from the bylaws of the Houston Astronomical Society

Article III: The [Houston Astronomical Society] is formed for educational and scientific purposes for individuals and groups, of all races, creeds and ethnic backgrounds without regard to sex, for the primary purposes of

• developing and implementing programs designed to foster awareness in individuals and in the community with regard to astronomical developments and achievements as well as promoting the science of astronomy, and
• making available to individuals and the community educational resources concerning astronomy.