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February 2011
News from the Austin Community Foundation
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Welcome to New ACF Supporters!
The ACF newsletter is sent to donors, supporters, grantees, current and former board members and others in the community who are a part of the Austin Community Foundation. This is your foundation. We're here to help you meet your philanthropic goals.
If you have any questions about the Austin Community Foundation, starting or managing a fund, applying for a grant or just learning more about what we do, I invite you to explore our website or give us a call. We look forward to working with you! |
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 New 2011 ACF Board At the turn of the year, Jolynn Free (left) became the new ACF Board Chair. She was joined by new board members Gigi Bryant and Chris Harte. ACF would like to thank former Board Chair Sylvia Acevedo for her service to the foundation in 2010. We invite you to reach out to the new ACF Board. Just contact MariBen Ramsey, interim president and CEO, for more information. |
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What Philanthropists Need to Know
Recently, ACF and United Way partnered to host Jason Sabo, United Way's man at the Capitol, who spoke about the effect the Legislature's budget cuts will have on our nonprofits.
He urged philanthropists and donors to learn everything they can about the cuts and respond as best they could to the needs, pointing out low-income elderly and children in particular as demographic groups most as risk.
We also urge you to learn more about this issue. Please see the cover story of the latest issue of GivingCity Austin, "Philanthropy at the Gate," for an overview of the situation and an interview with Sabo, and share it with your colleagues.
"Philanthropy at the Gate"
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 Nominate an Outstanding Woman
Each year, Con Mi Madre's Corazon Awards recognize outstanding women who have made a significant impact in our community through individual excellence and high levels of accomplishment.
To nominate someone for a Corazon Award, click here. Nominations are being accepted though Feb. 15. and winners will be honored at the annual brunch on May 1.
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Saving Paper, Saving Money
Susan Finfer, ACF finance director, is proud of the work ACF has done to save money and trees. Starting in January, checks issued for scholarship awards will now include both the check itself and the issue letter on a single sheet of paper.
"We'll save staff time and letterhead by putting both in a single document," she says. Finfer and the finance department have been working towards this for months. "It took a lot of communication with the printer," she says, "but it's worth it!"
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Welcome New ACF Staff
Please welcome Rachel Lasseter, grants associate, and Nikki Howell, adminstrative associate to the ACF team. Both are happy to take your calls regarding general ACF information and grant applications.
As the staff continues to grow, we hope to be able to serve your needs better and make a bigger impact on the community.
PLEASE NOTE: ACF is currently seeking a finance associate . To learn more about the position, click here. |
Thank you, Nancy!
Thanks to Nancy Woolley, program director of Brightleaf Preserve and an avid photographer, for allowing us to use her beautiful photographs in the newsletter.
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More News
2010 Holiday Party at Bauer House
Graciela and Chancellor Cigarroa graciously hosted the ACF Board Meeting and Holiday Party at The University of Texas System Bauer House. Board members, former board members, spouses, partners, and fund holders attended this annual event. We were pleased to gather 100 or so of our biggest supporters in the beautifully decorated home.
For photos from the
event,
click here.
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Nominate a
"New Philanthropist"
GivingCity Austin is looking for the next generation of philanthropy leaders to be featured on our next cover story.
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Connect with ACF
If you're on Facebook, Twitter or LinkedIn, please connect with the Austin Community Foundation. We use these outlets to share news about Austin and the progess we're making toward building a stronger community.
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GENEROSITY MULTIPLIED
We invite you to learn more about the many opportunities for philanthropy
at all levels in Central Texas. Visit us at austincf.org. |
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