Austin is ranked 48th out of the 50 largest US cities in per capita giving.
66% of Austinites feel uninformed about the issues.
89% say they would give to a specific need in the community.

Why We’re Here

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 Nonprofits is there is not enough money.

For a city so involved in protecting its natural habitats and native small businesses, the nonprofit needs of Austin should be equally met. But the severe shortage of funds for Nonprofits 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 Nonprofits 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 nonprofit 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.

Please check out our Programs and get to know our Board Members and Staff!



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Nonprofits and community leaders discuss issues that affect all Austinites!

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What is a Community Needs Spotlight?

Many people don’t realize Austin is filled with folks with urgent needs that are not being fully met by the community. Our Community Needs Spotlight are an excellent opportunity for you to learn about a specific issue in Austin each month. We meet with area experts, gather their knowledge and insights, and create a monthly Issue Paper that we publish on our website and distribute in print.

Watch the Community Needs Spotlight videos on our website to see the faces of Austin’s Nonprofits at work. Learn more about Austin’s needs every month and how you can make a difference.

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This Month The Spotlight Is On Animal Welfare

Pet are family members to Central Texans! We are consistently listed among the most pet-friendly cities in the country and are able to stay that way because of the work of many nonprofits to ensure the human animal bond is protected and cherished. Help Austin stay #1 in the U.S. with our no-kill policy and learn more about how you can support animal welfare in our community. 

Featuring:
Thundering Paws Animal Sanctuary
Wildlife Rescue & Rehabilitation
Texas Veterinary Medical Foundation

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