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The title of each nonprofit links to its Donation Page when possible. The website at the end of the description links to the nonprofit’s Home Page.
Partner OrganizationsACE: A Community for Education is a national service, early literacy intervention program that works to ensure all children build a strong foundation in literacy during their first years in school. ACEE AmeriCorps tutors work intensively with 2000 children each year. www.aceaustin.org
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American YouthWorks, an empowerment organization, that transforms young people into self-sufficient adults through education, job training and community service. AYW operates a charter high school, offers job training programs and has created a strong support network offering counseling, health care, and career placement services. www.americanyouthworks.org
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The Austin Academy is a nonprofit Adult Education services center. We train people to pass the GED tests. We teach workplace competencies and computer literacy skills. Our job developer helps the participants find employment at $9.00 an hour or higher. www.austinacademy.org
.The mission of the Austin Children's Museum is to create innovative learning experiences for children and their families that equip and inspire the next generation of creative problem solvers though hands-on, interactive exhibits and educational programming. www.austinkids.org
.The ACC Foundation was established in 1991 to expand higher education and career training opportunities throughout the Austin Community College District. Its mission is to raise funds to ensure student success and develop community support for the college. www.austincc.edu/foundation
.Austin Partners in Education Austin Partners in Education creates and fosters community and school partnerships that provide all AISD students preparation for college and career. Building on a historical base of Mentoring and Adopt-a-School, Partners has expanded programming. Trained volunteers lead groups of 3-4 students in activities targeting reading fluency, reading comprehension, technology, or math concepts. www.austinpartners.org
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The mission of the Austin Public Library Foundation is to support and strengthen Austin's libraries. www.austinlibrary.org
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BookSpring partners with schools, healthcare clinics, and social service providers to make a systemic change in literacy; we reinforce the importance of reading. Our objective – make book sharing and reading aloud an integral part of daily family activities so that children grow up with books and a love of reading. www.bookspring.org
.Breakthrough Breakthrough provides a path to college for high-potential, low-income Austin youth who will be first-generation college graduates. The families and Breakthrough make a six-year commitment, starting in middle school, to summer school at UT, mentoring, college counseling, and parent workshops. In 2008 our first class of students will go to college. www.breakthroughaustin.org
.Caritas of Austin Our mission is to offer a continuum of resources for people in poverty that will assist them with their income stability, housing needs and the life skills to maintain them. 20,000 adults and children in Travis County benefited from our Basic Needs and Self-Sufficiency Programs in 2006. www.caritasofaustin.org
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We build a community of young leaders, writers, spoken word and hip hop artists and to strengthen the East Austin community in multiple ways. The culturally relevant creative expression and public performances encouraged through “The Cipher” create a group of confident and engaged young people. www.thecipheratx.org
.Our mission is to help kids stay in school and prepare for life. Children cannot learn at their potential when they are in crisis or face significant non-academic needs. CIS programs are fully housed on public school campuses where we address students’ needs and provide tools to help them grow into successful adults. www.cisaustin.org
.Explore Austin Explore Austin creates opportunities for inner-city boys to develop the skills, tools, and habits needed so they can become successful leaders in their own communities. Mentors work with a select group of boys for six years throughout the school year and during the summer. www.exploreaustin.org
. Goodwill Industries of Central Texas To enhance the quality and dignity of life for individuals, families and our community by providing job-related services for people with barriers to employment. www.austingoodwill.org Mainspring Schools Out Youth The mission of ALOG is to empower children through philanthropy education to become more engaged in improving their communities and world. ALOG provides a comprehensive service-learning program provided by The LEAGUE, for students K-12. Our team-based system engages children in a way they can understand and ignites a desire within them to connect with their community. www.alegacyofgiving.org
Our Mission is to reduce death and disability from cardiovascular disease and stroke. www.americanheart.org
The Ann Richards School Foundation The Ann Richards School for Young Women Leaders is a public college preparatory school for girls grades 6-12, founded to give young women from economically disadvantaged backgrounds the skills and confidence necessary to pursue college educations and careers. www.annrichardsschool.org Anti-Defamation League Our mission is to stop, by appeals to reason and conscience, and if necessary, by appeals to law, the defamation of the Jewish people and to secure justice and fair treatment to all. www.adl.org/southwest Ashera Project
