Why ACF?

Where giving does more good.

Founded in 1977, Austin Community Foundation is your trusted partner in philanthropy in Central Texas. Our experienced team collaborates with community-minded individuals, families, and businesses to create greater impact, together. No matter how you want to give back, we can help you turn your generosity into a force for good.

Ways to give

The ACF advantage

Austin Community Foundation is uniquely positioned to amplify the impact of your philanthropy. We are rooted in a mission to serve our community’s needs and focus our energy on supporting donors like you.

  • Local expertise

    We are experts in our communities—connecting donors with nonprofits and causes that transform lives.

  • Greater impact

    When you give through or give to ACF, you join a powerful community of people with a common goal—to make Austin a better place for everyone today and well into the future.

  • Tailored solutions

    Each donor is unique. We offer personalized services to help you craft a giving strategy that reflects your priorities and preferences.

  • Creative giving

    Donate a variety of complex, illiquid assets. Our knowledgeable team can quickly vet an opportunity to help you maximize a situation.

  • Fees that support the community

    Unlike other institutions, fees at ACF are reinvested into the community and support our ability to develop innovative solutions to the challenges we face here in Central Texas.

Fundholder Spotlight

Amy Bell follows her passion for community.

Amy Bell has dedicated her professional and personal life to advancing food access, equity, security, and sustainability. Shortly after moving to Austin in 2016, she opened a donor advised fund at ACF to support her philanthropy. Since then she has relied on the Foundation to increase her knowledge of and connection to smaller, grassroots organizations that may otherwise be overlooked or unknown to commercial DAF providers.

Read Amy's story
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