The ICH GIVES BACK program encompasses Humanitarian efforts in addition to Charitable geographical projects and support of the Billie Fowler, ICH International Scholarship. Members also GIVE BACK an endless amount of hands-on service hours thru ICH.
Donate to ICH or become an ICH Member today.
Billie C. Fowler International Connections of Houston Scholarship
International Connections of Houston was established in 1999 by Kathleen Barndt, Billie Fowler and Liz Evans with the desire to connect Expatriates and Repatriates to each other, Houston, and the wider world.
Continuing in the spirit of this, the Billie C. Fowler International Connections of Houston Scholarship was founded at the University of Houston – Clear Lake, and established ICH as a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.
For over 20 years, this scholarship has been awarded to students pursing an education with an international orientation, honoring ICH’s fundamental desire to influence, support and encourage young minds with a global focus.
To help continue this work make a donation here.
Awarded Scholarships
2022-2023
University of Houston-Main Campus
The ICH Board has approved to continue a second educational scholarship as a result of a donation of $2500 from the Panilla Foundation. Selection criteria includes recommendation by the school's Academic Program Manager, financial need, grades, SAT score, and other school performances. The first recipient of this scholarship was a 2022 graduate from Westside High School, continuing his education at the University of Houston.
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Scholarships go further than just being financial aid for many students; they open the doors of opportunity to a better future for both the recipient and their community. Scholarship funds are paid directly to the university. As a 501(c)(3) Non-Profit, ICH is able to receive funds from both public and private foundations, such as, the Panilla Foundation. The ICH Board is then set to the task to approve final use of the funds in a manner that reflects the ideals of both entities.
ICH Gives Back Donations
We at ICH embrace all opportunities to give back to our local community. From supporting and donating to the Billie C. Fowler Scholarship and to various other charities, to volunteering our time and skills, we strive to fulfill our philanthropic responsibilities.
These are some of the organizations that have benefited from ICH donations:
2023
Billie Fowler Scholarship at University of Houston Clear Lake
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Turkey Earthquake Victims Relief
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Days for Girls
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Miller Outdoor Theatre
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Texas Children Hospital
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Books Between Kids
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Hope Farms
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Red Cross - Learn to Swim Program
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University of Houston
Children at Risk
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Fort Bend Women's Center
Bra drive
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The Rose - Breast Center of Excellence
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Food bank
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West Houston Assisted Ministries
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2022
Billie Fowler Scholarship at University of Houston Clear Lake
Krewe of Gambrinus Charities
A Living Tribute -Reforestation
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Ukraine Refugee Project (Global Giving)
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Books Between Kids
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Texas Childrens Hospital -"Snuggle Blankets"
4th Wall Theater
Thank You Note
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BARC Animal Shelter and Adoptions
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University of Houston
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Belong Kitchen
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Fort Bend Women's Center
Bra drive
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West Houston Assisted Ministries
2021
Billie Fowler Scholarship at University of Houston Clear Lake
Cheerful Clown Alley
Thank You Note
AniMeals, Interfaith Ministries
of Greater Houston
Thank You Note
Houston Shaggy Dog Rescue
Costal Prairie Quilt Guild Thank You Note
Afghan Refugees
A Living Tribute -Reforestation
December 2021 Tornado Victims
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2020
Best Buddies
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Billie Fowler Scholarship at University of Houston Clear Lake
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MD Anderson Hospital
Breast Cancer Research
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Thornwood Elementary School
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VitaLiving
2019
Billie Fowler Scholarship at University of Houston Clear Lake
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Black Cowboy Museum
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MD Anderson Hospital Breast Cancer Research
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HopeStone Inc
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Citizens for Animal Protection
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Bayou Bend Foundation
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Houston Women's Shelter
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Texas Children Hospital
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2018
Billie Fowler Scholarship at University of Houston Clear Lake
Coalition for the Homeless of Houston/Harris County
Girls on the Run
Houston Food Bank
Houston Hospice
Literacy Advance
Unicef - Kid Power Bands