May. 27, 2025
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Coffee & Quality

Angel Reach worked with the Kinder Institute for Urban Research and the United Way of Greater Houston for a first-of-its-kind case study.

Photo courtesy of Angel Reach

The Kinder Institute for Urban Research and United Way of Greater Houston's Coffee & Quality Case Study program works with designated United Way organizations to 1) identify ways to build and bolster the organization's current data-collecting practices, 2) use data to understand and improve program outcomes, and 3) elevate generalizable insights that can support the work of other nonprofits.

The Kinder Institute for Urban Research and United Way of Greater Houston's Coffee & Quality Case Study program works with designated United Way organizations to 1) identify ways to build and bolster the organization's current data-collecting practices, 2) use data to understand and improve program outcomes, and 3) elevate generalizable insights that can support the work of other nonprofits. 

Research

Coffee & Quality Case Study #5: CollegeCommunityCareer

This Coffee & Quality case study finds that CollegeCommunityCareer students who stayed engaged in programs and participated in summer activities had better college outcomes.

BRIEF:   EDUCATION

Coffee & Quality Case Study #4: HAAM Social Services

This fourth Coffee & Quality case study focuses on HAAM Social Services, which supports residents in northeast Harris and east Montgomery counties with basic needs, education and job assistance.

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Building the Data and Evaluation Capacity of Nonprofits in the Greater Houston Area

Through a series of case studies, the Kinder Institute is teaching organizations how to use their data to better serve the community.

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Coffee & Quality Case Study #3: Wesley Community Center

This third Coffee & Quality case study focuses on Wesley Community Center, a social service agency that supports individuals in the Near Northside and broader Houston community. The study seeks to understand the impact of Wesley's programs, including identifying those most effective in helping families achieve financial stability.

BRIEF:   FAMILY AND FINANCIAL WELL-BEING

Coffee & Quality Case Study #2: Alexander Jewish Family Service

The second Coffee & Quality Case Study focused on Alexander Jewish Family Service, a social service nonprofit working with individuals of all ages located in southwest Houston.

BRIEF:   FAMILY AND FINANCIAL WELL-BEING

Coffee & Quality Case Study #1: Angel Reach

This first Coffee & Quality Case Study focuses on Angel Reach, a nonprofit working with young people aging out of the foster care system and/or at risk of homelessness. The study seeks to understand the predictors and prerequisites of clients successfully completing Angel Reach's programming.

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