Earth Day is often a time to reflect and take account of the ways in which we as individuals, as companies, and as a society are able to “go green” and support a healthier environment. Houston’s is proud to do our part to be environmentally conscious through the course of our business operations wherever possible.…
A group of family and friends recently celebrated a great day of golf. In part thanks to Houston’s, it was an even better day for one softball team in Kansas. More than 25 four-person teams of golfers gathered to raise money for Tulsa Elite 316 10U, a Wichita Kansas division of softball athletes. Each golfer…
As a leader in our community, Houston’s finds it important to give back in meaningful ways. That’s why we are ever-vigilant for the next opportunity to provide a positive impact in whatever way we can for the people and organizations that are making a difference. On September 7th, Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) held…
OHSU’s Department of Surgery in the School of Medicine held it’s 12th annual VirtuOHSU Simulation and Surgical Training Center charity golf tournament and silent auction on September 8th at Royal Oaks Country Club in Vancouver, Washington. The tournament has raised nearly two million dollars over the past eleven years. Houston’s was proud to work with…
Houston’s was happy to be a sponsor of the 6th Annual Cash&Carry Cup in Aurora, OR! The Cash&Carry Cup is a part of an annual fundraising program held by Cash&Carry Smart Foodservice to help fight hunger in partnership with Feeding America, a nationwide network of 200 food banks that leads the fight against hunger in…
“Grab your lawn chair and head to Main Street for a night of free fun and entertainment!” Houston’s was proud to sponsor Music on Main, a local community music festival, in Grandview, Missouri. In addition to food from a variety of local vendors and a Kid Zone, this year’s event featured live music from Ernie…
Houston’s has partnered with our customer, Compadre’s Trading Co. of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, to provide relief for both those affected by Hurricane Harvey and those in the area providing rescue services. The effects of the storm will take years to clean up and repair, but through Houston’s donation of a Cambro Camtainer and Barista Box…
Houston’s was happy to be a part of the first annual Golf For Veterans, sponsored by the VFW Post 5290 in Conyers, GA. The post is a non-profit organization which serves veterans and their families. The golf tournament helped them raise funds toward their goal of opening a local food bank. They are also in the…
Christmas 2016 Toy Drive: The Beginning of a New Houston’s Tradition Guest Writers: Annette Kramer and Jenny Johnston We’ve embarked on what we hope is the beginning of a new holiday tradition here at Houston’s. This year, we wanted to find a fun and worthwhile way to give back to our local community during this…
Are you looking for a way to get involved with your community this year? Join Houston’s as we partner with Les Schwab and Fox 12 in their annual toy drive, benefitting local kids and teens throughout the Portland Metro area. To participate, please bring the toys you wish to donate to Houston’s and place them…