Membership
SPEAK. RESPRESENT. ADVOCATE.
Join the Texas Head Start Association
YOUR VOICE. YOUR NETWORK. YOUR MOVEMENT.
When you join the Texas Head Start Association, you become part of something larger than yourself. You become the voice of thousands of children and families across Texas. You become a representative of equity, access, and excellence. And most importantly, you become an advocate for the future of early childhood education in our state.
Whether you're a Head Start staff member, director, program, student, or simply a passionate supporter—there’s a place for you at TXHSA.
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Become a Program Member
Membership Benefits
By becoming a member of TXHSA, you gain more than access—you gain alignment with a movement. Our members are at the forefront of shaping Head Start’s future in Texas, and our Association ensures that your voice is heard and your efforts are supported at every level.
A Strong Voice
We bring your concerns, insights, and needs to the attention of state legislators, Congress, and federal leaders. Our advocacy efforts ensure that policy decisions are informed by those who work directly with children and families.
Learning & Leadership
Gain discounted access to TXHSA’s renowned conferences, leadership summits, and professional training opportunities. Stay ahead of best practices and emerging innovations.
Exclusive Tools & Resources
From funding updates to policy briefs and ready-to-use documents, our resource hub is curated to help you lead with excellence.
Connection & Community
Meet, collaborate, and grow alongside a statewide network of Head Start professionals, leaders, and supporters who share your mission and drive.
Partner Opportunities
Get access to new statewide and national initiatives designed to strengthen early childhood services—and your program’s outcomes.
Give the benefits of TXHSA to your entire workgroup.
All the benefits of an Individual Plan plus access for up to 10 workgroup members.
Plan terms: January 1 - December 31
Memberships are valid from January 1 to December 31 and do not automatically renew.
Please ensure to renew your membership manually at the end of the year to continue enjoying services.
Fewer than $1 Million
425
Valid for one year
$1–5 million
925
Valid for one year
$5-10 million
1,525
Valid for one year
$10–25 million
2,525
Valid for one year
$25–50 million
3,525
Valid for one year
Over $50 million
4,525
Valid for one year
Membership Plans by Program Size
Investment based on program size.
Make the Investment That Makes a Difference
Your membership supports more than your professional growth. It fuels advocacy, education, and equity for all of Texas’s youngest learners. When we speak, we are heard. When we represent, we lead. When we advocate, we change lives.
Ready to Join?
✔️ Align yourself with statewide impact
✔️ Access vital tools and training
✔️ Be the voice of Head Start in Texas
JOIN TODAY!
Individual Plans
Individual member plans offer the same great benefits as Program Plans for Head Start Parents, Caregivers, Guardians, Alumni, General, Professional, and Higher Education Personnel.
Plan terms: January 1 - December 31
SELECT YOUR PLAN
Memberships are valid from January 1 to December 31 and do not automatically renew.
Please ensure to renew your membership manually at the end of the year to continue enjoying services.
Parent, Caregiver, or Guardian
10
Valid for one year
Head Start Alumni
20
Valid for one year
Student
25
Valid for one year
Head Start Staff
50
Valid for one year
Friend/Head Start Alumni Professional
75
Valid for one year
Academic (Higher Education Personnel)
100
Valid for one year
Individual Membership Plans
Find one that works for you
Affiliate Member
Affiliate plans offer the same benefits as Program Plans for State Collaboration, Nonprofits Other than Head Start Grant Recipients, Universities, Colleges and Research Organizations.
Plan terms: January 1 - December 31
SELECT YOUR PLAN
Memberships are valid from January 1 to December 31 and do not automatically renew.
Please ensure to renew your membership manually at the end of the year to continue enjoying services.
State Collaboration
100
Valid for one year
Nonprofits
500
Valid for one year
Universities, Colleges, or Research Orgs
600
Valid for one year
Affiliate Membership Plans
Find one that works for your organization
Associate Member
Associate member plans offer the same great benefits as Program Plans for small businesses and corporations.
Plan terms: January 1 - December 31
SELECT YOUR PLAN
Memberships are valid from January 1 to December 31 and do not automatically renew.
Please ensure to renew your membership manually at the end of the year to continue enjoying services.
Small Business- Less than $1 Million
575
Valid for one year
Small Business- less than $5 Million
725
Valid for one year
Corporations- greater than $5 Million
1,025
Valid for one year
Associate Membership Plans
Find one that works for your corporation
What Members Are Saying...
Head Start Director, South Texas
TXHSA has helped us stay connected, trained, and ready to advocate for our families.
Classroom Teacher, Dallas
Being a member made me feel like my voice really mattered in shaping policies that impact my students.