I Live Here, I Give Here’s mission is to deepen and expand the culture of personal philanthropy by inspiring Central Texans to invest more money in our community. We educate and connect individuals and non-profits so more Central Texans experience the personal benefit of increased philanthropy.
Did you know Austin is ranked 48th out of the 50 largest cities in the nation in per capita charitable giving?
Austin is a vibrant city with a personality all its own. The people are passionate, driven, and generous volunteers of their time and talent. But that’s not enough. The biggest problem facing Austin Non-Profits is there is not enough money.
For a city so involved in protecting its natural habitats and native small businesses, the non-profit needs of Austin should be equally met. But the severe shortage of funds for Non-Profits hurts the community every day.
This is where I Live Here, I Give Here steps in. Our main purpose is to connect people like YOU with the issues you care about and the Non-Profits that support them.
I Live Here, I Give Here is proud of the work we have accomplished since our launch in 2007. We connect the people of Austin with the causes they care about.
We partner with non-profit groups so they can be more accessible to you. We spotlight specific needs in Austin every month to let you know how you can help.
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Austin volunteers donate a lot of hours to Non-Profits. But the needs of many Austinites aren’t currently being met. So, how can you help?
The needs of a community can be overwhelming. With so many obstacles, where do you get started on a pathway to philanthropy?
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The annual household income needed for a family of four to afford to live in the Austin area is $50,000. Yet jobs that pay well below that are the fastest growing segment of Austin’s job market. In fact, the majority of people moving to work in Austin will earn an annual income of $29,000 or less. Today, 18.4 percent of Austinites live in poverty – including more than 50,000 children who simply don’t have enough money to cover their basic needs.
For my final blog post, I thought I'd go ahead and tackle a tricky subject. In the fundraising world there's a bit of contention around the subject of administrative fees. On one hand, with the best of intentions, donors often earmark their money to go directly to the programs that…
How many times do you feel moved by an issue or problem, but don’t know how to help? Do you ever feel you want to give, but won’t be able to give enough to make a difference? Perhaps you’ve heard of a non-profit organization but don’t know enough about their operations to trust them with your precious money.
These are common obstacles people face every day when considering how, when, and how much to give to a Non-Profits. I Live Here, I Give Here is committed to help you answer these questions and to connect you with non-profits that focus on the issues you care about.
We educate you about the specific needs and demands of the community. We enable you to discover the causes you’re most passionate about. We encourage you to engage in the true benefits of intentional giving. We are ready to connect you with the needs in Austin!
For my final blog post, I thought I'd go ahead and tackle a tricky subject. In the fundraising world there's a bit of contention around the subject of administrative fees. On one hand, with the best of intentions, donors often earmark their money to go directly to the programs that…
Happy Almost-2012! As we wrap up a great year, I’m excited to be starting a new one with the team at I Live Here, I Give Here. At this point in each year, I can never decide whether I’m most excited to reflect back on the year that has just…
Growing up, we’re taught to treat others as we’d like to be treated. As adults with busy lifestyles, we strive to uphold that simple idea, to take care of others as well as we take care of our families and ourselves. The most rewarding thing we can do for ourselves is to take care of others. To make philanthropy an ingrained part of your lifestyle benefits our neighbors and our community, but also, the gifts we receive in return far outweigh what we give.
The best way to incorporate giving into your lifestyle is to set up a budget that includes philanthropy. With dedicated funds, the next step is deciding where and how to put the money to work. As you examine the possibilities, we urge you to consider the Non-Profits that speak to you personally, and focus your giving there.
We know you’ll find the most reward in giving to the places that touch your heart. I Live Here, I Give Here’s ultimate goal is to connect your passion with the places that need it the most.
Every month we feature a prominent philanthropist from the Austin area. This month’s Featured Donor is Eileen Van Den Berg. Find out more…
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Standup for Occupy: A Comedy Benefit:
9:00 pm @ The Hole in the Wall
Occupy Austin's first benefit, rOCkCUPY was a HUGE success raising nearly $1,000, so they're doing it again.
