“Mardi Gras is the love of life. It is the harmonic convergence of our food, our music, our creativity, our eccentricity, our neighborhoods, and our joy of living. All at once.”
Chris Robe – Author
The guiding force behind many regional and local events, including the original Houston Creole Heritage Festival & Mardi Gras Parade, is Houston S.H.O.P. Inc., a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization founded in 2005. Houston S.H.O.P. Inc. objectives are to provide academic scholarships, job opportunities, enhance educational programs across the State of Texas, and to establish a benevolence fund for families in need.
Vision Statement
Houston S.H.O.P. Inc. believes the quality of one’s life can be measured by how we treat, respect, and help others during our temporary stay on earth.
Board of Directors
Board of Directors consist of seven members who are dedicated and committed to implementing the goals and objectives of our organization.
