ABOUT OPNHOU
Connect and collaborate with real, passionate people who are working on projects, ventures, and collaborations to improve to the city of Houston. If you have an idea, are working on something, or are looking for ways to collaborate with people who are doing work at the intersection of impact and innovation, this event is for you.
Open Project Night (#OPNHOU) is a monthly event convening people who care about improving communities across our region. You’ll meet a variety of people, including creative problem solvers, civic hackers, human-centered designers, community advocates, impact entrepreneurs, and local nonprofit and government representatives to share ideas, get feedback, work on projects, and collaborate to achieve greater impact for Greater Houston.
Whether your project is in the idea stage, you’ve already been working on it for a while, or you are just interested in learning more and maybe lending a hand but are not sure quite how – Join Us!
GENERAL SCHEDULE
- Meet + Greet
- Project Presentations: Maximum of 2 minutes per project. Each presenter shares:
a. About You: Brief personal introduction + your Impact Goals
b. Your Project: What you’re working on + the stage it’s currently at
c. Your Next Steps: What you plan to do with your Project to achieve your Goals
d. Your Ask: What you need — connections, resources, skills, talent, etc. — from the community to move your Project forward - Open Project Time! Presenters break out and welcomes others to learn more about and potentially collaborate on or support their projects
FAQs
What types of projects can I find or present at #OPNHOU?
Projects previously presented include:
- An app to increase engagement in viewing Houston’s art scene
- A petition for Houston civic and corporate leaders to recognize the need for climate action
- A program seeking mentors to encourage youth entrepreneurship for low income students
- A non-profit organization that empowers black women pursuing careers in medicine
… And many, many more, from idea stage initiatives to MVPs to ready-to-scale projects.
Do I need to have a project of my own to attend?
No, not at all! In fact, #OPNHOU is most effective when we have a diverse mix of presenters and collaborators.
Come if you are:
- Keen to meet different people who care about making Houston a better place.
- Want to work together with others to make changes happen in your area.
- Want to find out about volunteering and work opportunities.
- Want to find volunteers or recruits for your project
What does each presenter need to prepare?
- Introduce yourself: What is your project, idea, or venture; and what does it aim to achieve?
- What stage are you in?
- What are your next steps?
- How can the community help you (with skills, connections, etc.)?
Do you provide food and/or drinks?
Anything I can bring?
- Your curiosity and ideas
- Materials to present your project, if you want to
- An open mind and collaborative spirit to work with new and old friends
