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Terror Hysteria Burdens Local Charities
Local nonprofits balk at federal giving campaign's new rules
"...is an opportunity for federal employees to support the charities of their choice," he said. "We don't think it's..."

Sept. 10, 2004 News Feature by Rachel Proctor May

Copa Esperanza Benefits Local Charities
Soccer tourney scores with fun and charity

March 15, 2010 Sports Post by Christopher Bond

Pup Stage Dives for Social Diversity
Torontonians employ their punk platform for good
"...“so sorry” straight off the bat and have invited charities out to every show on tour. Frontman Stefan Babcock..."

May 9, 2019 Music Post by Isa Jones

Hard Times in the Land of Plenty
Service nonprofits and their funders face the economic gale
"...economy gets worse, more Central Texans are turning to charities for basic assistance. Even before the economy collapsed, the..."

Oct. 23, 2009 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

Council Takes Out the Trash?
Vote on future of Simple Recycling looms at Thursday meeting
"...clothing and home goods curbside recycling business and local charities who rely on goods donations to stay open...."

Feb. 1, 2017 News Post by Sarah Marloff

Capitol Chronicle
The State Policy Committee Politically Purges the State Employees' Charitable Campaign
"...Way and a half-dozen other fundraising federations -- America's Charities, Earth Share of Texas, Another Way Texas Shares, and..."

April 13, 2001 News Column by Michael King

Soundwaves' New Exhibit Envisions 20 Austin Songs as Art Prints
Signed Spoon and Sue Foley pieces fundraise for the SIMS Foundation
"...then partners with the songs' originators to benefit various charities, having raised over $7.5 million to date through work..."

May 12, 2023 Music Feature by Doug Freeman

Local Cannabiz Hometown Hero Fought Delta-8 Ban and Won
"Hemp and cannabis industries here in Texas have never had a brighter future."
"...Hometown Hero donates a portion of our profits to charities that benefit veterans. This past year has been especially..."

July 16, 2021 Food Feature by Jessi Cape

Undocumented, Unafraid
Balancing fear and power in the wake of ICE arrests
"...an existing $600,000 (over six years) contract with Catholic Charities of Central Texas for legal services to immigrants, as..."

March 10, 2017 News Feature by Mary Tuma

Fate of Simple Recycling Not So Simple
Council agrees to keep contract with textile pickup company, for now
"...having any adverse effect on business for the local charities. The city entered into a three-year contract with Simple..."

Feb. 10, 2017 News Feature by Sarah Marloff

The Elephant in the Room
Sobering details from a three-day cocktail party
"...San Antonio Cocktail Conference – outside of the noble charities involved and the sudden awareness that barkeeps at the..."

Jan. 25, 2013 Food Feature by Roberto Ontiveros

Let Him Entertain You
Why producer Charles Duggan is staging the biggest holiday spectacular Austin's ever seen
"...he spent pursuing a unique marketing strategy: Getting local charities to help market the show to their constituencies for..."

Dec. 25, 2009 Arts Feature by Robert Faires

After a Fashion
There's trouble in Nick & Jessica's paradise, and who are the Butthole Sniffers?!
"...anti-gay history gives one pause. Me? I'll continue supporting charities like Zach Scott, Ballet Austin, Arthouse, Project Transitions, and..."

Dec. 2, 2005 Column by Stephen MacMillan Moser

After a Fashion
What a week! Stephen revels in the tacky, the tawdry, and the out-and-out terrible when it comes to fashion. Better luck next week, dear Avatar!
"...entire weekend raised more than $300,000 for four children's charities. The glamorous new PR whiz on the block, Patricia..."

June 24, 2005 Column by Stephen MacMillan Moser

Coming of Age
Earth Share Grows Greener Through Payroll Deductions
"...groups in the same way they do to big charities: through payroll deduction plans. The project is starting to..."

