Dr. Robert McClendon was an inspiration for many.  It was his passion for giving back to the community that led him to co-found Fort Bend Cares in 2004.   Fort Bend Cares will look ahead and always hold the care, commitment, and leadership that Dr. Robert McClendon provided to our organization and give that back to the Fort Bend County community.

As a Medical Doctor, Dr. McClendon had a 40-year career in Family Medicine.  He was an Eagle Scout and a long time volunteer of Boy Scouts of America; he also had diverse involvement in other community nonprofits.  Bob saw a need in Fort Bend County that existed beyond medical care. Along with his good friend, Jim Rice, they founded Fort Bend Cares to address needs for children and families. Bob was a driving force in making an impact in Fort Bend serving under served youth. To honor his passing, the McClendon Family has asked that donations to Fort Bend Cares be given in lieu of flowers. If you wish to make a donation, please use the button.

Jim Rice is President of the engineering firm Rice and Gardner and has been a resident of Fort Bend County since 1981. He currently serves as a trustee on the FBISD School Board.  Jim is very involved in numerous civic organizations, especially the Boy Scouts of America, where he has been presented some of their highest awards for adult leadership.  Jim is an active member of Christ United Methodist Church where he has been involved with youth ministries and has chaired the church building committee.

Jim is married to Mary Walker and is the father of three Eagle Scout sons. Through his involvement in the Fort Bend Leadership Forum and his awareness of the issues facing the citizens of his county, he was led to co-found Fort Bend Cares Foundation.