Austin Nonprofits and Charities

MCN provides truly impactful training and technical assistance that I have benefited from greatly. Their innovative programs, accessible educational resources, and expanding reach through the Health Network are making a meaningful difference—especially for the most vulnerable populations.

I proudly stand as a supporter of the Texas Homeless Network. The impactful advocacy of THN plays a crucial role in empowering and safeguarding our unhoused neighbors, and I am genuinely grateful for their existence. I wholeheartedly believe in their mission to eradicate homelessness in our state. Through their technical assistance and unwavering support for service providers, THN is making a positive difference in the lives of those experiencing homelessness throughout Texas. A heartfelt thank you to THN for their dedicated efforts and the meaningful impact they bring to our community

Volunteered, fundraised and donated to this org for well over a decade, then the CEO & Board lied about how they were using donations & committed $50 million to help build a medical school at the University of Texas. Feels like fraud when you collect money claiming to use it as direct help for cancer survivors then do something totally different. Would never give to an org that does that.

Thanks to AHS, I added the absolute best addition to my family I could ever imagine! The staff there was absolutely amazing and thoughtful, and they really want you to find your best match. My boy, Burt, was well taken care of both in health and with lots of affection. I am beyond grateful for this organization and for being the reason I found him. He's now living happily in his forever home with his canine sister and best friend!

Hello, I have attempted many times to get some kind of counseling, help with my situation in a abusive household for the past 22 years. I live in Phoenix AZ and reached out to Phoenix Coalition for DV and was treated so horribly bad. For one it took at least 4 month after I tried reaching out for help and trying to escape my situation. When I finally did I felt as though I was the abuser and I was being judged for being in this situation. The supervisor Danielle and worker Diane Rangel were so cold to me in their emails and on the phone. No compassion or empathy at all. After approving me for funds to move into a new place and escape this abuse I was denied because of my credit I was so heartbroken it was my chance. So I asked for request to help me with my car payment I got so far behind because of my husband feeling that I would somehow leave him having a job he sabotage every job I’ve had but I was just offered a new job with good money and wanted to make a change before I started the job. My car was way behind in payments and if I couldn’t do that I needed to save my car because that was my way of escaping and getting to my job. I let them know that I was months behind, and they were about to repossess it and I kept getting the runaround they kept saying that the invoice from the car lienholder was saying something it didn’t, and I had to go back and explain everything to them sent letters to them. They ended up just taking their time and my car was repossessed yesterday and I got no help from them like I said before no empathy nothing they just pretty much said now we can’t help you. We can get you another car, I’m so humiliated and I start my job in a week. I don’t know what I’m gonna do. I have no car to get to work. I have no money to get to work I’m scared and I was treated like I was the abuser. I feel like I was being judged more than anything they were horrible. I would advise anyone in Phoenix Arizona not to go there if you need help of somewhere else.

This is the organization that is responsible for the deplorable conditions and for caging children on the border all so that they can be paid around $700 a day per child by the government. Do not donate to this organization.

Having been a part of Texas AEYC since 2010, I have seen it grow and build Education in the Lives of Young Children. First serving as an Affiliate Rep. and a Facilitator for Annual Conference I saw first hand the impact it has on Public Policy, how the Assn. advocates for the children of Texas. The members of the Board take their jobs very serious and have stepped out of comfort zones to make things happen for the Educators and the Children of Texas. Always looking forward to the next step or next project, building on Knowledge and Skills of the Families and Future of Texas....where we need to be and reflecting on where we have been for the past 49 years to make lives better. This Assn. is the forerunner in outreach through T.E.A.C.H. in providing education to the parents and adults caring for the young children of all of the regions of Texas. It is a "Big Job for a Big State" and this Assn. gets the Job Done through Networking, Training and Updating in Education....Great Stewards of their Resources. Very Faithful Servants and Caregivers to the Young and the Professionals in the Field of Child Care.

