Category: Blog
Hispanic Impact Fund Updates Grantmaking Strategy
The Hispanic Impact Fund updated its strategy to shape the grantmaking focus of the Fund.
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.
FundATX Investments Support COVID-19 Recovery
Austin Community Foundation, in partnership with the Michael & Susan Dell Foundation, made two impact investments in local and national Community Development Financial Institutions.
Women’s Fund Grants $400,000 with Racial Equity Lens
Local funders collaborate to increase COVID-19 vaccine equity
Austin Community Foundation partnered with St. David’s Foundation and United Way for Greater Austin to grant $415,000 towards improving COVID-19 vaccine confidence and equitable access.
Helping Central Texas Recover from Winter Storm Uri
Texas Fair Defense Project recognized for exceptional volunteerism
In 2020, Texas Fair Defense Project launched the Freedom to Drive Pro Bono program, which matches attorney volunteers with individuals who need help navigating the court system to regain their license. A fairly straightforward goal, but one that is facing nearly insurmountable odds due to systemic barriers and the ongoing pandemic.
Hispanic Impact Fund Awards $225,000 to 12 Nonprofit Organizations
A Reflection on 2020 by CEO Mike Nellis
ACF Welcomes New Board Members
Austin Community Foundation welcomes four new members to the Board of Governors. Get to know the new members.
Women’s Fund Revises Strategy Based on Racial Equity
The Women’s Fund is shifting its strategy to address and create a more equitable grantmaking strategy and process.