Ashera Project, Inc. is an Austin based non-profit youth development program, focusing its efforts on at-risk youth in high schools. Ashera Project concentrates on four different areas: sexual health education, connection to community through service learning projects, creating a plan after high school, and a leadership program offering mentorship to first year students. www.asheraproject.org As the support organization for Zilker Botanical Garden, the AAGC promotes the education of citizens of all ages in the art of gardening. This includes conservation of flowers, trees, and the protection of wildlife. The AAGC’s programming includes school tours of Zilker Botanical Garden, as well as public seminars on diverse gardening and preservation subjects. www.zilkergarden.org
We work to end violence and discrimination in all sectors of society. We place special focus on working alongside young women and children because, given the opportunity and proper education, young women and children can help create a better world for all beings. www.austinbrowncoats.org
Children should have an opportunity to get a great education regardless of their financial situation. Grants of $1000 per year for three years for at-risk students provide a school choice not normally available. Families contribute to the tuition. Parents are now invested with a strong commitment to their child's education. www.ceoAustin.org
Austin Classical Guitar Society The Austin Classical Guitar Society strives to be a leading promoter of classical guitar in the United States. With excellence and variety in concert and educational programming, ACGS seeks to serve all segments of the Austin-area population. Research and innovation make ACGS a dynamic yet practical model for organizations nationwide. www.austinclassicalguitar.org Austin Discovery School is a creative learning environment open to all students and their families, providing an individualized, hands-on curriculum that develops confident, environmentally aware, critical thinkers. Our program features organic gardening, lifetime fitness activities, along with emphasis on social/emotional learning and community service. www.austindiscoveryschool.org
The mission of Austin Gifted is to teach, support, affirm, and nurture individuals in realizing their intellectual, emotional, social, and creative potential. We accomplish these goals through interdisciplinary learning at ACE Academy and Summer Wonders, through emotional intelligence classes for children and adults, teacher training, and assessment services. www.AustinGifted.org
AIBA promotes locally owned businesses by providing them with marketing, educational, and networking opportunities. We also inform Austinites about the economic, cultural and environmental benefits of shopping locally. www.ibuyaustin.com
AustinLifeGuard The purpose of Austin LifeGuard Character and Sexuality Education is to empower teens in the Austin area with accurate information and practical tools to help them make healthy decisions, build strong relationships, and fully experience the benefits of saving sex for marriage. www.austinlifeguard.com .
The Austin Museum of Art offers access to innovative and contemporary works of our time through changing exhibitions, a multitude of children's and family activities, Art School classes at Laguna Gloria and progressive programs and events for all ages and levels of arts interest. www.amoa.org
The mission of the Austin Symphony Orchestra Society, Inc. is to enhance the cultural quality of life for the adults and young people of Austin and Central Texas by providing excellence in music performance and educational programming. www.austinsymphony.org
Austin Voices for Education and Youth mobilizes the community to strengthen schools and expand opportunities for Austin's youth. We work alongside community members, young people, parents, and educators to improve our schools and neighborhoods. www.austinvoices.org
Our values include a life-long love of learning, creative thinking, self-confidence, a sympathetic interest in the world, and an abiding sense of moral purpose. By creating a school environment that balances academic, artistic, and practical disciplines, Austin Waldorf School cultivates the faculties that allow our students to develop these qualities. www.austinwaldorf.org
We provide children of Austin and surrounding areas with opportunities for personal development, skills necessary to succeed in school and life, and hope for a better future. We strive to eliminate the high school dropout rate and increase college participation. Our three programs, Summer camps, Sunrise Challenge and Leadership Programs, include scholarship opportunities. www.sunshinecamps.org
We Advocate for the education and training of parents and professionals; Help develop a better understanding of the challenges of persons with autism and their families by serving as a clearinghouse for the gathering and disseminating of information regarding autism; and Share pertinent and current information with families to enable them to better understand autism. www.autism-society.org
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The Arts and Fitness Program for Young Children provides vital art,music, and fitness classes to economically disadvantaged young children in Austin childcare centers. AFPYC also provides valuable professional development to childcare staff to help bring about long- term change in early childhood education. www.afpyc.com
.Badgerdog Literary Publishing Badgerdog was created to publish and to teach. Accordingly, our mission is two-fold: to publish work that furthers our cultures' collective vision and to equip at-risk children with the language skills necessary to create literary art from their joy and their jeopardy. www.badgerdog.org
