OUR COMMUNITY PARTNERS
We have learned alongside our Community Partners as they have faced challenges, overcome barriers, and achieved extraordinary successes. Find out more about each project and the outcomes below.
YEAR
2020
GRANT CATEGORY
Catalyst
GRANT AMOUNT
$25,000
Organization:
Family Eldercare
Project Title:
Catalyst for Excellence - Harnessing Technology to Better Serve Aging Texans
Project Description:
Family Eldercare supports older adults and adults with disabilities by focusing on health, social connection, financial security, and protection from abuse, neglect, and exploitation.
Funding from Impact Austin will ensure that essential staff members have the technology they need to more quickly respond to crises like COVID-19. The effects of this pandemic will be felt for months or years to come, and Family Eldercare will continue to be on the frontlines protecting, caring for, and maintaining connection with Austin’s older adults and adults with disabilities.
Grant Status:
The $25,000 unrestricted grant was offered in support of Family Eldercare's mission and services. The nonprofit used funding to purchase laptop computers and remote devices, impacting 1,000 clients, families, and staff.