In observance of the fourth of July holiday, the Area Foundation will be closing its office at 2 p.m. on Friday, July 1 and will resume regular hours on Tuesday, July 5. 

Closing Opportunity Gaps For Those That Need It Most
Closing Opportunity Gaps For Those That Need It Most

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.

Juneteenth: Free At Last

Area Foundation Supports Nonprofit Spotlighting African American Cultural Contributions To SA

 

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Full Steam Ahead

Area Foundation Board Chairman Shares Our New Mission & Vision

 

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Making A Comeback

Area Foundation’s Recovery Fund For The Arts Boosts Nearly Three Dozen Nonprofits

 

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Celebrating Women’s History Month!

Area Foundation’s Community Outreach Fund Is All About Girl Power

 

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Impact Stories

Standing Proud: Area Foundation Support Strengthens Local LGBTQI+ Community

By Kiko Martinez SAN ANTONIO – Ellen White was 60 when she first came out as a transgender woman four years ago. …

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Free At Last: Juneteenth Celebrates African American Cultural Contributions to San Antonio

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EVENTS

Aug
03

Fundraising Certificate – Fundraising from A to Z – Bridget Brandt

Fundraising is vital to a nonprofit organization so much so that the wrong fundraising strategy can cost you needed revenue. Find out how to strategize and implement your fundraising plan with tried and true events and the latest fundraising trends in the daylong workshop. 

Fundraising Certificate – Fundraising from A to Z – Bridget Brandt

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Developing Your Strategy Part 1 – Shaun Lee

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2020 Impact

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CHARITABLE FUNDS

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

Grants

We provide grants in key areas to nonprofit organizations improving the quality of life in Bexar County and the surrounding area.
Learning Opportunities

High-quality, affordable training in management, leadership, fundraising and more!
Meeting Space and Library

For a low fee, nonprofits can reserve onsite conference rooms for charitable purposes, and individuals can explore our resource library for free.
Establish an Agency Fund

Do you want to grow your organization’s financial assets? Do you want to start an endowment? We can help you with that.
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You can see immediate impact with a gift today, or leave a lasting legacy with a planned gift.

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