Camp Fire USA builds caring, confident youth and future leaders. Camp Fire USA Balcones Council is a not-for-profit coeducational youth organization that serves 10 central Texas counties. The Balcones Council welcomes all children, youth and adults regardless of race, religion, disability, sexual orientation or other aspect of diversity. www.campfireusabalcones.org
Capital IDEA lifts working families out of poverty by sponsoring educational services that lead to life-long financial independence. Capital IDEA funds qualified participants' tuition, books and childcare and works with them to find employment with good salaries, benefits and opportunity for career growth. www.capitalidea.org
The mission of Capitol school of Austin is to provide an enriched learning environment where children with language based learning disabilities can reach their full potential. Classes range from preschool (age 3) through 3rd grade. All classes have a low student to teacher ratio and are taught by speech pathologists. www.capitolschool.com
FLL is an international program that introduces children to the fun experience of solving real-world problems by applying math, science, and technology. Guided by adult mentors and their own imaginations, FLL participants solve real-world engineering challenges, develop important life skills, and learn to make positive contributions to society. www.centraltexasfll.org/
channelAustin channelAustin promotes the creative power and First Amendment right to free speech for the Austin community who wish to access digital media. Freedom of expression should be available to the community regardless of disability or ability, on a fair and equitable basis that is non-discriminatory, non-commercial, non-exclusive, and content neutral. www.channelaustin.org Citizen Schools was founded in 1995 to bring new solutions to the challenge of young adult education. Now a growing national network of after-school education programs for students in middle school, our programs complement classroom learning by engaging students in hands-on learning projects led by adult volunteers and supported by a staff of professional educators. www.citizenschools.org/texas
We believe there is a direct correlation between animal abuse, family violence, and criminal behaviors. We strive to increase positive behaviors and diminish destructive behaviors towards humans and non-humans through education programs. We also establish temporary shelters for pets of families fleeing abusive conditions and seniors that go in for extended care. www.theCEL.org
Con Mi MADRE is a college preparatory program that provides Hispanic female students and their mothers with the educational and social support needed to encourage academic and personal success. 6th-12th grade girls and their mothers benefit from conferences, campus meetings, college visits, tutoring, mentoring, counseling, financial assistance, and parental workshops. www.conmimadre.org
College Forward provides college preparatory services to motivated, economically disadvantaged students, in order to facilitate their transition to college and make the process exciting and rewarding. We currently serve over 500 students across five school districts and believe that access to higher education is the right of every young Texan. www.collegeforward.org
Communities for Recovery Saving lives from the deadly disease of chemical addiction through behavioral educational programming, recovery coaching, telephone outreach support, and transitional support services from treatment into the community. www.cforr.org Cornerstone Financial Services, is dedicated to empowering consumers by providing quality financial education focusing on the sound use of credit and effective debt management by means of credit counseling, housing counseling, foreclosure counseling, and personal budgeting regardless of a person's age, gender, race, religion, or financial background. www.cornerstonefinancialeducation.org
Dance Umbrella We promote and encourage the knowledge, appreciation, practice and performance of dance. With the goal of expanding audiences and support for contemporary dance, DU brings the power, culture and history of dance into the entire community and implements programs that cultivate meaningful exchanges between artists and the public. www.danceumbrella.com Dress for Success Austin The mission of Dress for Success is to promote the economic independence of disadvantaged women by providing professional attire, a network of support and the career development tools to help women thrive in work and in life. www.dressforsuccess.org/austin E3 Alliance The E3 Alliance is a regional collaborative to create a research-based “blueprint” to align our education systems to better fulfill the potential of every citizen. We are the region’s P-16 Council, breaking down barriers and building alignment across disconnected institutions to strengthen student success—and ultimately, the competitiveness of the region. www.e3alliance.org
English at Work's mission is to provide English language instruction to limited-English-proficient individuals at the workplace. Our vision is to use language proficiency to empower people to achieve self-sufficiency and contribute to their community. www.austinenglish.org
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For the Children is a 501(c)(3) organization aiding in the education of at-risk elementary school students in Travis, Williamson and Hayes counties. We procure and distribute school supplies based on the number of students qualifying for the federal free/reduced-cost lunch program. 100% of donated funds are used for the purchase of new school supplies. www.schoolsuppliesforthechildren.org
