Austin Community Foundation believes that when we support the economic mobility and advancement of Hispanic Central Texans, everyone benefits. The Hispanic Impact Fund–a signature program at Austin Community Foundation–works to bridge the wealth divide and advance economic mobility for Latino families in Central Texas.

The Hispanic Impact Fund awards funding to organizations and programs that fit into one of the following strategy areas:

• Early Childhood Education – Organizations that provide access to affordable, high-quality pre-K and early childhood education starting at age 3, building the pipeline from cradle to career for Latino families.

• Health & Wellness – Organizations that expand access and create pathways to quality physical and mental healthcare services that are culturally competent, secure, and honor privacy.

• Job Skills & Entrepreneurship – Organizations that advance workforce development and entrepreneurship through skills training, expert advising, and access to capital—enabling individuals to build careers and grow sustainable businesses.

• Leadership Development – Organizations that develop the potential of emerging Latino leaders by expanding access to tailored training and opportunities that unlock pathways to increase representation across sectors.

In each strategy area, four grants will be distributed as follows:

• Winning Finalist: $55,500 total; a multi-year grant over two years

• Runner-up Finalist: $38,000 total; a multi-year grant over two years

• Two Semifinalists: $22,000

In total, $550,000 in unrestricted, general operating support will be awarded to 16 different nonprofit organizations.