The purposes for which this corporation is organized are: To improve the quality of life for residents of the Houston and surrounding areas through financial, educational, and civic endeavors that promote business development, and community development activities, including, but not limited to the following:  Developing opportunities for economic enhancement for the region through all available nonprofit activities that promote business development, job creation, infrastructure improvement, and affordable housing for the rural communities in Houston and the surrounding areas.  Educational meetings, research initiative and contacts that provide area residents with information about available services and programs from federal, state, county and local government officials, as well as private service providers, i.e. unity companies, and other organizations.  Civic/charitable events that bring communities together for the common good of all residents.  Pro-active strategies that reduce crime, increase access to affordable housing, improve recreational and educational access for youth while increasing public health and safety. 