Providing a home away from home

Offering no-cost temporary housing for individuals and caregivers undergoing treatment in Houston, Texas—

a comforting refuge on the path to healing.

Our Mission

The Ballard House is dedicated to providing compassionate support to individuals and their caregivers who travel to Houston, Texas for world-renowned medical treatment. We offer a temporary, no-cost home away from home, fostering a warm and welcoming environment that prioritizes safety and community. Our commitment is upheld by the generosity of the community, as we rely on their donations to extend comfort, care, and solace during challenging times. Together, we strive to be a beacon of hope, easing the burdens of those facing medical journeys by offering a place where healing begins with a supportive and nurturing embrace.

Our Impact

Join Us as We Launch Our New Campaign: 60 for 60
If just 1,000 supporters commit to $60 a month, together we can fully fund one year of care.

Click to Donate to this Campaign

Support The Ballard + Experience Houston Dynamo Soccer

The Ballard House is excited to partner with the Houston Dynamo to offer you a great opportunity to enjoy professional soccer while supporting families in need. When you purchase tickets through the link below, a portion of every ticket sold goes directly back to The Ballard House to help fund our mission of providing no-cost housing for patients and their caregivers.

Purchase Tickets Here

Available Matches:

The following matches at Shell Energy Stadium in Houston are currently available for ticket sales through our fundraising link:

Houston Dynamo FC vs. Vancouver Whitecaps FC on Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 7:30 PM CDT
Houston Dynamo vs. Austin FC on Saturday, July 25, 2026 at 7:30 PM CDT
Houston Dynamo FC vs. FC Dallas on Saturday, October 17, 2026 at 7:30 PM CDT

Spotlights

Guest Spotlight

Linda Rutledge
"I am Linda Rutledge, I reside at The Ballard House in Katy Texas. I am so grateful and thankful for the Ballard house and the staff and volunteers. The founder is Monty Ballard, the Ballard House by operates by Cinco Charities, provides free lodging for patients and caregivers receiving medical treatment. My stay at the Ballard House has made my illness bearable. I am always greeted with smiles and friendly faces. I’m greeted with hugs and asked can I do anything for you?The authenticity of kindness bring tears to my eyes however, I am so grateful God opened these doors. The hygiene is heaven sent. There’s always food around. The Ballard House is the epitome of greatness. The Ballard House operates in the spirit excellence. Linda from Birmingham, Alabama."
-Linda
Volunteer Spotlight

Lilly Hallquist
"Volunteering at The Ballard House every Wednesday morning has been a privilege and an honor that I deeply appreciate. It has truly become my favorite day of the week because it gives me a profound sense of belonging, joy, and purpose. Each week, I look forward to the warmth and love I receive from the other volunteers and staff as soon as I enter the building. Being welcomed with kind hugs, big smiles, and eyes full of gratitude simply because I am there sets the perfect tone for a day of helping others .I deeply value the opportunity I have at The Ballard House to connect, serve, and be part of the patients’ journeys. Being able to assist them in even the smallest ways—whether by bringing something they need to their room, helping make someone more comfortable, listening to their daily challenges, or simply offering a smile—means so much to me. At the end of my shift, I always leave feeling happy and fulfilled, reminded of the importance of compassion, community service, and human connection. I am grateful and blessed for the opportunity to serve as a floater at TBH. This experience has helped me far more than I could ever help others, and I hope to continue volunteering here for a very long time. Thank you TBH!"
-Lilly