GGATX Toolbox: Your Guide to Austin's Community Resources
How To Use This Toolbox
1. Pick your entry point: Giving, volunteering, advocacy, or leadership.
2. Choose 1–2 resources that align with your interests.
3. Take action this month: attend an event, start a mentorship, make your first gift, or volunteer.
4. Share your journey with the GGATX network to inspire others.
Austin is full of organizations, networks, and programs that can help you learn, connect, and take action.
This is a partial and growing list — just like GGATX itself! We’ll continue adding the incredible people and organizations making a difference in our community.
If you know of a resource we should feature, we’d love to hear from you. Thanks for helping us grow this toolbox together.
Nonprofit & Community Networks
Get connected to the heart of Austin’s nonprofit ecosystem.
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Austin Together – Collaborations that strengthen local nonprofits.
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Mission Capital – Resources, leadership programs, and consulting for nonprofit leaders.
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I Live Here, I Give Here – Austin’s central hub for giving campaigns, like Amplify Austin.
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Center for Nonprofit Studies at ACC – Education, research, and community insight.
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One Voice Central Texas – A coalition advocating for human services in Austin.
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United Way for Greater Austin – Programs and volunteer opportunities that serve local families.
Use these networks to find nonprofits, volunteer opportunities, and advocacy campaigns that match your passions.
Education & Professional Development
Build your skills for impact.
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Nonprofit Management Programs (UT Austin & St. Edward’s University) – Professional certificates and courses.
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RGK Center Portfolio Program – Hands-on learning in philanthropy and nonprofit leadership.
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Nonprofit Library at ACC – Free access to books, research, and grant-writing tools.
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Grant Professionals Association – Central Texas Chapter – Connect with experts in fundraising.
If you want to lead or start a nonprofit career, these are your training grounds.
Philanthropy & Next-Gen Giving
Learn how to give strategically and amplify your impact.
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Fidelity Charitable Next Gen Fellows – Programs for 18–45 year olds exploring philanthropy.
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21/64 – Tools and workshops designed for next-gen givers.
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Exponent Philanthropy & National Center for Family Philanthropy – Resources for donor-advised funds, family giving, and impact strategies.
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Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors – Practical guides on aligning values with giving.
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Logictry – A platform for building interactive “logic trees” that help families, nonprofits, and next-gen leaders clarify values, simplify decisions, and design impact strategies. Used in Austin to guide philanthropy and strengthen community initiatives.
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SVP Austin — A membership-based network of philanthropists who provide pro bono strategic advising, connections, and capacity-building support to Central Texas nonprofits. SVP Austin focuses on advancing economic mobility, equity, and well-being, while also engaging next-generation leaders in deep, hands-on philanthropy.
A research-driven guide exploring how young adults (ages 25–40) want to engage with multigenerational wealth, philanthropy, and legacy. Offers insights into communication preferences, learning styles, and meaningful engagement.
If you want to lead or start a nonprofit career, these are your training grounds.
Not just writing a check—learn how to give in ways that create lasting change.
Volunteering & Advocacy
Get hands-on in shaping Austin’s future.
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AmeriCorps – Volunteering in Texas – National service programs right here in Austin.
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Alliance for Justice – Bolder Advocacy – Guidance for engaging in advocacy as nonprofits or individuals.
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Young Nonprofit Professionals Network of Austin – Build your career and connections while serving.
Step into leadership through service and advocacy—it starts with showing up.
Research, Data & Funding
Understand the big picture and find funding opportunities.
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Austin Area Sustainability Indicators – Track how Austin is doing across social, environmental, and economic health.
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Community Advancement Network (CAN) – Research on community needs and progress.
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DSHS Funding Alerts & Texas Grants Resource Center – Stay updated on funding and grant opportunities.
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Texas Connector – Mapping tool for nonprofits and community resources.
Data and funding are the backbone of impact—use them to make smart decisions.
Wealth & Philanthropy Advisors
Partner with institutions that can guide your giving.
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Austin Community Foundation – Local hub for charitable funds and impact investing.
