Waco Foundation

Waco Foundation Waco Foundation is a community foundation based in Waco, Texas that supports community improvement and quality of life for residents of McLennan County. R.B.

Waco Foundation strategically and purposefully supports community improvement and quality of life for the residents of McLennan County, located in central Texas. Established in 1958, the Foundation provides a wide-range of charitable services to our community through its roles as convener, grantmaker, listener, resource organizer and philanthropic promoter. Waco Foundation is a community foundatio

n that exists in perpetuity due to the generosity of the following individuals who were passionate about ensuring the longevity of the Waco community through the work of their local community foundation:

Mr. and Mrs. Parrott
Mr. Stephen Goldstein
Mrs. Lyle Kay Masterson

Community foundations are independent, public charities that steward philanthropic resources from institutional and individual donors to community-based organizations. Community foundations strengthen communities by enabling people to create charitable funds that address a wide range of interests. Through visionary, diverse, and inclusive philanthropy, community foundations have become catalysts for significant community change.

Strengthen your grant skills and take your organization’s grant seeking to the next level! Join us for Essential Grant S...
08/31/2026

Strengthen your grant skills and take your organization’s grant seeking to the next level!

Join us for Essential Grant Skills, an in-person training presented by The Grantsmanship Center, on Thursday, October 1 and Friday, October 2, from 9 a.m.–5 p.m.

This two-day training is a great opportunity for nonprofit professionals to build practical skills, strengthen their approach to grant development, and gain tools they can put to work for their organizations.

Space is limited, so don’t wait to register!
📅 October 1–2 | 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
🔗 Register at the link in bio.

🎟️ FOREVER FUND CONCERT TICKET GIVEAWAY! 🎟️ Want to experience Deep in the Heart of Texas featuring Aaron Watson from th...
08/27/2026

🎟️ FOREVER FUND CONCERT TICKET GIVEAWAY! 🎟️

Want to experience Deep in the Heart of Texas featuring Aaron Watson from the FRONT ROW?

Join or renew your Forever Fund membership by August 31 and you’ll be entered to win FOUR FREE concert tickets with reserved front-row seating for Thursday, November 19!
Already joined or renewed for 2026? You’re automatically entered!

Four tickets. Front row. One unforgettable Texas night.

Don’t miss your chance to see Aaron Watson up close while supporting the power of collective giving in our community.

Join or renew by August 31!

Link in bio.

August is National Make a Will Month.Creating a will doesn’t have to feel overwhelming. Sometimes, the best place to sta...
08/25/2026

August is National Make a Will Month.

Creating a will doesn’t have to feel overwhelming. Sometimes, the best place to start is simply by writing down what you already know—who and what matters most to you, who you trust to carry out your wishes, and the legacy you hope to leave behind.

A little planning today can help provide peace of mind for the future—and can also create an opportunity to support the people, organizations, and causes that have made a difference in your life.

This August, take one small step toward putting your wishes in writing.

Make a will. For your family. For your peace of mind. For your community.

Read more at the link in bio.

Celebrating community, collective giving, and an incredible organization making a difference right here at home. Last we...
08/24/2026

Celebrating community, collective giving, and an incredible organization making a difference right here at home.

Last week, we gathered for the Second Annual Forever Fund Fête, where we had the honor of celebrating this year’s Forever Fund grant recipient, the Advocacy Center for Crime Victims & Children.

Pictured together are members of our Forever Fund Steering and Grantmaking Committees alongside Advocacy Center staff and board members—the people who helped make this year’s grant selection possible and those doing the important work this grant will support.

We are grateful to our committee members for the time, thoughtfulness, and heart they brought to this year’s process, and we are honored to partner with the Advocacy Center as they continue providing hope, healing, and support to individuals and families throughout our community.

This is what the Forever Fund is all about—coming together to make a greater impact.

Congratulations to the Advocacy Center for Crime Victims & Children! We can’t wait to see what we accomplish together.

