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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Math, Science & Tech Rock

Area Foundation Grants Support STEM-Oriented Nonprofits

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Solemn Promise

Area Foundation Helps SA Students Make It To College

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Making His Case

Former Scholarship Recipient Pushes For Academic Excellence

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Making A Collective Impact

Area Foundation Advocates For Older Adults Under SALSA Banner

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

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Achieve Your Charitable Goals

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

Open a Fund

Establishing a fund at the San Antonio Area Foundation is an easy, effective way to invest in your community.

Donate Now

Contribute online with your MasterCard, Visa, American Express or Discover card to any fund or initiative.
Other Giving Options

You can see immediate impact with a gift today, or leave a lasting legacy with a planned gift.

2019 Impact

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

Impact Stories

Girl Power: Area Foundation Grants Empower Young Girls And Women

By Kiko Martinez  SAN ANTONIO — Young women and girls across San Antonio are being empowered thanks to  Youth Leadership Development…

Girl Power: Area Foundation Grants Empower Young Girls And Women

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Area Foundation Supports Nonprofits Promoting STEM Learning

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EVENTS

Sep
21

Grant Management – Ryan Weber

In this class you will learn what to do after you receive the grant to manage funder expectations and keep the door open for future funding possibilities.

Grant Management – Ryan Weber

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Effective Communication in Today’s Climate – Thomas Bruner

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