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Welcoming new board member series: Meet Susana
Continuing our series of introductions to our newest Board Members and leaders of our community, please welcome Susana Castillo who has lived in Austin since February 2004 and enjoys exercise,…
Read MoreWelcoming new board member series: Meet Jorge
Continuing our series of introductions to our newest Board Members and leaders of our community, please welcome Jorge Padilla who has lived in Austin for twenty years. He moved to…
Read MoreWelcoming new board member series: Meet Belinda
Continuing our series of introductions to our newest Board Members and leaders of our community, please welcome Belinda Arambula who has lived in Austin for 13 years (with just 1-and-a-half-year…
Read MoreWelcoming new board members series: Meet Alma
Social distancing since 2020 has some of us feeling a little disconnected. Let us help you feel a bit more acquainted with the leaders of our community – the AVANCE-Austin…
Read MoreThe Importance of a Volunteer During a Pandemic
Covid-19 has impacted many people, organizations, and the way we live. AVANCE-Austin has done everything we can to ensure the safety of our staff, the families we serve, and the…
Read MoreA Hero’s Legacy
Honoring Balie Griffith (1931 – 2020) Born and raised in East Texas, Balie Griffith knew all too well the economical disadvantages children face very early on in their lives. While…
Read MoreProgram Suspension Notice Due to COVID-19
For 23 years, AVANCE-Austin has worked tirelessly to help families achieve their full potential through our two-generation educational programming and family support services. The well-being of our parents and their…
Read MoreYou’re invited to Amplify AVANCE!
Amplify Austin 2020 Thursday, March 5 – Friday, March 6 6:00 PM – 6:00 PM Thank you for your interest in joining our campaign to #AmplifyAVANCE! Together, we’ll raise $20,000 to…
Read MoreAVANCE-AUSTIN NAMES NEW EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
AUSTIN – January 24, 2020 – The Board of Directors of AVANCE-Austin announced today that Cristina Garza has been named Executive Director. Garza brings extensive expertise in program management, impact…
Read MoreElma and James Aldrete – Griffith Family Legacy Awardees
Please join us on October 30th as we recognize Elma and James Aldrete as our Griffith Family Legacy Awardees for their volunteer leadership with AVANCE-Austin: “With AVANCE, you get so…
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