Austin Area Foundation

10/15/2026

Lace up your running shoes and join us for our first-ever Turkey Trot on Thursday, November 26, in collaboration with United Way of Mower County! Every step helps support basic needs in our community, providing critical assistance to individuals and families when they need it most.

Whether you're running, walking, or cheering from the sidelines, families are welcome, and costumes are encouraged! Come dressed in your favorite festive attire and help us celebrate the season of gratitude.

Sign up today or sign up day of, make a difference, and enjoy a fun-filled morning with friends, family, and neighbors!

👉 To learn more or register, visit:

Join Austin Area Foundation and United Way of Mower County for the Turkey Trot, a community run and walk supporting Basic Needs across Mower County. Every pace is welcome, and you pay what you can.

10/12/2026

✨ Board Member Spotlight ✨

We're proud to recognize Catherine Haslag, our Vice Chair and Scholarship Committee Chair. Through her leadership and dedication, she helps to expand educational opportunities and support students as they pursue their goals. We are grateful for their commitment to empowering the next generation.

10/05/2026

✨ Board Member Spotlight ✨

We're proud to recognize our Board Chair, Emily Toland, for her leadership, dedication, and commitment to our community. Thank you for helping guide our mission and make a lasting impact.

Thank you, Emily!

09/24/2026

The Austin Area Foundation is part of the Agricultural Committee. Third Grade Day at the Farm was really fun to support!

09/22/2026

Thank you to our supporters, sponsors, board members, the Paramount staff, Grinders Deli, and the Steve Krob Band for making the afternoon so special. We are grateful for each of you and for all you do to help AAF enhance lives, support neighbors, and create legacies.

09/20/2026

We’re looking forward to celebrating our wonderful supporters and sponsors at today’s appreciation event! We are so grateful for all you do to support the Austin Area Foundation and our community.

09/01/2026

📢 Last Chance to Apply!

Today is the final day to submit your application for an Austin Area Foundation. Grants ranging from $500 to $2,000 are available, but applications close at the end of the day.

Don't miss this opportunity. Learn more and apply here: https://austinareafoundation.org/application/

08/24/2026

📣 A friendly reminder that the Austin Area Foundation Grant Program is currently accepting applications.

Whether you're supporting a project, program, or community initiative, grant funding between $500 and $2,000 may be available. Applications are due by September 1, 2026.

To learn more click the link below: https://austinareafoundation.org/application/

08/17/2026

There's still time to apply for an Austin Area Foundation grant!

Grant awards of $500 to $2,000, but the application closes on September 1, 2026. If you've been considering applying, now is a great time to get started.

Apply today: https://austinareafoundation.org/application/

08/11/2026

The Austin Area Foundation is investing in local impact through grants of $500 to $2,000. If you have a project, program, or initiative that could benefit from funding, now is the time to apply.

✅ Applications are open now
📅 Deadline: September 1, 2026

Apply today: https://austinareafoundation.org/application/