Category: Blog

Austin in Common: Shaping our City’s Future, Together

Austin in Common, a first-of-its-kind event by Austin Community Foundation, brought all corners of our community together in support of a brighter, more equitable future for all of Central Texas.

The Women’s Fund: 20 Years of Impact

In honor of Women’s History Month, and to celebrate 20 years of impact, we’re exploring the history, achievements and future visions of the Women’s Fund—a signature program of Austin Community Foundation.

ACF Celebrates Significant Impact with Combined Grants Cycle

For the first time, nonprofits could easily seek funding from all three strategic programs using a single application in a record-breaking 2023 grants cycle.

2023 Year in Review

Before we dive full steam ahead into the New Year, let’s celebrate all we accomplished together in 2023. 

ACF Reinvests in Permanent Supportive Housing Development

Austin Community Foundation has provided a $2 million construction loan toward the development of Cady Lofts, a permanent supportive housing project underway in Central Austin.

Investment Fund, Endowment Fund, or Both?

Various fund types are available for consideration at Austin Community Foundation depending on your organization’s financial circumstances.

Why You Should Consider ACF versus a Commercial DAF

Establishing a donor advised fund at Austin Community Foundation is often a better fit for donors seeking a stronger, more impactful connection to Central Texas.

Volunteerism allows Capital IDEA to transform lives through education

ACF is excited to announce Capital IDEA as the 2023 recipient of the Jordan Award!

Six Years of Impact: the Hispanic Impact Fund

In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, we’re exploring the history, achievements and future visions of the Hispanic Impact Fund—a signature program of Austin Community Foundation.

Impact Investment Supports New Affordable Apartments in Austin

Foundation Communities recently broke ground on an affordable housing development in North Austin. Learn how a collaborative $900,000 impact investment helped make it happen.

Investment Options for Nonprofit Partners

One of the main benefits of establishing an agency fund at Austin Community Foundation is professional investment management.

The Benefits of Donating Stock in Any Economy