ACF continues to grow! This time, we're excited to hire an Investment Accounting Manager who will provide experienced compliance, accounting, and other financial support for all of the Foundation's investment activities. Interested in learning more? Visit austincf.org/careers to get more details and apply.
Austin Community Foundation
Philanthropic Fundraising Services
Austin, Texas 3,581 followers
The catalyst for generosity in Austin.
About us
Austin Community Foundation mobilizes ideas and resources to strengthen Central Texas. Our work and leadership are focused on closing the opportunity gap through advancing economic mobility and affordable housing. Founded: 1977 Assets : $447 million Endowed assets: 39% Funds: 1,375 Scholarships awarded in 2022: $915,000 Grants awarded in 2022: $52.7 million (including Donor Advised Funds) Offering popular donor tools: donor advised funds, memorial funds, endowments, scholarship funds, charitable gift annuities, planned giving and impact investing. Accepting assets for charitable donation: real estate, appreciated stock, closely-held stock, life insurance, retirement funds, charitable trusts, bequests, business interests and cryptocurrency.
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http://www.austincf.org
External link for Austin Community Foundation
- Industry
- Philanthropic Fundraising Services
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Austin, Texas
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1977
- Specialties
- endowment, memorial fund, investment, social capital, appreciated stock, charitable donation, donor advised funds, planned giving, bequests, philanthropy, grants, Donor Advised Funds, family foundation alternative, and impact investing
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Primary
4315 Guadalupe Street Suite 300
Austin, Texas 78751, US
Employees at Austin Community Foundation
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📢 Less than one week left! 📢 Remember to apply for a grant by Wednesday, July 31. Our single application allows Central Texas nonprofits to request funding from either or both the Hispanic Impact Fund and Women's Fund. Learn more about this year's grants cycle and access all application resources here: https://lnkd.in/gqiFN9gR
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Last week, ACF hosted Agency Fund 101 to onboard new nonprofit fundholders and provide a refresher for our existing partners. Under the agency fund umbrella, we offer two options to benefit nonprofits: an endowment fund for those wanting to maintain assets in perpetuity, and an investment fund for those wanting to invest assets with more flexibility. Learn about the advantages of each option on our blog: https://lnkd.in/gZkEmJ9a.
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We're proud to partner with Q2 to support their grantmaking efforts. Don't miss out on this year's grant opportunity—nonprofit organizations are encouraged to apply by August 2, 2024.
We are thrilled to announce the third annual Q2 Philanthropy Fund grant application cycle, supporting non-profit organizations across the globe. 🎉 The Q2 Philanthropy Fund was established to further Q2’s mission to help build strong and diverse communities. In celebration of our 20th anniversary, Q2 is increasing the award amount from $120,000 to $150,000 to support and further the missions of nonprofits worldwide. Read the press release to learn more about the opportunity and grant application details! ➡️ https://bit.ly/3S3Er2A #Q2Spark #Q2PhilanthropyFund #CorporateGiving #NonProfits
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ACF is excited to hire an Operations and Service Coordinator to join our growing team! This position will serve as our Office Support Lead and provide meaningful administrative support to the Foundation office and staff. Sound like a great fit for you or someone you know? Visit austincf.org/careers to learn more and apply.
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Please join us in congratulating Adiee Gonzales, Melissa Holden, and Sara Watson on their recent promotions! While we promote staff more frequently than we share, a group of this size feels indicative of the exciting place we're in as an organization. We look forward to continuing to grow—and grow with—our amazing team.
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Calling all Central Texas nonprofits—there's still time! Apply for a grant from the Hispanic Impact Fund and/or Women's Fund by July 31. This grants cycle, ACF will award $1 million in unrestricted, general operating grants, and nonprofits can apply for one or both opportunities using our single application. Learn more and get started at austincf.org/grants.
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We're proud to highlight our transformative partnership with LiveOak Ventures, an early-stage venture capital firm that invests not only in promising startups but also in our Central Texas community. Since their inception over a decade ago, we've helped LiveOak create and expand their charitable giving programs. Read the full story for a powerful example of what's possible when you manage your philanthropy with ACF.
Impact Story - LiveOak Ventures
austincf.org
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We're excited to announce that ACF is now accepting applications for the 2024 Jordan Award! This award recognizes an organization that excels in harnessing volunteer efforts to drive positive community impact. This year, we're awarding $9,500—our largest amount to date! Central Texas nonprofits are invited to apply by August 15 at bit.ly/JordanAward2024.
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ACF accepts a wide variety of complex assets, and one impactful but often overlooked method of giving is real estate. Donating real estate offers numerous benefits for you and your community, regardless of the property type. You can learn more about this unique form of philanthropy in our latest blog: https://lnkd.in/gKe_NF6p
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