Community Involvement
Publicly Documented Civic, Educational, and Cultural Associations
Public institutional sources document Brij and Sunita Agrawal's involvement with education, health care, and community organizations in the Houston area.
India House Houston
Community SupportIndia House Houston's public leadership page lists Brij Agrawal as a trustee and lists Brij and Sunita Agrawal together among board members.
The organization describes itself as a Houston non-profit community center whose programs and services are open across the community.
Community Programs
- Community support, including food distribution and citizenship services
- Wellness and fitness programs, including yoga and meditation
- Children's activities such as art, soccer, and chess
- Senior programs, including technology classes and chair yoga
- Community clinic and family or immigration law consultation programs
Indo-American Chamber of Commerce of Greater Houston
Business CommunityBrij Agrawal has been publicly profiled by the Indo-American Chamber of Commerce of Greater Houston.
The Chamber profile summarizes his engineering, manufacturing, restaurant, and community background.
University of Houston
Distinguished Alumnus / MentorIn addition to their financial contributions, Brij has lent his time to UH in volunteer roles. He was a member of the UH Engineering fundraising committee and has served as a mentor to engineering students.
The University of Houston recognized Brij's contributions by naming him a Distinguished Alumnus of the Cullen College of Engineering in 2007.
"A terrific example of the power of higher education… pursued with persistence and dedication."
— UH Leadership, Distinguished Alumnus Award Ceremony
Furthermore, UH has permanently honored the couple by dedicating the Brij and Sunita Agrawal Auditorium in Sugar Land in 2022.
Franchise Industry Leadership
Past LeadershipHouston Chronicle coverage of Brij's 2007 University of Houston alumni recognition documented his Subway franchise work and related industry service:
Subway Franchisee Advertising Fund Trust (Houston)
Brij held leadership with the Houston Subway Franchisee Advertising Fund Trust, helping support market-level advertising strategy for area Subway franchisees.
Subway Independent Purchasing Cooperative
Brij was also involved with Subway's Independent Purchasing Cooperative, the national Subway franchise procurement body.
Other Civic Roles
Advisor / MemberThe Agrawals have been involved with other community initiatives:
Foundation for India Studies
Brij is listed as an advisor with the Foundation for India Studies, which works to preserve Indian heritage in Houston.
Additional Giving Relationships
Their community giving also reaches organizations such as Arya Samaj of Greater Houston, the Indo-American Charity Foundation, Sugar Land first-responder initiatives, and local health care and education programs.
Personal Mentorship
Houston Chronicle coverage of Brij's 2007 University of Houston alumni recognition reported that he had invited scholarship students to his home during holidays, providing mentorship and a social network for young people.
Foundation Information
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