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…

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,…

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…

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…

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…

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…

  Meet Guadalupe. As our Van Driver/Early Childhood Aide and a 2015 AVANCE-Austin graduate with two young children of her own, she is passionate about making a difference for families…

  Take a look at March’s Madre of the Month, Maricela’s story, and how she overcame many struggles to advocate for her 3 year-old, Hiedi.