WHO WE ARE
Impact Austin is an Austin-based women’s collective giving organization, funding Central Texas nonprofits that provide services in Bastrop, Hays, Travis, and Williamson counties.
Our membership and leadership proudly reflect the many faces, cultures and walks of life that make up our society. We believe diversity helps us to better understand and address the issues facing our community.
Impact Austin members pool individual charitable donations and decide collectively how to award multiple strategic, high-impact grants.
Our membership requirements are to identify as a woman and to donate $1,250 each year ($1,000 goes into a grantmaking fund, while $250 helps defray the costs for our Signature Events, education initiatives, and operations). All contributions are tax-deductible.
Since 2003, Impact Austin has invested $8.59 million in Central Texas. This includes 121 high-impact grants benefiting 96 nonprofits and their clients.
As women with a passion for giving back, we believe
we are strongest when we learn, grow, and give together.
MISSION
We cultivate and expand the knowledge, passion, and generosity of our members to make a positive impact by developing strong relationships and leveraging the power of collective giving.
VISION
To unlock the potential in our community by uniting to fulfill our philanthropic purpose.
VALUES
INCLUSIVITY
We welcome all women with a passion to give and a desire to grow.
EMPATHY
We care deeply about our community, partners, and fellow members.
CURIOSITY
We are a learning organization that educates members on community needs and solutions.
IMPACT
We challenge ourselves to give of our time, expertise, and financial resources to address systemic challenges facing our community.
COMMITMENT TO DEIB
Impact Austin acknowledges the harms committed through pervasive and systemic inequities such as racism, sexism, and classism. We are committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in all our programming and practices, and we pledge to continue offering our members, partners, and the public learning opportunities that aim to both illuminate and reduce inequities. We recognize that our commitment to DEIB will enhance our effectiveness and serve our mission of making a positive impact through strong relationships and the power of collective giving.
To see Impact Austin’s definitions of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, click here.
To see an active catalogue of actions Impact Austin has taken and is taking related to DEIB, click here.
STRATEGIC PLAN 2022-2024
PRIORITY AREAS | 3-YEAR OBJECTIVES
SUSTAINABLE GROWTH
OVERARCHING GOAL:
Diversify and increase revenue
and membership
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Increase membership with a focus on multifaceted diversity
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Create a sustainable, inclusive membership model
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Pursue diversified revenue lines
COMMUNITY & PARTNERS
OVERARCHING GOAL:
Build and sustain meaningful partnerships in Central Texas and beyond
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Maintain trust-based collective giving in Central Texas
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Establish and engage the Strategic Advisory Council so Impact Austin more effectively advances equity in the community
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Provide thought leadership and collaborate with organizations to increase impact
LEARNING & ENGAGEMENT
OVERARCHING GOAL:
Cultivate member experiences that inspire philanthropic journeys
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Provide educational and social events focused on philanthropic education and cultivating relationships
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Provide grantmaking opportunities to our members
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Offer volunteer and leadership opportunities within Impact Austin and our community partners’ organizations
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Champion a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging
OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE
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Strengthen people management with a focus on inclusivity and belonging for leadership, volunteers, members, and staff
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Develop and execute inclusive, equitable, and effective policies and processes
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Harness technology to accelerate our mission and ensure accessibility