Called To Serve: Social Worker Turns Philanthropist
Jonathan Hardy’s personal story is proof that every philanthropist paves a unique path in making a commitment to giving back. Hardy, 73, is a retired social worker from Columbus, Ohio, […]
National Nonprofit Day: Local Sector Remains Resilient
Aug. 17 marks National Nonprofit Day – a great opportunity to focus on the tremendous impact that the nonprofit sector has on our region’s socioeconomic status. The San Antonio Area […]
Older Americans Month: Calling For Volunteers
Let’s flip the script on aging. That’s the theme behind this year’s Older Americans Month (OAM), observed every year in May. Created to honor older adults, OAM also aims to […]
FIESTA: Meet Area Foundation’s Medal Designer
Growing up in San Antonio, artist Citlali Diaz knew from an early age that they had a passion and a talent for art. Their graphic design talent led to being […]
One Year In: Listening, Learning, and Leading with Purpose
Dear Friends, A year ago, I stepped into the role of CEO at the San Antonio Area Foundation—new to the South, new to Texas, and new to this incredible city. […]
Professional Advisors Find A Home At The Area Foundation
SAN ANTONIO – The San Antonio Area Foundation wants professional advisors in our community to know they have a resource in the most trusted and impactful philanthropic partner. The Area Foundation is committed to […]
Thanks For Sharing Your Story With Us!
A key component of the San Antonio Area Foundation’s 60th anniversary public engagement campaign was the Share Your Story (SYS) series. These brief video testimonial segments, published on the Area Foundation’s YouTube channel as […]
Rabbi Jacobson: SAAFdn’s First Board Chair & Civil Rights Leader
His name may not be as well known in San Antonio as other local legendary figures, but there’s no doubt that David Jacobson left a lasting impact on our community […]
Producing A Miracle In Cibolo
Build it and they will come. What started as a vision to build an athletic field for children with physical and cognitive challenges is now a community focal point that […]
An Icon In Philanthropy: Remembering Rosemary Kowalski
This week, the city of San Antonio lost a true icon when businesswoman Rosemary Kowalski passed away at 100. Kowalski, who famously told in stories that she never even liked […]