#JOINIMPACTAUSTIN
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When you become a member of Impact Austin, you join a vibrant and diverse community of women who care deeply about Central Texas — and each other. Together, we pool our resources to fund high-impact grants that drive meaningful change for nonprofits across the region. As a member, you’ll have the opportunity to:
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Give with purpose by voting on how our collective funds are invested.
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Connect with like-minded women from all backgrounds who are passionate about making a difference.
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Build lasting friendships through events, small groups, and shared experiences.
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Learn about local nonprofits and the issues facing our communities.
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Grow as a philanthropist, whether you’re just beginning your giving journey or expanding your impact.
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The more women who gather at the table, the greater the change we can create together. We hope you’ll join us — and invite a friend.
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MEMBERSHIP GIVING LEVELS
We offer an accessible path to membership with three annual giving levels: $2,500, $1,250, or $625. We encourage each new and renewing member to choose the level that best aligns with her financial capacity and philanthropic goals — and to consider: How much impact do you wish to make?
Member requirements:
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Identify as a woman
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Contribute at one of the three giving levels annually*
Using a collective giving model, 80% of every contribution is pooled to fund high-impact grants for nonprofits across Central Texas. The remaining 20% supports our events, educational programs, and operations — all designed to strengthen our shared impact and member experience.
All contributions are fully tax-deductible. You’ll enjoy full membership privileges as soon as payment is initiated — whether paid in full or set up through monthly installments. That means you can vote on annual grants and begin connecting with our vibrant, diverse community right away.
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CORNERSTONE GIFT
$2,500
Your impact: Fuels long-term stability and transformational change. $2,000 goes to our grant pool and $125 to Impact Austin’s endowment.​​​
CHAMPION GIFT
$1,250
Your impact: Provides meaningful funding and helps nonprofits drive equity and opportunity. $1,000 goes to our grant pool.​​​
CATALYST GIFT
$625
Your impact: Helps nonprofits test new ideas, grow their reach, and spark transformation across Central Texas. $500 goes to our grant pool.​​​
* Impact Austin is committed to providing philanthropy-focused engagement opportunities to members and prospective members, with a goal of fostering a diverse and inclusive membership. To ensure that finances are not a barrier to participation, financial assistance through an Impactship is available to cover all or part of the membership dues. ​​Apply for Financial Assistance here.
JOINING US IS MORE THAN A MEMBERSHIP
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As women with a passion for giving back, we are strongest when we learn, grow, and give together.
If you value knowing more about the needs in our local community and enjoy engaging with other motivated women who share your passion, we would love for you to #JoinImpact Austin and get involved!
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Explore topics in philanthropy, learn grantmaking fundamentals, review grant applications, meet dynamic nonprofit organizations, and recommend grant finalists to the entire membership.
Join a Grant Review Committee →
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Our members deeply value the lasting friendships that evolve as we give, learn, volunteer, and network together. Get to know your fellow members!
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Check out Member Connections →
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By pooling our resources and skills, we award high-impact grants that make a bigger difference in our community than any of us could achieve alone. Your membership gift makes a difference!
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MEET OUR MEMBERS
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We believe diversity helps us to better understand and address the issues facing our community.
Get to know some of our members in our Member Spotlights.
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Impact Austin has been transformational for my life and career. It informed my passion for social impact. Today I get to share that passion with my students as the Director of the Social Innovation Initiative at UT.
Meeta Kothare, Class of 2006
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Since relocating to Austin in January 2023, I have maintained a passion for making an impact. I joined Impact Austin because I support its mission and want to connect with accomplished female leaders in the community.
Mae Mendoza, Class of 2023
I joined Impact Austin to be a part of something greater than myself.
I wanted to join women who were making a difference and having an impact in the community.