COMMUNITY INITIATIVES
For over a century, DePelchin has walked alongside children and the families who care for them, offering support that strengthens homes, heals trauma, and builds brighter futures. Some of our services—like parenting classes and counseling—help preserve and empower families. Others—such as foster care and adoption—ensure that children who have experienced hardship receive the safety, stability, and love they deserve.
At the heart of all we do is a simple belief: every child should grow up in a safe, nurturing home.
Since opening our doors in Houston in 1892, DePelchin’s programs have evolved to meet the changing needs of our community, yet our commitment to helping children has remained steadfast. Today, we proudly serve families not only in the Greater Houston area, but also in and around Austin, Lubbock, and San Antonio.
Gridiron Legends
Celebrate the epic players of football lore
The Gridiron Legends program honors individuals who have made a significant contribution to the game of football in the state of Texas, either at the high school, collegiate or professional level.
THSCA TICKETS
Are you a Texas High School coach?
We want to thank you for all the hard work you put in to helping develop young athletes in our great state!
VOLUNtEER OPPORtuNITIES
Take a minute to write an introduction that is short, sweet, and to the point. If you sell something, use this space to describe it in detail and tell us why we should make a purchase. Tap into your creativity. You’ve got this.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
COMMITTEE CHAIRS, ADVISORY BOARD AND BOARD OF DIRECTORS







































Board members emeritus
Paul Barbetta, Chris Del Conte, Joel Cowley, Rob Graf, Don Henderson, John Huff, Mack Rhoades, Robert Smith, Jack Sweeney, Gio Tomasini, Steve Trent, Skip Wagner, Andre Ware, Bob Harvey, Mike Waterman, Hunter Yurachek, Brenda Bazan, Stephanie Sherrodd and Suzie Thomas.
Committee Chairs
Trophy: Bill Scott
Gameday: Thomas Martinez
Gridiron Legends: Robert Lynch
Hotels (Marriott): Eric Kanter
Hotels (Hilton): Jason Monroe
Officials: Joel Wetzel
Spouses: Judith Logsdon
Team Services: Jenerro Wade
Hospitality/Transportation: Shone Evans
DePelchin: Lisa Garces