I've been volunteering with Austin Free-Net for about a year and have seen the dramatic impact this organization has on people who would otherwise not have access to computer technology. From basic email, to paying bills, to applying for jobs, it's almost impossible to live without computer access. Austin Free-Net has a free computer lab that anyone can use with volunteers available to help. They also offer workshops and a Learn & Earn Program where people can earn their own computer. The full-time staff really take care of the clients and volunteers. This is a great organization serving a much-needed cause in our community.

I am one of the current volunteers in there. ABC is a wonderful organization I have ever seen till now. I like their dedication and commitment to their creation of providing the public with responsible information on herbs and medicinal plants. And Go to their website, you will learn a lot!

I hate this place and the man in the thumb nail is scary

I won and paid $310 for an item back on March 27, 2021. Opened and inquiry ticket because of the item being shown as, "Not Shipped", until today April 3, 2021., and as of today 11:36am have not received a response to the open ticket from anyone, at all. Not one word. <br> <br>Update: April 6th 2021... Item STILL not shipped and zero, absolutely no communication from Customer Service.

Out Youth has been a part of our family since my younger son came out 10 years ago when he was 12 years old. Our lives would have turned out very differently had Out Youth not been there as a resource for our family. Coming out during a time when being gay was supposed to be a part of a dark secret, a crisis that inevitabley would lead to doom, Out Youth helped create a very different world for us. Out Youth provided my husband and me with information and my son with the acceptance that every child should have. More importantly, Out Youth taught us how to be parents and advocates, and taught my son that he should expect respect and more from school, from the community, and from society. Did it make a difference? Absolutely. My son survived the harrassment, the clinical depression, the self-doubts, and came out of it strong and happy. He is a successful college graduate and teacher now, who plans to make education a liberating endeavor for his students. Now, ten years later, Out Youth as been there for our younger son, who is out to change the world, to make things better for other young people who are marginalized in society for whatever reason. Out Youth has provided him with excellent training through an internship with the Texas Gay Straight Alliance, which is housed at Out Youth, and through membership in the Youth Advisory Council, among many, many other things. I can't imagine Austin without Out Youth.

I have been a mentor with the Nelson's Children Center for 8 months now and the progress I have seen and felt within the little girl I mentor is incredible! If it weren't for the staff and the various volunteers, my child would be in such a desolate place. But she is instead a happy little girl, one with a great outlook on life and has a nourished desire to learn and grow and trust in God for all life's valleys and heights.

I have lived in an FC property for 10+ years. I formerly worked for them as a peer specialist for 3 years. All of my experience is with the SRO properties. Single Resident Only. These are part of the Permanent Supportive Housing program. Each SRO has Resident Services staff members. Residents can easily get help with their efforts to rebuild their lives. Some of us were formerly homeless, so these services are vital. Each property also has a food pantry that is open on a specific schedule to help residents. These properties are much more affordable than other apartments in Austin. We have property management staff here five days a week, as well as an excellent maintenance staff.

I have found the staff and attorneys at Texas Appleseed to be above reproach The attorneys work tirelessly on issues not many dare to work because of current heavy opposition. Since I have been a donor the attorneys have remained unchanged and remain working! Thank y'all for all you do

I am living at The<br>Legacy apartments #115<br>When I moved here in September 15, 2021 I had housing vouchers paying only $266 but now I have to pay full rent of $430 when this complex is under low income housing I am very low income I feel I have been discriminated when I live check to check and the leasing office is aware of this but when I asked them if this was under low income they flat out told me no that $430 is half of my disability pension and I am living through very much hardship and causing me mental anguish I pray and hope that there is some way for someone to help me with this matter

A million dollars in assets raising hay? An incorporated entity saying they are law enforcement? Someone was obviously bitter for being booted. If the logic used while a board member matched that in the post, I don’t doubt the boot. I couldn’t resist posting.

