Category: Blog
Tax Law Changes & What Donors Need to Know
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act brings major tax changes for donors in 2025. Learn how Austin Community Foundation can help you maximize your giving and understand new deduction rules.
ACF’s Award-Winning Housing Accelerator Spurs New Homes
Austin Community Foundation’s commitment to improving housing affordability across Central Texas continues to gain momentum—earning local recognition and fueling new investments that help more families find a place to call home.
Year-End Deadlines & Reminders for 2025
Review tips and reminders to maximize year-end giving and tax-planning.
Meet Our 2025 Jordan Award Recipients
Austin Community Foundation is proud to announce the 2025 Jordan Award recipients to two Central Texas nonprofits, each receiving $11,500 in support of their work.
Reflections on the First Forever Austin Fund Grant Cycle
In its inaugural year, Austin Community Foundation’s Forever Austin Fund awarded $2.3 million to 99 nonprofits across Central Texas. Built on legacy gifts, the Fund responds to today’s challenges while honoring donor intent. Learn what we’re celebrating, what we’re learning, and how this permanent fund will shape the region’s future.
Fundholders See Philanthropy in Action
Austin Community Foundation fundholders gathered at Community First! Village to share breakfast, connect with peers, and witness the impact of their giving. Together, we’re sparking new ideas for philanthropy and building a stronger Central Texas.
Give Outside the Box
Donating complex assets to a donor-advised fund (DAF) at Austin Community Foundation can reduce your tax burden and amplify your giving power for years to come.
Shape Your Legacy, Your Way
ACF offers a meaningful way to shape a philanthropic future that reflects your values and supports the community you love.
What’s Next for Your DAF? Start a Succession Plan
Creating a succession plan for your donor advised fund is a meaningful step toward building a legacy rooted in your values, and ACF is here to help.