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At the Forefront: Area Foundation Invests in Trust-Based Philanthropy

Responding to the pandemic required philanthropic funders to change the way we support nonprofit organizations. Among key challenges, provide unrestricted funding allowing organizations to adapt to rapidly changing environments; increase access and speed of […]

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By Stephanie LaFroscia

November 15, 2022

Veterans Day 2022: Area Foundation Honors Charlie Uranga’s Life & Service

He was a pioneering Mexican American who built generational wealth in the 20th century. An invaluable donor and supporter of the University of Texas Health Science Center, helping people improve […]

Blog, Donor Story

By Ben Wiese

November 11, 2022

Paying It Forward: Area Foundation Helps Hamilton Barton Go From Homeless Addict To CEO

Sounds like a made-for-TV underdog success story. Yet this is no fictional tale of redemption. It’s the actual life of Hamilton Barton, who went from homeless addict living on the […]

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By Hernan Rozemberg

October 28, 2022

San Antonio Area Foundation Unveils 2021 Impact Report

Managing 550+ philanthropic funds valued at $1.1 billion; $48 million awarded in grants and scholarships A year after stepping up to serve the community in unprecedented times of dire need […]

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By San Antonio Area Foundation

October 11, 2022

Hispanic Heritage Month: Honoring Public Health Trailblazer Dr. Fernando Guerra

Dr. Fernando Guerra’s lifelong devotion to helping the underserved, the homeless and the most vulnerable in society remains the defining trait of his impact on the city of San Antonio. Even after […]

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By Ben Wiese

October 7, 2022

Launching a Legacy of Educational Excellence in Bexar County

San Antonio Area Foundation Recognizes First-Ever Bexar County Legacy Scholarship Recipients More than three dozen local high school students have just started their senior year with a big reason to […]

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By San Antonio Area Foundation

September 7, 2022

A Step Forward: Area Foundation Receives Prestigious Diversity & Inclusion Award

With its trust-based philanthropy modus operandi and an unprecedented push toward equity as part of its new strategic plan, the San Antonio Area Foundation is proud to see its work […]

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By Hernan Rozemberg

September 2, 2022

Brand New World: Area Foundation Now Accepting Crypto Donations

As the most trusted and impactful philanthropic leader in our community, the San Antonio Area Foundation is constantly striving to innovate in terms of making it as simple and efficient […]

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By Hernan Rozemberg

August 9, 2022

Standing Proud: Area Foundation Support Strengthens Local LGBTQI+ Community

Ellen White was 60 when she first came out as a transgender woman four years ago. She turned to The Pride Center San Antonio for help on her journey. The Pride Center […]

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By Kiko Martinez

June 25, 2022

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