Managing Philanthropic Legacy to Improve Lives
Managing Philanthropic Legacy to Improve Lives

Connecting Since 1964, we have been connecting charitable individuals, families, and businesses to nonprofits and student scholars through over 500 funds and over $1B in assets.

Giving

We invest, protect and grow your gifts so that you can support your favorite causes for years to come.

Nonprofits

We support nonprofits through grantmaking, training, research and convening.

Students

We offer over 100 scholarship funds for high school seniors and college students.

Businesses

We help businesses give back to their employees, students, nonprofits and other charities.

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Study Shows $6 Billion Distributed to San Antonio Economy

First-of-its-kind industry report was commissioned by the San Antonio Area Foundation in collaboration with the San Antonio Chamber of Commerce and other key partners

Century-old West Side nonprofit thriving thanks to COVID grant

House of Neighborly Service still helps dozens of needy families.

Social Justice Fund supports African American rights

Fund focuses on victims of discrimination and abuse

$13.4 Million to Local Nonprofits in Response to COVID-19 Outbreak

Thanks to the generosity of donors working with the Area Foundation.

Supporting Nonprofits We support your mission with a variety of resources, programs and investment services.

Supporting Philanthropy We’re here to help you achieve your charitable goals.

2019 Impact

$M
awarded to nonprofits
PEOPLE UTILIZED WELLS CENTER
$M+
awarded in scholarships
Nonprofit professionals received training

News

Study: Local nonprofit organizations contribute $6 billion to local economy

First-of-its-kind industry report was commissioned by the San Antonio Area Foundation in collaboration with the San Antonio Chamber of Commerce…

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Director of Technology

The Director of Technology is responsible for the management, strategy and execution of IT infrastructure, digital services, and technology security. This includes all software, cloud-based services, hardware, and network needs.

Vice President of Communications and Public Affairs

The Vice President of Communications and Public Affairs provides executive leadership and strategic direction to shape and implement the Area Foundation’s public relations/communications strategies, serving as the Area Foundation’s chief communications officer.