Nonprofits Funded in Travis County

To make every child's potential a reality by engaging and empowering families and communities to advocate for all children.

WAIT UNTIL 8TH EXISTS TO PROMOTE THE PUBLIC INTEREST BY 1) CONNECTING, SUPPORTING AND EMPOWERING PARENTS WHO CHOOSE TO DELAY GIVING THEIR CHILDREN A SMARTPHONE UNTIL AT LEAST THE END OF 8TH GRADE 2) EDUCATING PARENTS, SCHOOLS, HEALTHCARE PROVIDERS, AND THE PUBLIC ABOUT FACTS, RESEARCH AND INFORMATION REGARDING THE EFFECTS OF SMARTPHONE USAGE ON CHILDREN AND HOW TO RESPONSIBLY ALLOW SMARTPHONE USAGE AFTER 8TH GRADE AND BEYOND3) ADVOCATING FOR POLICIES IN ELEMENTARY AND MIDDLE SCHOOLS THAT LIMIT THE USE OF PERSONAL SMARTPHONES AND INTERNET-CONNECTED DEVICES

Allied Scholars for Animal Protection (ASAP) provides an orchestrated, unified, and sustainable infrastructure for animal advocacy at colleges and universities. Building ASAP chapters in universities will - for the first time - introduce a comprehensive nationwide framework for campus animal advocacy. We offer training, mentorship and on-the-ground logistical support to campus groups and leaders.

Our nonprofit organization is dedicated to providing emergency shelter and support services to women who are actively fleeing domestic abuse. Our primary exempt purpose is to provide these women a haven and empower them to take control of their lives. We believe every woman deserves to live without fear and have access to the resources and support she needs to rebuild her life.We also offer soft skill and college readiness training to youth. We believe that by investing in the next generation we can help to break the cycle of violence and create a brighter future for everyone. Our organization is committed to making a real difference in the lives of those we serve and we are proud to be a part of this important work.

Serving victims of human trafficking and prostitution by providing long term recovery services including housing counseling and case management referral services. We coordinate with local service providers for wrap around services to include health education financial literacy and life skills.

EDUCATING AND INSPIRING YOUNG PEOPLE TO ACHIEVE THROUGH INVOLVEMENT IN AND SUPPORT OF SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING AND MATHEMATICS (STEM) PROGRAMS AND ACTIVITIES, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, STEM-FOCUSED COMPETITION WITHIN ITS SERVICE AREA (THE COMMUNITY WITHIN THE BOUNDARIES OF THE EANES INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT, INCLUDING THE SCHOOLS THAT MAKE UP THAT DISTRICT).

ROBOTIC ACTIVITIES FOR CANYON VISTA MIDDLE SCHOOL STUDENTS. SUPPORTED 15 ROBOTICS COMPETITION TEAMS. ABOUT 500 STUDENTS TOOK PART IN THE ACTIVITIES AND BENEFITED.

Cedars International Academy inspires and nurtures a child's natural love for learning. We do this by providing a safe, supportive social and academic community where children are given the resources and opportunities to reach their full potential as they grow to be life-long learners.

Fellowship Southwest is an ecumenical regional network of Christians and partner ministries promoting compassion, justice and connection throughout the Southwest US. Our ministry includes a network of pastors serving migrants on both sides of the Mexican border as well as folks working to alleviate hunger, address systemic racial justice, promote compassionate immigration policies and support ministries among Native American tribes in the region.

The Austin Jazz Society AJS is a 501 c 3 nonprofit music and service organization formed to support all jazz genres and increase awareness appreciation and participation in the community. AJS presents educational programs assists jazz artists and promotes performances. We also recognize and honor the legacy of those local individuals and organizations that have made a positive contribution to the jazz art form over an extended time frame. We provide a platform for a sustainable youth jazz education program in the Austin area.

FASN's primary exempt purpose is: Support immigrants seeking political asylum and work to stop deportations, provide housing and living essentials for immigrants taking sanctuary, and accompany Austin-area immigrants to immigration appointments in San Antonio.

STUDENTS LEARN THROUGH ANNUAL PROJECTS AND ARE REWARDED FOR SUPERIOR ACCOMPLISHMENTS THROUGH A COMMUNITY SUPPORTED RIBBON AUCTION.

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The Texas Center for the Judiciary, Inc is the state's only organization funding continuing legal education programs for the state judiciary and court support personnel.

Teaching and education; consulting to organizations; trainings in organizational development, strategic planning, stakeholder processes, media and public speaking, event planning, issue development, environmental sustainability, facilitation, and decision-making.

THE ARC OF TEXAS IS THE OLDEST AND LARGEST NONPROFIT, VOLUNTEER ORGANIZATION IN THE STATE OF TEXAS COMMITTED TO CREATING OPPORTUNITIES FOR PEOPLE WITH INTELLECTUAL AND DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES TO BE INCLUDED IN THEIR COMMUNITIES AND TO MAKE CHOICES WHICH AFFECT THEIR LIVES.