Giving Back on Giving Tuesday
Giving With Purpose: Invest Into Your Community
While the goal is to support the diverse array of local nonprofits year round, it’s time to step it up a notch and uplift these pillars that are serving this community day in and day out.
Dress for Success Austin
Empowering women from the outside in, Dress for Success Austin provides not only professional attire to inspire confidence, but offers support and career development tools to enable women to achieve economic independence. Aid their mission by donating gently used, professional women’s clothing, support them financially, or volunteer at this incredible organization making an impact in lives of Austin women.
701 Tillery St., Ste. A-5 | Austin.dressforsuccess.org
Allies Against Slavery
Made up of an ambitious, intelligent, and compassionate group of “ordinary abolitionists,” Allies Against Slavery is fighting against one of the most insidious issues facing not only our city, but the nation as a whole: modern day slavery. Visit their website to learn more about human trafficking and how to protect victims throughout the state or to donate to their cause and make an impact in the astonishing number of victims falling into modern day slavery.
alliesagainstslavery.org
Six Square
This organization’s name is derived from East Austin’s designated Black cultural district. The organization itself that works to preserve the history of Central East Austinand works to cultivate arts and culture in the city. Through a variety of programs, they celebrate and uplift the cultural contributions of Black Austinites.
6001 W Parmer Ln., Ste. 370 | sixsquare.org
LifeWorks
The core of LifeWorks mission is to provide resources for youth and families seeking self-sufficiency. This unfolds in a multitude of ways, with programs dedicated to housing, counseling, and education and workforce training. By empowering and supporting those establishing independence, LifeWorks gives dignity to the people that they serve. 835 N Pleasant Valley Rd. | lifeworkaustin.org
Blackland Community Development Corporation
Blackland CDC provides housing and support to to vulnerable populations in East Austin, working to make sure that rising housing costs are not prohibitive. Volunteers can help by maintaining facilities, cleaning up the community, and even building homes.
1902 E 22nd St. | blacklandcdc.org
VELA
By framing disability as diversity and empowering families with knowledge and resources, VELA creates resilience and community in the face of adversity. When a child is newly diagnosed with a disability, the process of understanding and meeting the child’s needs can be extremely overwhelming for families. The best way to support VELA and their families they serve is with monetary contributions.
4900 Gonzales St. | velafamilies.org
Austin Music Foundation
AMF is dedicated to supporting Austin’s thriving independent music scene. With year-round music business training, including workshops, panels, networking events, and one-one consultations with industry professionals, AMF offers vital career support to artists at no cost. Additionally, their selective Artist Development Program offers personalized, tailored mentoring to some of the most talented local musicians.
1333 Shore District Dr., Ste. 600 | austinmusicfoundation.org
Central Texas Food Bank
In the fight to end hunger, CTFB brings good food to those who need it in Travis county and beyond. Through food delivery, advocacy, educational programs, and partnering with charitable and government entities, CTFB works to bring relief to families in need through a variety of ways. For those looking to donate food, individuals and organizations can learn more about hosting a Virtual Food Drive by visiting their website.
6500 Metropolis Dr. | centraltexasfoodbank.org
Austin Community Foundation
AFC is a grantmaking organization, awarding grants and scholarships to charities in the local community, looking to support areas of greatest need and opportunity. By philanthropically investing in Austin, AFC seeks to create a brighter future for all Austinites.
4315 Guadalupe St., Ste. 300 | austincf.org
Latinitas
Latinitas is a bilingual organization seeking to empower young Latinas in after-school clubs and camps by teaching students to innovate and create with media and technology. Latinitas makes space for young learners to express themselves and creates educational opportunities accessible for all girls.
1023 Springdale Rd., Bldg. 9E | latinitasonline.org
Meals on Wheels Central Texas
Aiding senior citizens through homemade pre-prepared meal delivery and other in-home care services, Meals on Wheels Central Texas makes independent living possible. Most of their meals are delivered to recipients by volunteers. They are currently seeking local volunteers, so make sure to visit their website to learn how to support homebound clients in the Austin area.
3227 E 5th St.| mealsonwheelscentraltexas.org
Austin Bat Cave
This organization is lighting a fire in young minds by teaching students (primarily those attending Title 1 schools) to express themselves through creative writing. Their belief in the power of words inspires joy, brings out bravery, and promotes self-expression. Wordsmiths and educators can volunteer their time and expertise. Everyone can support this mission and uplift overlooked voices by purchasing an ABC anthology of student writings.
austinbatcave.org
