PURPOSE. DISCIPLINE. POSSIBILITY.
Stand on
your square.
Build your future.
Your circumstances don't have to determine your future. Through mentorship and education, Raul Collins helps young people take ownership of what comes next.
Raul Collins
Retired Senior Police Officer · Mentor · Community Advocate
A purpose that continues.
MEET RAUL COLLINS
Experience that
connects.
A story that inspires.
Raised in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Raul found refuge on the basketball court after childhood violence disrupted his family. With his mother’s encouragement and the guidance of coaches, his pastor, and grandparents, he learned the power of discipline and mentorship.
Basketball opened doors to scholarships at Holmes Junior College and Texas Southern University, where he earned a bachelor’s degree in Sociology. His journey later led him to public health and 26 years of service with the Houston Police Department.
Following his retirement in 2024, he continues that work through Collins Stand on My Square LLC—helping young people discover purpose and strengthening understanding between citizens and law enforcement.
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As a high-school starting center, Raul helped his team earn state and district championships. At Holmes Junior College, he earned an associate’s degree and athletic recognition including MVP, First Team All-Conference, and All-Region 23 honors.
At Texas Southern University, he studied Sociology, served as president of the Sociology Club, and played on the university’s first NCAA Tournament team. He later pursued professional basketball opportunities and traveled to Cuba and Mexico with a Fellowship of Christian Athletes team.
Before joining the Houston Police Department, Raul spent two years as a Disease Intervention Specialist with the Houston Health Department. Across sports, public health, policing, and mentorship, his purpose has remained rooted in service.
THE WORK CONTINUES
Lessons for life.
Connections that matter.
Personal experience meets practical encouragement for young people, schools, and the wider community.
Youth mentorship
Encouraging responsibility, hard work, education, and purposeful career choices—so young people can see possibilities beyond their current circumstances.
Prevention & awareness
Anti-bullying and anti-vaping education that creates space for conversations about choices, respect, and personal responsibility.
Community & police
Drawing on 26 years of law-enforcement experience to promote safe, constructive interactions and greater understanding between citizens and police officers.
SHOWING UP. MAKING A CONNECTION.
“Stand on his square, take responsibility for his life, and encourage others to do the same.”
THE MISSION OF COLLINS STAND ON MY SQUARE
SERVICE & RECOGNITION
A commitment
recognized.
An impact that lives on.
Recognition across a career devoted to education, mentorship, and community service.
President’s Lifetime Achievement Award
Recognition for a lifelong commitment to volunteer service.
Alief ISD Volunteer of the Year
Honored for outstanding contributions to Alief Independent School District.
Mayor’s Volunteer Houston recognition
Commended by the City of Houston for outstanding volunteer service.
A foundation in people and learning
B.A. in Sociology, Texas Southern University, 1995. Instructor Proficiency certification, 2007.
Mentorship in the spotlight
A 2011 KHOU 11 feature highlighted Raul’s work with students at Pershing Middle School and his message of forgiveness and possibility.
INVITE RAUL TO YOUR NEXT EVENT
A real story.
A lasting conversation.
Bring Raul Collins to your school, youth organization, or community event for a conversation about perseverance, responsibility, and building a purposeful future.
From adversity to purpose
Lessons from basketball, education, and a life of service.
Choices that shape a future
Discipline, mentorship, bullying prevention, and vaping awareness.
Building community understanding
Encouraging constructive connections between citizens and police.
For a speaking inquiry, include your organization, event date, location, audience, and preferred topic.
Email Raul to book a speaking engagementSUPPORT THE MISSION
Help the work
continue.
Support Collins Stand on My Square LLC and its mission to encourage young people through mentorship, education, and community outreach.
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