Austin Community Foundation

Austin in Common brought together more than 1,750 unique community members over three incredible years. In addition to raising nearly $1.8 million to help close the opportunity gap in Central Texas, this event strengthened connections and built new ones—all in pursuit of a more equitable region.

If you attended or supported this event in any capacity, thank you. Take a look at all we achieved together on the blog.

What We Built Together Through Austin in Common | Austin Community Foundation Austin in Common brought together more than 1,750 community members and raised nearly $1.8 million to expand opportunity across Central Texas.

ACF's 2026 grant cycle for the Hispanic Impact Fund and Women's Fund is officially open! A collective $1.1 million in unrestricted, general operating support will be granted to Central Texas nonprofits, and you can apply for funding from either or both programs using one application. Start yours today and find helpful resources at austincf.org/grants.

Beginning Monday, June 1, eligible Central Texas nonprofits can apply for $1.1 million in funding through ACF’s Hispanic Impact Fund and Women’s Fund! If your organization is interested in applying, swipe for some FAQs and register for one of our informational webinars at austincf.org/grant-webinars.

Austin Community Foundation is proud to announce a $5 million investment through the Housing Accelerator Loan Fund to support four new affordable housing developments across Austin. From affordable homeownership opportunities led by diverse, woman-owned development teams, to rental housing near public transit, these investments will expand access to stable, attainable homes for our neighbors in North Loop, East Austin, and Crestview.

Learn more in our latest press release below.

Austin Community Foundation Invests $5 Million in Affordable Housing | Austin Community Foundation Austin Community Foundation Invests $5 Million in Affordable Housing | Austin Community Foundation

This week, a cross-disciplinary group of financial advisors, estate planning attorneys, and CPAs joined us for the inaugural meeting of ACF's Professional Advisors Council (PAC). Through the PAC, these trusted professionals will help strengthen connections within Central Texas’ advisor community and support our shared commitment to philanthropy and impact. We’re grateful for their partnership and excited for the meaningful work ahead!

Last week, more than 100 community members joined us for Latino Monologues y Dialogues—an evening celebrating the stories and leadership of Austin’s vibrant Latino community. There, Sylvia Acevedo shared her remarkable journey, reflecting on how education can transform lives and open countless doors. Her story reinforced a message central to the Hispanic Impact Fund’s mission: when Latinos have the opportunity to thrive, our entire region benefits.

This year, ACF's Hispanic Impact Fund will award $550,000 to nonprofits advancing economic mobility for Latino Central Texans. Learn more and support this work at austincf.org/hispanicimpactfund.