June 5, 1998 News Feature by Robert Bryce

First Nonprofits Receive RISE Funds
$5.6 million in grants to aid Austinites during COVID crisis
"...four established nonprofits that deliver basic-needs services – Catholic Charities of Central Texas ($1.6 million), Asian Family Support Services..."

April 21, 2020 News Post by Austin Sanders

Despite the Virus, City Council Has Business to Attend To
Health and home on the agenda
"...amend an existing agreement between the city and Catholic Charities of Central Texas to provide housing stability services to..."

March 13, 2020 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Amplify Austin Aims to Raise $12 Million
Annual day of giving benefits 750 Central Texas nonprofits
"...David's grantees," Manuel said. "Depend­ing on how much those charities raise, they get a portion of the St. David's..."

March 3, 2020 News Post by Lauren Girgis

Questions Abound as New Campground, Shelter Plans Announced
Helping address homelessness, or delaying real solutions?
"...hand washing stations,” and would include “commitments from local charities to deliver food multiple times during the day.”..."

Nov. 7, 2019 News Post by Austin Sanders

How to Help Detained Migrant Families
Make an impact by contributing to these advocacy groups
"...their residents. Donations can be directed to: [email protected]. Catholic Charities of the Rio Grande Valley..."

July 15, 2019 News Post by Katelyn Landry

Tito’s Vodka Debuts New Video Series to Shine a Light on Nonprofits
Local organization for musicians HAAM is one of the lucky stars
"...which produced his now-famous corn-based vodka. He’s been supporting charities through fundraisers from the get-go, signing off events with..."

Jan. 15, 2019 Food Post by Jessi Cape

Paxton Sues San Antonio Over SB 4
AG takes his anti-"sanctuary cities" show down the road
"...legal services contracts with Texas RioGrande Legal Aid, Catholic Charities, and RAICES, "the same immigration law firm called to..."

Dec. 7, 2018 News Feature by Mary Tuma

Home Slice Pizza, Via 313, Pinthouse Pizza Collaboration!
DOUGHvember is filled with local charity events, and it kicks off today
"...Via 313 and Pinthouse will be contributing to the charities all month long, and this collaboration marks the grand..."

Nov. 1, 2018 Food Post by Emily Beyda

How to Help Families Separated at the Border
Ways to volunteer, ways to donate, ways to take action
"...fluent in Spanish or collaborating with an interpreter. Catholic Charities of the Rio Grande Valley..."

June 20, 2018 Emergency Post by Kimberley Jones

Coffee With a Conscience
Local roasters give consumers a taste of culture and community
"...the primary force behind their company. Currently four Austin charities are the principal recipients of Greater Goods' significant donations,..."

Nov. 10, 2017 Food Feature by Jessi Devenyns

Ready for Solar and Recycling Too
Council approves solar roofs and textile recycling pilot
"...day to work out a compromise of sorts (the charities remain unpersuaded), with council members literally scribbling new language..."

Feb. 6, 2017 News Post by Michael King

RideAustin Enters the Ride-hailing Market
Nonprofit TNC launches app
"...industry-standard commission] and riders pay less while helping local charities.”..."

May 23, 2016 News Post by Kahron Spearman

Diana
The simplification and beatification of Diana, Princess of Wales, is perpetuated in this movie.
"...scenes set all around the world detailing Diana’s travels, charities, and causes, the film is still really telling a..."

Nov. 22, 2013 Movie Review by Louis Black

Kick Start Your Heart
Amplify Austin seeks to boost charitable giving
"...$1 million in donations for more than 300 participating charities. Amplify sponsors University Federal Credit Union and the Austin..."

March 1, 2013 News Post by Brandon Watson

From Africa to Zombies: Cori Stern Can't Stop
The weird, life-changing story of the "Warm Bodies" producer
"...since then Stern has been working with African-based health charities. That's how Open Heart came about, and she's still..."

Feb. 9, 2013 News Post by Richard Whittaker

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