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9th Annual Luncheon raised $127K!
View the photos from the Luncheon and VIP Meet & Greet Cocktail Reception. (All photos taken by Victor Ovalle for AVANCE-Austin.) Over 335 supporters attended the AVANCE-Austin 9th Annual Luncheon last…
Read MoreJohn Quiñones: AVANCE makes life better for children
First published on Sunday, October 9, 2016 Austin American Statesman – Opinion By John Quiñones My father, Bruno, worked as a janitor in San Antonio. He had no education and…
Read More6 ways to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month
Now that it’s Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15-October 15), it’s time to celebrate! President Lyndon B. Johnson signed this 30-day period into law in 1968 and since then, communities throughout…
Read MoreMarie Felan Continues as Executive Director
We are so thrilled to announce that Marie Felan will be continuing as Executive Director of AVANCE-Austin. As you may be aware, AVANCE National Headquarters invited Marie to join the National…
Read More2015-2016 Achievements
2015-2016 was a successful year at our new permanent home at the Allan Early Childhood and STEM Center! We are very proud of the nearly 400 individuals we served this year,…
Read MoreGuest blog: HEB Turkey Wrap recipe
How a Turkey Wrap Changed Everything as told by Jose Garza When my mother-and-law learned about the HEB Read3 program 6 weeks ago at AVANCE-Austin, she took my 4-year-old daughter,…
Read MoreSharing the Joy of Reading
Since the beginning of summer, families have joined AVANCE-Austin for our H-E-B Read3 Program. During 6 weeks, families are learning about early literacy and nutrition through a series of fun…
Read MoreMeet our Madre of the Month, Aidee
On Aidee’s first day at AVANCE-Austin, she doubted she would finish the nine-month program. Between managing the auto mechanic and catering businesses she owns with her husband and taking care of…
Read MoreThen and Now: Reflections of a former AVANCE student
When she first arrived in the United States, pregnant with her son, Maria Guadalupe was having difficulty adjusting to a new life, a different culture, and a language that was…
Read MoreCheers for the class of 2016
Last month, 200 parents and children ages 0-3 years old walked across the stage to receive their diplomas during the Graduation Ceremony. The Class of 2016 celebrated their achievements and…
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