Category: Blog
Impact Investment Catalyzes New Affordable, Supportive Housing
Affordable housing can take many forms, and a myriad of financing sources is necessary to create the spectrum of housing options needed in our community.
Women’s Fund Drives Impact Through Data
Women’s Fund investor Sujata Ajmera talks about new research and how data informs the grantmaking strategy of the Women’s Fund.
The Black Fund Awards $355,000 to 21 Nonprofits
Kendra Garrett, the co-founder of The Black Fund, shares details about the fund’s inaugural grants to 21 organizations working to improve life for Black people in Central Texas.
First Look at New Affordable Homes in Austin
Hispanic Impact Fund Kicks Off New Event Series: Latino Monologues y Dialogues
2022 Year in Review
The Women’s Fund Confronts Racial Disparities in Maternal Health Care
GivingTuesday: A Global Celebration of Generosity
The Case for Prop A
The $350 million affordable housing general obligation bond proposition is one strategy to accelerate progress and not further risk undermining our city’s remarkable economic growth.
Collaboration Amplifies Impact for Housing Affordability
To address the housing crisis, we must work collaboratively across sectors toward solutions that benefit the entire community. The upcoming housing bond by the City of Austin presents an opportunity to support a wide spectrum of housing programs that reflect the community vision and the market reality.
Unlock the Philanthropic Potential of Business Interests
Charitable giving can encompass so much more than cash donations. One of the unique aspects of Austin Community Foundation is our ability and flexibility to accept gifts of closely held business interests.
New Members Join ACF Board
Austin Community Foundation welcomes two new members to the Board of Governors: Toya Bell and Montse Fuentes. Learn more about them.