With hosts Mac Blake and Michael Priest, the lineup includes comedians Bryan Gutmann, Seth Cockfield, Ramin Nazer, Zach Hanes, Kath Barbadoro, Ralphie Hardesty, Katie Pengra, Jake Flores, David McQuary, Ashley Barnhill, Kat Ramzinski, Norm Wilkerson, Ryan Cownie and Cody Hustak.
Also featured will be live spoken word poetry and information about the Occupy movement.
Donations for admission are recommended.
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3M Half Marathon & Relay:
8:00 am @ Austin
A perennial favorite with Austin runners, the 3M Half Marathon & Relay is the capital city’s second largest distance road racing event. Run the half-marathon as an individual or two-person relay team. Be a supporter or a participant and continue to check the website for the official start/finish line locations and race time!
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Lunch & Learn:
12:00 pm @ Ronald McDonald House of Austin
You are invited to attend the next Lunch & Learn session January 30, 2012 from 12-1pm at the Ronald McDonald House of Austin (near Dell Children’s Medical Center). This month’s topic is “New Year – New You: The Importance of Self-Care. Local preemie mama experts – Rhonda McMahon, Jenn Larson and Kathryn Whitaker – will share what they’ve learned about self-care, including physical, mental, emotional and spiritual health. Visit our website to find out more about the event and to RSVP.
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The Real Goodwill Tour:
8:30 am @ Goodwill Community Center
You are invited to take a look behind the scenes of our operation as part of a tour called The Real Goodwill. If you are interested in seeing people who are fully engaged with their work, please join our tour!
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Birding - Super Tuesday! at Pedernales State Park with Terry Banks:
6:00 am @ 2585 Park Road 6026, Johnson City, TX 78636
Visit Pedernales State Park in the dead of winter to bird the excellent blinds for wintering sparrows which in the past have included White Throated, White Crowned, Field, Fox, Savannah and others. Take a short walk to the falls to try to find Canyon Wrens and Rufous-Crowned Sparrows. Other park possibilities include Scrub Jays, American Robins, Golden Crowned Kinglets and perhaps Roadrunners. After birding we may choose to have lunch at a restaurant in Dripping Springs or we may have a picnic. We will meet at a south Austin location for carpooling. Limited to 12 participants. Contact Terry Banks at 55bluebirds@att.net to register.
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Next to Normal:
8:00 pm @ Zach Theatre
Next to Normal is an inventive, emotional powerhouse production about one family who is about to face the music. This multiple Tony Award-winning, Pulitzer Prize-winning, groundbreaking work features a thrilling contemporary score. The Washington Post called Next to Normal “the future of American musicals.”
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The Art of Self Tracking with Laurie Frick:
7:00 pm @ Women and Their Work
Join Women and Their Work for a conversation and open discussion with artist Laurie Frick about self tracking and her work on view in the exhibition "Quantify Me." This event is free and open to the general public.
Frick draws from neuroscience to construct intricately hand-built work and large scale installations that explore the nature of pattern and the mind. Using her background in engineering and technology she explores self-tracking and compulsive organization. She creates life's most basic patterns as color coded charts. Steps walked, calories expended, weight, sleep, time-online, gps location, daily mood as color, micro-journal of food ingested are all part of her daily tracking. She collects personal data using gadgets that point toward a time where complete self-surveillance will be the norm.
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FronteraFest Long Fringe: Southern Fried Chickie:
7:00 pm @ Salvage Vanguard Theater
“Southern Fried Chickie” is a semi-autobiographical one-woman play (her preferred term) about a struggling actress returning from Hollywood to her hometown of Tupelo, Mississippi.
Ticket purchasing information and additional details can be found online.
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Art Show and Open House:
6:00 pm @ The Arc of the Arts Studio & Gallery
Check out http://arcofthearts.com/ to view the event poster!
Admission is free and light refreshments will be served. We hope to see you there!
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Lunch and Learn:
12:00 pm @ Community Hall
Come out and enjoy lunch while learning about the cast of the hit show Wicked!
