Category: Blog

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

New Legacy Society Honors Visionary Donors

Austin Community Foundation announces the Legacy Fund to honor and recognize donors who have taken the extraordinary step of including ACF in their estate plans.

GivingTuesday: A Global Celebration of Generosity  

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.  

Housing Affordability & the Critical Role of Philanthropy

Building a More Equitable Corporate Giving Program

Sara Watson, our Grants Management Specialist, shares a list of recommendations for creating a more equitable corporate giving program.

For Professional Advisors: Supporting a family’s culture of philanthropy

For many donors, the importance of a multi-generational family philanthropy plan is high on the radar, especially as more families recognize the value of rallying around critical social issues and community needs.

Donor Advised Funds Contribute to Stronger Communities

Donor-advised funds are a powerful philanthropic vehicle to address both urgent and long-term community needs. These funds, which can only be used for philanthropic purposes, allow donors to make a charitable contribution, receive an immediate tax benefit and recommend grants over time.