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Thanks to the generosity of our donors, MECA continues to bring vibrant cultural events, educational programs, and artistic experiences to our community. These moments, made possible through your support, reflect the lasting impact of your contributions. Together, we preserve traditions, inspire creativity, and foster a sense of belonging for generations to come.

Special Announcement From The Qatar Harvey Fund
H. E. Sheikh Meshal bin Hamad Al-Thani, Qatar's Ambassador to the U.S. and Chair of the Qatar Harvey Fund, announced a $1.7 million grant to the Multicultural Education and Counseling through the Arts (MECA) community center in Houston. The grant will enable repairs to MECA’s historic building, renovate the theater, install an elevator and support 16 three-year student scholarships.
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​Joining Ambassador Al-Thani at a mural inside MECA are (L to R): Graciela Saenz, Attorney and Qatar Harvey Fund Advisory Board Member; Alice Valdez, Founder and Executive Director of MECA; and Karla Cisneros, Houston City Council Member.
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​Joining Ambassador Al-Thani at a mural inside MECA are students who performed traditional dances during the announcement ceremony.

MECA is sponsored and supported in part by: 

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MECA is funded through Houston Endowment, the United Way of Greater Houston, Brown Foundation, Inc., BIPOC Arts Network & Fund, Cullen Trust for the Performing Arts, Creating a Brighter Future Individual donors, Amegy Bank, Houston in Action, Regions Bank, Arts Connect Houston, and AARP Houston.
Government funding is provided by the City of Houston through the Houston Arts Alliance, the Texas Commission on the Arts, HCDE,  and CASE for Kids - City Connections. 
MECA is a member of the National Performance Network, the National Association of Latino Arts and Culture, Houston Arts Partners, and the National Guild for Community Arts Education.

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  • HOME
  • About Us
    • Achievements + Annual Report
    • MECA History
    • Staff & Board >
      • About Alice Valdez
    • Job Opportunities
    • Donors
  • MECA@DOW
    • In School
    • Out of School Program
    • Workshops
    • Sunburst Summer Arts
    • Support Services
  • MECA@TBH
  • MECA Presents
    • Past Seasons
  • Dia de Muertos
    • Ofrenda Exhibition
    • Volunteer
    • Festival Sponsorship
  • Event Tickets
  • Volunteer
  • Donate