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Austin History Center Association's Angelina Eberly Luncheon:
11:30 am @ The Driskill Hotel
The Austin History Center Association's annual Angelina Eberly Luncheon will honor three former Mayors of Austin: Lee Cooke, Ron Mullen, and Senator Kirk Watson. Also, they celebrate the Austin History Center and its indispensable role in building and managing the Austin community and city government archive, so that our city's collective history is researchable by all. And, AHCA commemorates the heroic act of Angelina Eberly, who rallied the townspeople long ago to stop Sam Houston from moving the capital of Texas to Houston, in an event known as "The Archives War." The historic Driskill is the perfect venue for this event and the delicious meal is topped off with a chocolate dessert shaped as a cannon.
Check the website for ticket information and additional details.
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Cooperative Learning:
10:00 am @ United Way Capital Area
Youth Program Workshop Series:
This workshop addresses youth's interaction in groups – both the cooperative learning environment and leadership opportunities.
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The Free Fringe:
10:00 pm @ Hideout Theatre
I don’t know if you’ve noticed, but the Austin improv scene is bursting with creativity.
There are hundreds of performers, and every single one of them is prone to saying things like “Wouldn’t it be crazy if…?” or “I just had the most insane idea.”
This is where those dreams go, not to die, but to live gloriously on the stage for one night only.
Every week will be dramatically different.
There could be shows with improvisers tied up in rope, 50 performers onstage, blindfolded actors, improvising dogs, or 1000 other things.
Each show will be anchored and presided over by the duo Firth & Arjet, featuring Kristin Firth and Jessica Arjet (co-owner of The Hideout).
THE FREE FRINGE IS FREE. FOREVER.
Reserve your tickets in advance to guarantee yourself a spot.
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Next to Normal:
8:00 pm @ Zach Theatre
Next to Normal is an inventive, emotional powerhouse production about one family who is about to face the music. This multiple Tony Award-winning, Pulitzer Prize-winning, groundbreaking work features a thrilling contemporary score. The Washington Post called Next to Normal “the future of American musicals.”
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Arts & Drafts:
7:00 pm @ Rio Rita
Every Thursday finds some of Austin's coolest novice and expert crafters enjoying a night of crafting, food and cocktails! Any and all crafts are welcomed!! Needle arts, knitting, sewing, crocheting, jewelry making, beading, book making, spinning, weaving, basket making, origami. Work on your favorite art or craft or come out and learn a new one. All projects are welcome (unless they involve fire). Come join us and make new friends or meet up with old ones.
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Next to Normal:
8:00 pm @ Zach Theatre
Next to Normal is an inventive, emotional powerhouse production about one family who is about to face the music. This multiple Tony Award-winning, Pulitzer Prize-winning, groundbreaking work features a thrilling contemporary score. The Washington Post called Next to Normal “the future of American musicals.”
Check online for ticket information and additional details.
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Austin Beauty Week Launch Party:
6:30 pm @ Kabaret Room @ Speakeasy
The first Friday in February (Feb. 3, 2012) is National Wear Red Day. Women and men everywhere are encouraged to wear red to raise awareness that heart disease is the #1 killer of women, and to make a donation to support the American Heart Association. In Austin, this signature day will kick off activities surrounding the new “Austin Beauty Week,” which benefits the Go Red For Women movement and raises awareness about women’s heart health.
The kickoff party will include plenty of red: Red dresses, red drinks, red treats and a silent auction with items from Beauty Week participants. Amidst the celebration, the American Heart Association will be there to sign up women for the Go Red For Women movement and provide information on women’s heart health.
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Wear Red Day Celebration :
11:00 am @ Macy's Barton Creek Square Mall
The first Friday in February (Feb. 3, 2012) is Go Red For Women National Wear Red Day. Women and men everywhere are encouraged to wear red to raise awareness that heart disease is the #1 killer of women, and to make a donation to support the cause. The American Heart Association, in partnership with Macy’s and St. David’s Healthcare, will mark National Wear Red Day with a celebration at Barton Creek Square. The event will include free health screenings from St. David’s, makeovers provided by Macy’s, a red dress display, and the running of the “Red Dress Dash,” a relay race of red-donned participants looking to “dash” the myths about women and heart disease.
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Texas Photo Roundup:
10:00 am @ Mexican American Cultural Center (600 River Street Austin, TX)
ASMP Austin/San Antonio and Austin Center for Photography invite you to join commercial and editorial photography industry experts for a three hour interactive morning seminar and panel discussion.