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My experience with Mainspring Schools began when my daughters were infants. Mainspring engaged my girls in activities that fostered their creativity and growth, thoughtfully addressed their individual needs, and offered a caring and enriching environment for all children and their families. Fourteen years later, I am dedicated to doing my part as a donor and board member to ensure other families may experience the same support and exemplary care for their young children. Mainspring offers a best-in-class early childhood education and a strong foundation that ensures kindergarten-readiness for its children, including those from vulnerable communities. I will continue to support Mainspring because it is a positive investment in children, families, and central Texas.

I was homeless in 2011, with two high schoolers, had to relocate due to displacement. Walk into the office of Blackshear, with only the clothes on my back. I was told about the program that Blackshear was offering, my children and I did qualify for a unit, under the program Blackshear became a part of our family. Now that I'm on my feet and can provide housing for my self, and my children has grown up, and now have a life after graduation. I have now move out, so that Blackshear can continue to help people in need. <br>Thank U, Blackshear

House the Homeless, Inc. is a 501.c.3 nonprofit, established in 1989. House the Homeless is the oldest all-volunteer organization in Texas that is concerned with issues surrounding homelessness. At least 96 cents of every dollar goes to direct services and programs. As co-founder and board member, it is my pleasure to support the work of Richard R. Troxell, visionary and founder, who has dedicated his life to ending homelessness through measurable and impacting new initiatives.

Texas Land Conservancy is an accredited land trust. Accreditation means Texas Land Conservancy meets national quality standards for protecting important natural places and working lands forever. Texas Land Conservancy has demonstrated to the Land Trust Accreditation Commission its commitment to excellence. Accredited land trusts meet national quality standards for protecting important natural places and working lands forever. These land trusts demonstrate their commitment to excellence by adopting Land Trust Standards and Practices, the ethical and technical guidelines for the responsible operation of a land trust, and meeting the accreditation requirements drawn from them. Learn More: http://www.landtrustaccreditation.org/about.

My first drive was taking a centuran to the grocery store! I couldn't believe it! I had to run to keep up with him! Though he could no longer drive, he could walk at a higher 'mph' than I could. Every drive has been a delightful experience with grateful folks. I could write a book from their colorful life experiences. They love telling shariing 'thier story!' DL

The Texas State Independent Living Council is designed to help people become more independent. As a volunteer, I have written articles for their newsletter, helped design a database, and web page shopping cart. I have met caring and devoted people who want to give back to the disability community.

I was asked to join the Board of Directors of NAMI Austin in December 2011 without having had direct contact with this local affiliate of the national NAMI. I was asked to join the Board because a friend of mine knew I have a sister who was diagnosed 26 years ago with schizophrenia disorder, then bipolar disorder with schizoaffective disorder. She refuses to take medication which as made the past 26 years difficult for her and her family members. When she was first diagnosed, we blamed her ex-husband. My grandmother blamed her mother (my mother). We denied mental illness existed in her or in our family. Had I known about NAMI Austin 26 years ago, our lives would have been completely different. Here is why: NAMI Austin provides education through classes for those living with mental illness and for their family members. These classes are a tremendous resource for learning about mental illness, its treatment options, resources for treatment, housing, and employment, and provides a general idea of what to expect in the future. Had I taken the Family to Family class (lead by two trained family members) 26 years ago when my sister first received her diagnosis, my sister, my family and I would have been spared all of the blaming and the shame of the stigma associated with mental illness and my sister may have accepted treatment had she understood the nature of her illness. When I took the training for to be a teacher for Family to Familyy classes, my life and my relationship with my sister was changed. I finally understood that she did not choose to have mental illness, she does not want it, she can't change it and neither can I. But we can both live with it. NAMI Austin provides education for teachers and providers, advocacy for persons living with mental illness at the legislative and other levels, and helps fund the Austin Clubhouse where individuals living with mental illness can form relationships and obtain assistance with housing, employment and affirmation. Our goal at NAMI Austin is to provide education about mental illness so as to remove the stigma of the diagnosis and treatment. Every family is affected by mental illness in some way. NAMI Austin is here to help.