Deep in the Heart of Texas Featuring Aaron Watson Get ready, Waco! The Third Annual Forever Fund Concert is coming to th...
08/21/2026

Deep in the Heart of Texas Featuring Aaron Watson

Get ready, Waco! The Third Annual Forever Fund Concert is coming to the Magnolia Press Coffee Co. Patio on Thursday, November 19, and we couldn’t be more excited to welcome Aaron Watson to the stage!

With 20 studio albums and more than two decades of making authentic country music, Aaron Watson has built an incredible career rooted in determination, faith, family, and his Texas country roots. He has reached the Top 10 of Billboard’s Country Albums chart five times, and his album The Underdog made history as the first independent album to debut at No. 1 on the chart.
Dust off your boots and join us for an unforgettable Texas night filled with incredible live music, great company, and a whole lot of fun—all for a great cause. All proceeds from the concert will benefit this year’s Forever Fund grant to the Advocacy Center for Crime Victims & Children, making every ticket part of the impact!

🎟️ Forever Fund Member Presale: October 1
Forever Fund members receive first access to tickets AND discounted member pricing!

🎟️ Public Ticket Sale: October 10
Remaining tickets will be available to the public at full price.

Mark your calendars, grab your boots, and get ready to go Deep in the Heart of Texas with Aaron Watson. ⭐

Thursday, November 19 | Magnolia Press Coffee Co. Patio

Trust us—you won’t want to miss this one!

Oh, what a night! Last night, we gathered for the Second Annual Forever Fund Fête to celebrate our members, collective g...
08/21/2026

Oh, what a night!

Last night, we gathered for the Second Annual Forever Fund Fête to celebrate our members, collective giving, and the power of philanthropy in our community.

On behalf of the Forever Fund Steering and Grantmaking Committees, we were thrilled to officially announce the Advocacy Center for Crime Victims & Children as the 2026 Forever Fund Grant Recipient!

Led by Executive Director Aleigh Ascherl, the Advocacy Center provides services and support to victims of violent crime and child abuse and their families across six Central Texas counties. Through three client- and community-facing programs, the Advocacy Center responds to emergencies, helps individuals and families navigate the aftermath of violence and abuse, and works throughout our communities to prevent violence before it occurs.

We are honored to partner with the Advocacy Center for our third annual Forever Fund grant and support the important work they are doing for individuals and families impacted by violence and abuse.

And there is still time to be part of this year’s impact! Become a Forever Fund member today and help us make an even greater investment in the Advocacy Center and our community.

Tonight is the night! ✨We can’t wait to celebrate with our Forever Fund members and this year’s grant recipient at the S...
08/20/2026

Tonight is the night! ✨

We can’t wait to celebrate with our Forever Fund members and this year’s grant recipient at the Second Annual Forever Fund Fête!

And that’s not all—we have some exciting updates to share about the Third Annual Forever Fund Concert featuring Aaron Watson.

It’s going to be a special evening celebrating community, generosity, and the impact we’re making together.
We’ll see you tonight!

08/17/2026

August 17th marks National Nonprofit Day! Waco Foundation is proud to work alongside all our local nonprofits. Today we want to thank you for all you do for our community, today and in the future. Together we can make a difference and improve quality of life in McLennan County. We are For Waco Forever.

It’s that time of year again! The Waco Foundation staff kiddos headed back to school this week! We’re wishing all of th...
08/14/2026

It’s that time of year again!

The Waco Foundation staff kiddos headed back to school this week! We’re wishing all of the students, teachers, and families across our community—a fantastic school year ahead.

Small gifts. Big impact. In just its first two years, the Forever Fund has granted more than $75,000 to two local nonpro...
08/13/2026

Small gifts. Big impact.

In just its first two years, the Forever Fund has granted more than $75,000 to two local nonprofits making a difference right here in our community—and we’re just getting started.

Next week, we’ll gather for the Second Annual Forever Fund Fête, where we’ll celebrate our members and announce the 2026 Forever Fund Grant Recipient! This impact is made possible by Forever Fund members coming together and believing in the power of collective giving.

It’s not too late to be part of year three! Join or renew your Forever Fund membership today at the link in our bio.

Together, we’re building a legacy of giving in Waco.

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1224 Austin Avenue, Suite 100
Waco, TX
76701

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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(254) 754-3404

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