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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.

One Millionth Dollar Granted through the Hispanic Impact Fund

The Hispanic Impact Fund recently awarded $365,000 to 28 organizations working to advance economic opportunity for Latinos in Central Texas. This year marked significant milestones for the program’s growth including offering grants in a new impact area, Leadership Development, and awarding its one-millionth dollar since its founding in 2017.

Women’s Fund Awards Nearly $500,000 to Support Central Texas Women and Children

Leaders of the Women’s Fund Grants Committee announce the 2022 grant partners and share details about the grantmaking process.

Spotlight on FundATX Partner: PeopleFund

Housing Affordability & the Critical Role of Philanthropy