There are two parts:
In the morning the topics that will be covered by our experts include:
Defining your target market
Creating a marketing plan
Making the most of your marketing dollars
Choosing the strongest images for your marketing
Strategies for print and email marketing
Social media marketing
This event is geared to both emerging and professional editorial and commercial photographers who are looking to kick their business into high gear.
In the afternoon, join us for an amazing opportunity to get your work in front of potential clients. This event will give you 20-minute one-on-one meetings with prominent art buyers, photo editors, artist reps, and industry experts.
These events are geared towards professional and semi-professional editorial and commercial photographers.
Save the date for this 2-in-1 event special! You don't want to miss it!
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Next to Normal:
8:00 pm @ Zach Theatre
Next to Normal is an inventive, emotional powerhouse production about one family who is about to face the music. This multiple Tony Award-winning, Pulitzer Prize-winning, groundbreaking work features a thrilling contemporary score. The Washington Post called Next to Normal “the future of American musicals.”
Check online for ticket information and additional details.
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Wally Workman presents: New Works from Ian Shults opening reception:
6:00 pm @ Wally Workman Gallery
Ian Shults' paintings forge fine art and the profane to tell sordid tales of debauchery with a sly sense of humor. His paintings recall a bygone era when the sheen of the American Dream dulled, and subversive behavior of illicit drugs and kinky benders were swept under the rug. Ian spent eight years as the Lead Illustrator and Head Sculptor at Blue Genie Art, where his ideas and vision accounted for much of the look of the various sculptures and illustrations produced at the shop.
This event is free and open to the general public.
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FronteraFest Long Fringe: Southern Fried Chickie:
4:45 pm @ Salvage Vanguard Theater
“Southern Fried Chickie” is a semi-autobiographical one-woman play (her preferred term) about a struggling actress returning from Hollywood to her hometown of Tupelo, Mississippi.
Ticket purchasing information and additional details can be found online.
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Speaker's Bureau Training:
9:00 am @ 5508 Parkcrest Drive Suite 203, Austin, TX 78731
This is a wonderful opportunity to learn more about breast health and the Komen Austin Affiliate’s initiatives in the fight to end breast cancer! The Speaker’s Bureau will provide you with more information about breast self-awareness, services and treatment, as well as training to speak in your community. We ask those in attendance to commit to conducting at least one presentation and attend at least one event representing Komen Austin in the next year. Breakfast and lunch will be provided.
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Birding - Laguna Gloria with Sam Fason:
8:45 am @ Austin Museum of Art - Laguna Gloria
Join avid birder Sam Fason to bird his local patch – the beautiful grounds of the Austin Museum of Art – Laguna Gloria where Sam has logged over 190 species. All skill levels are welcome. Take 35th street west from MOPAC past Camp Mabry until it dead ends. The museum is on the left at 3809 W. 35th St.
Walks are limited to 12 people, and registration is required. To register, please e-mail Sam at scfason@gmail.com.
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Boy Scout Parade:
8:00 am @ Austin
Come support our group!
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Beginner’s Bird Walk at Brushy Creek Lake Park:
8:00 am @ Brushy Creek Lake Park
Join Virginia Rose and Judith Bailey for a bird walk designed for beginning birders. No registration is required.
Directions: From the intersection of Mopac and Parmer Lane, take Parmer Lane west for approximately 8 miles. Take a right onto Brushy Creek Road and pull into the first park entrance on your right, 3300 Brushy Creek Road.
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Latinitas Garage Sale:
7:00 am @ Latinitas
Latinitas is accepting donations and attendance for its Garage Sale, with proceeds benefiting afterschool programs and V-Day en Espanol.
Stop by to shop for a good cause. One woman’s junk is another woman’s treasure! There will be excellent finds ranging everywhere from designer clothing and furniture to electronics and industrial printers.
All proceeds from the garage sale will support Latinitas’ 20 afterschool programs at area elementary, middle, and high schools where Latinitas provides lessons in media and technology, strong mentors and role models, and culturally relevant curriculum.
This event is free and open to the general public.
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Visit with Austin’s most influential men, and enjoy an evening out while you learn how you too can make a difference in your community.
Get motivated by our highly accomplished and inspiring women speakers! Network and mingle with like-minded women who love being involved in the community.
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