About
DePelchin

Envisioning a world in which every child is safe and healthy.

About Us

DePelchin Children’s Center supports and sustains children and the families who care for them. Some of our programs, such as parenting classes and counseling, preserve and strengthen families. Other services, such as foster care and adoption, ensure children have the care and support they need to overcome trauma, both now and in the future. Our work is driven by our belief that all children should be part of safe, loving homes.

DePelchin has been serving children and families in the Houston area since our founding in 1892. Our programs and services have evolved throughout our history, but our commitment to helping children has never changed. Today we also provide services in and around Austin, Lubbock and San Antonio, and we gratefully receive support from individuals, foundations, corporations, and government grants.

OUR VISION

We envision a world in which every child is safe and healthy.

OUR MISSION

We strengthen the lives of children by enhancing their mental health and physical well-being.

Our Founding Story

DePelchin Children’s Center was founded by Kezia Payne DePelchin in 1892.

A Message from
Our Staff

Founded in 1892, DePelchin Children Center’s mission is to strengthen the lives of children by enhancing their mental health and physical well-being. DePelchin is based in Houston and also serves children and families in and around Austin, San Antonio, and Lubbock.

About DePelchin