Community, Legacy, and Crafting the Future: July at MTCF Building a sustainable movement is just as much about drafting the framework behind the scenes as it is about the public events on the calendar. While July might have felt quieter on the surface, the groundwork laid this month provides the structural support for an incredible fall season ahead. Here is our look back at July, from heartfelt project completions to the structural prep for our biggest events of the year. Co

Community, Legacy, and Crafting the Future: June at MTCF June is Men’s Mental Health Awareness Month, and it was an absolute powerhouse of a month for MTCF. From introducing summer campers to the precision of a sewing machine to forging deep partnerships that honor legacies, June was all about taking our community momentum and channeling it into real, grounded impact. Here is a look at what we accomplished together this past month. Continuing the Cycle of Comfort with Montros

Community, Mentorship, and Moving Forward: May at MTCF May brought the end of the school year across the Houston area, but it certainly did not bring an end to our community momentum. From supporting local school clubs to expanding our holiday reach and sitting down for meaningful conversations, May was a month focused on strengthening connections and laying the groundwork for the future. Here is a look at what we accomplished together this past month. Supporting the Next Gen

Community, Connections, and the Path Forward April has been a whirlwind of activity for the Men’s Textile Collective Foundation. From classrooms to local shops, our community is growing, and the impact of our shared craft is becoming more visible every day. Here is a look at what we’ve been up to and what’s on the horizon. Supporting the Next Generation Our commitment to local schools and youth centers remains the heartbeat of MTCF. This month, we continued our volunteer work

Building a Resilient Community March was a defining month for the Men’s Textile Collective Foundation. As we look back, it is clear that our mission to normalize textile arts and foster mental wellness is gaining significant ground. From school classrooms to regional fiber festivals, the message remains the same: creative craft is a powerful tool for stability and connection. MTCF in the National Spotlight We are incredibly excited to finally announce that the foundation was

We knew the Brazos Valley Fiber Fest would be a big weekend, but "big" doesn't quite cover it. To be honest, we are still processing the energy, the stories, and the incredible outpouring of support we received. It was a whirlwind in the best possible way. Validating the Mission One of the most powerful parts of the weekend wasn't the sales or the spreadsheets. It was the conversations. We heard story after story from visitors about how fiber arts have served as a lifeline f

February has been a month of connecting the dots. From working with veteran-owned small businesses to supporting high school clubs, we are seeing the MTCF mission take root across the North Houston area. Our focus remains on the three pillars: building community, providing education, and supporting well-being through the craft. New Roots in the Community We have spent this month shaking hands and finding common ground with some incredible local leaders. The Sewcial Box (Cypre

January has been a month of foundations. While the start of a new year can often feel like a slow build, the MTCF community hit the ground running. We’ve spent the last few weeks securing our future as a nonprofit, reaching out to the next generation of makers, and finding new ways to keep good materials out of the landfill. We Are Officially a 501(c)(3) We are proud to share that MTCF has been granted official nonprofit status by the IRS. This is more than just paperwork; it