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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Amplify Austin — Our Big Day of Giving in Austin

The goal of See Jane Give! ® is to inspire guests to think deeply about their own philanthropy giving.

See Jane Give

2012 See Jane Give! ®

See Jane Give! ® is the ultimate ladies’ night for philanthropy!

This is the perfect place to mingle with women who are involved in philanthropy. You will also hear about the important role philanthropy played in their professional development. Twice a year, we host a seated dinner and a featured guest speaker who shares her journey. The speakers’ stories are sure to get you motivated to find your own niche in community giving.

Each See Jane Give! ® evening begins with a cocktail hour, followed by a seated dinner. Then, the evening’s keynote speaker shares her inspiration for getting involved in the community. After the speaker finishes, each table holds its own discussion about the best ways to blend giving into everyday life.

A mentor sits at each table, shares the story of her journey and encourages discussion and personal testimonies among the guests. Did You Know… in 2009, 420 women spoke with a Philanthropy Mentor and as a result, over one half of them planned to increase their giving?

See Jane Give! ® is the perfect place to start your own philanthropic journey or to step it up a notch.

Our next See Jane Give! ® will be held on April 19th, 2012 at The Headliners in Austin, Texas. We are thrilled to have co-chairs Elizabeth Yeager and Beverly Reeves.

For more information about helping with, or attending See Jane Give! ® please contact Casey Miller

We had a great time with Ronda Gray at our last See Jane GIVE! ®

See Jane Give Presenter
  • Austin Philanthropist
  • Camp on the Move & Austin Children's Shelter Board Member

Thanks again to Ronda Gray, Beverly Reeves, Elizabeth Yeager and all of our committee!

Our fantastic 2012 Mentors:

  • Bobbie Barker
  • Heidi Baschnagel
  • JoDee Benson
  • Melissa Fruge
  • Kim Hughes
  • Teresa Lozano Long
  • Cindy Matula
  • Bonnie Mills
  • Amy Wong Mok
  • Catherine Morse
  • Kilyong Natho
  • Beth Ozmun
  • Monica Peraza
  • Elizabeth Seriff
  • Jane Snoddy Smith
  • Kathy Smith-Willman
  • Cathy Thompson
  • Janet Wright

April 19th See Jane GIVE! ® Committee Chairs: Elizabeth Yeager & Beverly Reeves

Our wonderful 2012 Hosts:

  • Jade Ausley
  • Jade Chang Sheppard
  • Elsa Decker
  • Melonie DeRose
  • Sandy Griffin
  • Beth Harwood
  • Lauren Hoffer
  • The Hon. Amy Clark Meachum
  • Kristen Nesbitt
  • Lori Pickle
  • Meg Rein
  • Erica Saenz
  • Kate Stoker
  • Margaret Tollefson
  • Cristina Tzintzun

Our Sponsors

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