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Femme Film Texas, a project of Moving Image Arts & Education
Femme Film Texas teaches filmmaking and digital technology to young women and girls, with an emphasis on reaching underserved populations. During in-school programs and summer camps, girls create and exhibit original video projects. www.femmefilmtexas.org
The Friends is a group of volunteers dedicated to the support of the Austin Public Library. The purpose of the group is to enlarge the number of Austin citizens who take a profound interest in the Library's activities and to the promotion of reading and literacy in the community. http://www.austinlibrary.org
The Foundation promotes the value of education and advocates to eliminate the achievement gap. Through its collective partnerships, the Foundation leverages business resources and cultural insights to address the educational needs within the Greater Austin community. www.gahcc.org
GENaustin inspires and prepares girls to develop critical thinking skills and become self sufficient. We train and employ high school girls to teach middle school girls a research-based curriculum. We provide education and awareness about the state of girls to teachers and parents. www.genaustin.org
Girls Inc.’s mission is to inspire girls ages 9-18 to be STRONG, SMART, and BOLD, while encouraging them to take risks and master physical, intellectual, and emotional challenges. Girls Inc. of Greater Austin's programs consist of Girls Inc. Sporting Chance, Economic Literacy, Vision Board Creations, Body Images, Health and Nutrition. www.girlsinc.org
Girls on the Run Girlstart's mission is to empower girls in math, science, and technology. Since its inception, in 1997, Girlstart has served 16,000 girls, teachers, and parents though summer camps, Saturday camps, after-school programs, teacher trainings, workshop series, and community events. www.girlstart.org
The Griffin School is a college preparatory high school empowering a community of learners through a focus on the arts. www.griffinschool.org
Hill Country Hill Tribers Hill Country Hill Tribers provides marketable skills to artisans in Austin's refugee population. By weaving and sewing in their homes, refugee women are able to contribute to their families’ financial stability while caring for their children. HCHT also offers English language skills and basic educational opportunities to the artisans. www.hilltribers.org Founded in 2004, HSC is a 501 (c)(3) alliance of 38 synergistic organizations and individual benefactors committed to increasing the enrollment of Central Texas Hispanic students in higher education through scholastic services and opportunities. HSC currently operates in these Central Texas Counties: Bastrop, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Travis, and Williamson. www.hispanicscholar.org
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Junior Achievement of Central Texas (JACT) is a non-profit organization that has been teaching financial literacy and the importance of the free enterprise system to the students of the Greater Austin Area for almost 40 years. Through classroom programs taught by volunteers from our business community, JACT seeks to change children¹s lives by providing them with an understanding of economic principles and a solid foundation for personal financial responsibility. www.jacentex.org
The mission of Khabele Education is “to cultivate learning communities in which each and every student, parent and team member realizes their profound beauty, falls in love with learning, and lives with courage and authenticity.” In a culture of acceptance and empowerment, students learn to develop their natural potential. www.khabele.org
KIPP Austin's mission is to empower underserved students to strengthen the academic skills, intellectual habits, and character traits necessary to thrive in, and graduate from, four-year colleges and universities, giving them the freedom to shape their futures and positively affect their communities. www.kippaustinprep.org
KLRU-TV Austin PBS KLRU-TV Austin PBS has a mission to present quality multimedia content that engages people in the thoughtful exchange of ideas, the expression of the arts, and lifelong learning opportunities resulting in a more vibrant community and a higher quality of life. www.klru.org Knowbility's mission is to ensure barrier-free I.T. — supporting the independence of people with disabilities by promoting the use and improving the availability of accessible information technology. Our programs raise awareness of need for technology access; train in accessible technology design practices; consult on IT access mandates, and employ technology workers with disabilities. www.knowbility.org
Leadership Enrichment Arts Program (LEAP) LEAP inspired under served youth in Austin and surrounding areas through experience with the Arts boosting self-esteem and community involvement while creating successful leaders. We host vists to arts venues and performances and host a week long residency program at UT/Austin each summer to give local kids a"A Taste of College". www.leapaustin.org LifeChangers By partnering with God and like-minded organizations, we Help, Empower, Love, and Provide faith-based programs, educational programs and services reflective of societal needs in order to form life-changing relationships--producing godly, loving, productive, law-abiding citizens. www.lchangers.org Our mission is to promote public and patient awareness of issues regarding liver disease. We educate the public, patients and health care providers regarding the most current information related to liver disease. We also help with referrals to health care resources, run a support group network and raise funds for needy patients. www.lfct.org Provides enrichment programs for children with Dyslexia and Related Disorders. Reinforce continued learning through a supportive environment for children, parents and teachers and help overcome feelings of disparity and frustration that are often related with these disorders. Children can maintain and or enhance what they have learned in structured school setting. www.magicmirrorinc.org
