DISCOVERY DAY
Discovery Day is one of Impact Austin's Signature Events, designed to inspire and educate.
Held each winter, this event features insightful presentations and panel discussions that dive deep into critical community needs in Central Texas. Attendees also explore the latest trends in philanthropy, gaining valuable perspectives to make a greater impact. It's an opportunity for members and guests to engage, learn, and be part of meaningful change.
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Discovery Day 2026
Friday, February 27, 2026
8:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Better Business Bureau
1805 Rutherford Ln., Austin, TX 78754
Free to Members, $10 for Guests
Missed last year's event? Read the recap below.
8:30 AM Registration & Networking
9:00 AM Welcome
9:10 AM Fireside Chat with Good Measure
10 Years of Learning: Good Measure’s Data Journey
9:40 AM Small Group Discussion
10:00 AM Panel Discussion with Community Experts
Same Mission, Different World: Your Move as a Philanthropist
10:45 AM Break
11:00 AM Small Group Discussion/Table Activity
11:50 AM Closing
Optional Post-Event Lunch at Tres Amigos Restaurant & Cantina
FIRESIDE CHAT
10 Years of Learning Together: The Good Measure Story
Leah Turner
Mission Capital
Jesse Simmons
St. David's Foundation
PANEL DISCUSSION
Same Mission, Different World: Your Move as a Philanthropist
MODERATOR
Monique Parker
Little Bit of Good
Amy Merida
Central Texas Community Foundation
David Gray
City of Austin Homeless Strategy Office
Lisa Barden
Keep Austin Fed
Thank you to our wonderful Impact Austin Sponsors!
We invite you to support these community-minded organizations and individuals. If you are interested in becoming a sponsor, please contact us.
IMPACT SPONSOR
LEADERSHIP SPONSOR
Claudia Barlow, Member
COLLABORATOR SPONSORS
Erin McCord, Member
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PHILANTHROPY SPONSORS
CURIOSITY, GENEROSITY, GROWTH
Past Discovery Day presentations from area experts included: innovation and trends in Central Texas education and health; the job skills gap; domestic violence as it affects families; protecting immigrant families in Central Texas; the lifecycle of giving; impacting equity; and using data to drive grantmaking. Event recaps and recordings can be found in our blog.
