on April 15th for their generous investment to launch the Center for Entrepreneurship at Brays Oaks. This gift is more than funding; it is opportunity for aspiring entrepreneurs, working families, first-generation students, and dreamers ready to build a brighter future. Partnerships like this help turn education into economic mobility and strengthen the communities we proudly serve. Thank you, PNC, for investing in Houston’s future!

Please join us in congratulating Kristina Perez on her appointment as Interim Senior Director, Development for the Houston City College Foundation, effective April 16, 2026.
Kristina brings extensive fundraising experience, strong relationships across Houston City College, and a collaborative leadership style that will continue to strengthen our mission and momentum.
We are excited for her leadership as we advance opportunities for students, deepen community partnerships, and continue transforming lives through education. Please join us in celebrating Kristina in this new role.

Where Generosity Meets Gratitude.
The HCC Student Scholarship Recipients say THANK YOU their donors.
Our Scholarship Luncheon brought together the donors who remove barriers and the students whose futures are forever changed because of their generosity.

Lives are being transformed, one scholarship at a time.
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Thank You to our HCC Foundation Donors for Investing Where It Mattered Most.
Visit HCC Foundation website to view our 2025 Gratitude Report.
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Dr. Kathleen Anzivino and Dr. Diana Castillo have generously supported HCC Student Success through their philanthropic support. The HCC Foundation is profoundly grateful!!! Thank you.

Dr. Anzivino retires after 46 years of dedicated service, and Dr. Castillo after an incredible 49 years of commitment to education and student success. Together, their combined 95 years of service represent a remarkable legacy of leadership, integrity, mentorship, and unwavering belief in the transformative power of education.
Their work has shaped generations of students, strengthened our institution, and inspired colleagues across our college community. While they will be deeply missed, the impact of their leadership and service will continue to guide us for years to come.
Please join me in thanking Dr. Anzivino and Dr. Castillo for their extraordinary contributions and wishing them happiness, fulfillment, and joy in retirement.
Photo (left to right): Dr. Diana Castillo and Dr. Kathleen Anzivino

Hugo Ortega beyond being distinguished alumni, chef Ortega, and his wife Tracy Vaught have established an endowment supporting HCC Culinary students. We are grateful for their generous philanthropic support.

Congratulations to esteemed Houston City College Culinary Arts Alum Chef Hugo Ortega for being selected as a 2026 James Beard Foundation Award Semifinalist! He and his wife Tracy Vaught's H-Town Restaurant Group is competing in the Outstanding Restaurateur category. In 2017 Chef Hugo was named Best Chef Southwest at the James Beard Foundation Restaurant & Chef Awards.

The James Beard Awards presented by Capital One represent the pinnacle of culinary recognition in the U.S.

Last day! Your final opportunity to make a Year-End Gift that empowers HCC students. Give before midnight:
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