We seek to alleviate the suffering felt by those living in disadvantaged conditions. We utilize a three pronged approach of affordable dental care, basic needs, and free education services in order to address the cyclical nature of poverty. Those served may be the homeless, the working poor and the underserved. www.manosdecristo.org
Marbridge provides a safe, loving community where adult residents with cognitive challenges can achieve their full potential through Abilities Centered Training with the opportunity for lifetime care. www.marbridge.org
The Mobile Film School is committed to bringing media arts education to underserved communities; create long-term mentoring relationships, pairing students with seasoned industry professionals and educators; and cultivating a unique appreciation of local history and culture using storytelling in film. www.mobilefilmschool.org
We empower refugees from around the world, newly settled to Austin, towards self-sufficiency through education, community and reconciliation. Refugees can gather at the MRC community center to gain skills and share resources specifically in the areas of job training, drivers ed, computer literacy and sewing/artisan opportunities. www.mrcaustin.org
On Pegasus Wings On Pegasus Wings supports children with disabilities, families and recovering veterans in problem solving settings outside classrooms and clinical environments; enabling them to confront obstacles in their lives through interaction with horses. Our mission is to integrate programs with family counselors, physical therapy organizations, state social service agencies, and local mental health centers. www.onpegasuswings.org PeopleFund is a nonprofit financial institution that promotes financial opportunity and stability for low income people by assisting them to: build successful small businesses, purchase safe and affordable homes, achieve financial security and independence and, form prosperous communities through providing fair and just loan products, training in business management, financial literacy and homebuyer preparedness. www.peoplefund.org
Planned Parenthood seeks to help individuals make informed decisions about their reproductive health, sexuality and parenthood. Our services include: gynecological exams, birth control, breast and cervical cancer screenings, emergency contraception, rapid HIV testing, colposcopy & cryotherapy, testing and treatment for sexually transmitted infections, vasectomies, pregnancy testing, education, training and advocacy. www.ppaustin.org
To provide a comprehensive educational program for professionally diagnosed dyslexic students by using research-based methods to meet the educational needs of each child in a supportive environment. Additionally, the Rawson-Saunders School serves as a unique and valuable resource to individuals affected by dyslexia through outreach, advocacy, and awareness opportunities. www.rawson-saunders.org
The RSC Foundation provides scholarships for outstanding students from developing nations to attend UT Austin. They must demonstrate leadership, intellectual ability and financial need. www.rscfound.org
The Scottish Rite Learning Center of Austin(SRLC) focuses on the evaluation and treatment of Central Texas children with dyslexia. SRLC offers a two-year academic language therapy program to children with dyslexia without charge to the families. In addition, SRLC maintains a nationally accredited dyslexia therapist training program, and offers evaluations for children ages 5-21. www.scottishritelearningcenter.org
St. James' Episcopal School inspires thinking that leads to academic achievement and prepares children for life as leaders, problem solvers, and self-reliant individuals. St. James' is one of the few school in Austin offering exceptional learning in a culturally economically diverse environment, where children feel loved, accepted, and supported. www.stjamesepiscopalschool.org
Skillpoint Alliance builds partnerships among business, education and the community that lead to college and career success while meeting employers’ needs for a qualified workforce. We strengthen Central Texas as a region that attracts and retains good jobs through programs for students, educators and under- and unemployed adults. www.skillpointalliance.org
The Texas After Violence Project seeks to understand the effects of capital punishment and violent crime on individuals and communities in Texas. We conduct oral history interviews and train oral historians, teach in the community about state execution and aim to develop ways to prevent violence and promote social healing in Texas. www.texasafterviolence.org Texas Association of Partners in Education The mission of the Texas Association of Partners in Education is to provide leadership and expertise for schools, families, businesses and communities to build partnerships that enhance student success. www.tape.org
The mission of the Texas Civil Rights Project is to promote racial, social, and economic justice through community education and litigation. We strive to foster equality, secure justice, ensure diversity, and strengthen communities, having been originally founded in 1978 as Oficina Legal del Pueblo Unido, Inc. (OLPU).