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Major Wealth Firms (JP Morgan, Morgan Stanley, Fidelity, Schwab, etc.) – Philanthropic services for donors.
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Specialized Foundations (Jewish Foundation of Austin, Catholic Foundation, UT Foundation) – Targeted giving opportunities.
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Advisory Groups (Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors, Vanguard Charitable, American Endowment Foundation, etc.) – Resources for structuring long-term giving.
If you’re ready to go deeper with financial generosity, these advisors can help.
Featured Readings & Reports
Explore what’s shaping next-gen philanthropy.
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Generation Impact: How Next Gen Donors Are Revolutionizing Giving – Goldseker & Moody (2017).
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Millennial Philanthropy: Next Generation Fund Development – Miori (2023).
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Next Generation of Philanthropy Report – IU Lilly Family School of Philanthropy (2025).
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Foundation Source – Gen Z and Millennials Look Beyond Financial Contributions to Take a Holistic Approach to Charitable Giving
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Qgiv – Generational Giving Report: Millennial Fundraising Trends
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PR Newswire – Gen Z and Millennials Look Beyond Financial Contributions to Take a Holistic Approach to Charitable Giving
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Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) – How Different Generations Give: Four Things You Need to Know
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Blackbaud – New Report: Gen Z Philanthropic Giving Behavior
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Lilly Family School of Philanthropy (Indiana University) – Next Generation Donors’ Charitable Giving Interests and Approaches
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Ren – Understanding Generational Giving Trends
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CCS Fundraising – Finding, Engaging, and Retaining the Next Donor Generation
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CNBC – Wealthy Millennials and Gen Z are Redefining Philanthropy
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Nonprofits Source – 2024 Charitable Giving Statistics, Trends & Data
Knowledge is power. Read, learn, and apply these insights to your Austin journey.
Upcoming Events
Turning Generosity Into Impact
On September 29, Giving Generation ATX (GGATX) gathered an incredible room of givers, doers, and future leaders — and the energy was electric.
✨ Huge thanks to our host Emma Morris and our emcee Marty Murad, BAS for keeping us inspired (and laughing!).
✨ Deep gratitude to our impact speakers Terry P. Mitchell and Sarah Taylor for sharing the why, the know-how, and the joy behind this movement.
✨ And to One Skye Foundation, Karen Brimble & Ray Brimble, our partners, and sponsors — thank you for believing in a more generous Austin and for helping us turn momentum into impact.
This is just the beginning.
Stay tuned for our December event!
January Gathering: Save the Date!
We’re already looking ahead to our next GGATX event — happening in January 2026! It will be an inspiring evening of connection, generosity, and community impact — bringing together Austin’s givers, leaders, and doers to continue shaping this movement.
Stay tuned for details, and mark your calendar now!
Be the First to Know
Want early access to details and invites?
Join our GGATX mailing list and never miss a chance to connect, learn, and lead.
GGATX Podcast — Coming Soon
Big conversations. Bold ideas. Real community impact.
On December 15, 2025, we’ll launch our very first podcast episode:
A Multigenerational Conversation on Community Building and Giving.
You’ll hear from seasoned leaders and rising changemakers as they share stories, lessons, and inspiration for shaping Austin’s future.
Why listen?
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Discover how different generations approach generosity and leadership
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Get practical takeaways for your own giving and community involvement
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Be part of a movement that’s turning generosity into lasting impact
Mark your calendar for November 1st and stay tuned — you won’t want to miss this conversation that bridges generations and ignites action in Austin.
Our Team
At GGATX, our team is our community.
The GGATX Steering Committee
A group of passionate leaders driving the vision of GGATX — mobilizing, educating, and mentoring Austin’s next generation of changemakers.
Our Partner: One Skye Foundation
We’re proud to collaborate with the One Skye Foundation, whose commitment to philanthropy and community impact helps make GGATX possible.
And… You!
This movement isn’t complete without you. Whether you’re 20–45 and ready to step into leadership, or a seasoned Austinite eager to mentor, there’s a place for you at GGATX.
Join us in turning generosity into impact.