Category: Impact Stories
How Volunteer Reviewers Help Shape Community Impact
Each year, ACF invites volunteer reviewers to help determine how philanthropic resources can best support local students and nonprofits. Community members review scholarship applications from students pursuing educational goals and proposals from nonprofits working to address local needs, gaining a closer look at the people and organizations shaping the region while bringing vital community perspective into ACF’s funding decisions.
Putting Down Roots: Affordable Homeownership at Persimmon Point
Learn about Austin Habitat for Humanity’s largest affordable homeownership project to date, supported by ACF’s Housing Accelerator Loan Fund.
El Buen Samaritano Helps Families Reach Their Highest Potential
The Hispanic Impact Fund and Women’s Fund at ACF share a community-led grants process. Learn what this means and why it matters.
Two First-Time Grant Partners Expand Access to Law & Healthcare Careers
Austin Community Foundation is excited to highlight two first-time grant partners whose work is opening pathways to economic mobility through leadership development and education.
Community-Led Grants Process: How Does it Work?
The Hispanic Impact Fund and Women’s Fund at ACF share a community-led grants process. Learn what this means and why it matters.
Opening Doors for Entrepreneurs: The Power of FundATX
For nearly a decade, Austin Community Foundation has partnered with PeopleFund through FundATX to expand access to capital for local entrepreneurs. Learn how impact investing helps small businesses like Flora Coffee build resilience and strengthen Central Texas communities.
From Crisis Intervention to Long-Term Healing: The SAFE Alliance
Cady Lofts Opens Doors to New Beginnings
Cady Lofts offers 100 supportive housing units for individuals exiting homelessness, made possible through Austin Community Foundation’s strategic investment.