The Texas Network of Youth Services is dedicated to enhancing the professionalism and effectiveness of community-based agencies serving youth and families in Texas. The network connects youth service staff and administrators, as well as youth and other youth advocates, on behalf of youth and their families who are in “at risk” situations. www.tnoys.org
Texas Retired Teachers Foundation A non-profit organization providing resources and programming that contribute to an enhanced quality of life for retired Texas teachers and school personnel, and supporting public education in Texas. www.trtf.org
The mission of the TSD Foundation is to enrich and maximize the quality of education available to deaf and hard-of-hearing students in Texas and beyond. www.tsdfoundation.org
Texans for Stem Cell Research Our mission is to provide education and advocacy of not only the possible medical benefits of stem cell research to Texas citizens, but also the positive economic impact this research can bring to the State of Texas and the City of Austin. www.txstemcell.org Truth Be Told
Truth Be Told provides transformational tools for women behind and beyond bars. Our programs provide respectful listening and creative tools for personal and spiritual growth for incarcerated women. We encourage in them a deeper sense of personal responsibility and help them face the truth of their pasts and embrace the hope of their futures. www.truth-be-told.org The University of Texas Autism Project (UTAP) is a center of excellence for services and knowledge, related to living with autism. UTAP has partnered with families, scientists, medical communities, educators, and researchers to lead the charge in developing best practices in basic science, medical treatment, educational practices, and family support. www.edb.utexas.edu/UTAP
UpLift Austin transforms public schools into sites of unexpected color and spirit by educating youth in the fundamentals of sustainable design through the real-life renovation of their own schools. Through hands-on projects led by local design professionals, students learn about promising "green' career fields and sustainable living practices. www.UpliftAustin.org
Providing programs in Williamson & Burnet Counties: Meals on Wheels; Sr. Nutrition: Meals & social interaction for elderly in 6 locations; Head Start: Children (age 0-5) & families provided with: education, health, nutrition, social services, mental health; Emergency Assistance and Affordable Housing: multi-family housing at below market rent. www.wbco.net
WriteToShare.org, a non-profit organization, is a free online community developing and sharing quality educational resources. We equip teachers and volunteers in the classroom with better, more current teaching resources. www.writetoshare.org
YouthLaunch Mission: To provide empowering service experiences for young people Vision: All young people develop skills, confidence and resiliency through empowering service and grow into productive, community-minded individuals. YouthLaunch programs engage young people as the service providers for a wide variety of community issues, including teen pregnancy, substance abuse and environmental sustainability. www.youthlaunch.org
The YWA Foundation awards $2,500 scholarships annually to women enrolled in undergraduate and graduate programs and has recently expanded to provide grants to organizations dedicated to empowering, educating, and enriching the lives of young women and children in our community. www.youngwomensalliance.org
The mission of Zephaniah Community Development Corporation is to economically empower those from low-income neighborhoods through small business development and mentoring projects. Our first project is the Texas Pie Kitchen Employment and Job Training Program, which provides job training to low-income adults with barriers to employment. www.zephaniahcdc.org
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The Issues
| The average cost of center-based child care for a four-year-old in an urban area in Texas in 2000 was $4,160. The average cost of public college tuition in Texas in 2000 was $2,644. |
| Texas has the fastest growing child population in the United States and the second largest child population overall. One of every 12 children in the United States lives in Texas. |
| Texas requires only eight hours of specialized training for child care workers; hairdressers are required to have 1,500 hours of specialized training. |
| Higher quality early education programs have well-trained teachers. In Travis County, 63 percent of child care directors, 60 percent of teachers and 71 percent of assistants do not have college-level training in early childhood education or child development. |
Austin/Travis County spend $26.02 per child 5 and under on funding for child development programs; for fiscal year 2006-2007, this investment in child development social service contracts totaled more than $1.8 million. |
32 percent of Travis County child care centers serving children ages 0 to 5 are rated 1 to 4 stars by the Texas Rising Star system for quality. |
| One in three Central Texas ninth graders is not enrolled in the twelfth grade three years later. |
| Of all adults over age 25 in Travis County, 14% do not have their high school diploma. |
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