May / June 2024 | News to help you engage, connect & accelerate your impact

Texas Nonprofit Summit is back on February 24-26, 2025, in Austin! Join us for a time of inspiration, collaboration, and advocacy as we dive deep into the issues that matter most to Texas communities. The 2025 conference features a powerful and timely theme of Navigating New Horizons Together. Save the date and join our mailing list to be notified when registration opens later this summer.

Are you passionate about empowering nonprofits? Do you have expertise and insight to share that can help Texas communities navigate new horizons? We are seeking inspiring presenters for our upcoming conference! This is your chance to make a real difference by sharing your knowledge with nonprofit professionals, board members, and other community leaders. Submit your proposal by Friday, August 9.

To ensure Texas nonprofits have the resources they need to succeed no matter what comes their way, we are excited to announce the launch of BeforeDuringAfter! This free online resource helps Texas nonprofits prepare for, respond to, and recover from natural disasters and other unpredictable incidents. Features include:

BeforeDuringAfter is made possible through a public-private partnership between Texas Mutual Insurance Company, Texas Search and Rescue, the Texas State University Institute for Government Innovation, OneStar, and the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas, with additional support from Wells Fargo.

As Congress considers key decisions in allocating the FY25 federal budget, we are grateful to our state’s elected leaders who have publicly expressed their support for robust AmeriCorps funding. Last month, Texas Senator John Cornyn and Representatives Veronica Escobar, Sheila Jackson Lee, Jasmine Crockett, Colin Allred, and Lloyd Doggett signed on to letters urging appropriators to fund AmeriCorps at the highest levels possible "to protect service opportunities for 210,000 Americans of all ages, make further investments in member benefits, drive more impact, and continue to improve the agency’s financial management and operations.”

Like and share our social media posts to express your appreciation for these Congressional leaders who are taking a stand for service!

Visit and follow Voices for National Service for advocacy updates and ideas on how YOU can take action in support of national service!

Can your nonprofit or agency benefit from the power of service? Our planning grants provide up to $100,000 in financial support to organizations interested in engaging AmeriCorps members in Texas. Get resources and support to plan and build an effective AmeriCorps program that expands your organization's reach and community impact! Applications are due Wednesday, July 24.

We are pleased to build upon AmeriCorps' 30-year legacy of strengthening local communities by announcing an investment of $32.7 million in AmeriCorps grants distributed to 35 programs throughout Texas in the coming year. This funding will be used to engage more than 3,200 AmeriCorps members in service to meet pressing community needs across the state. We are honored to partner with these extraordinary organizations to build a stronger and more resilient Texas! 

Join our team to develop human resources and operations strategy and implement policies and procedures contributing to the development of OneStar’s strategic goals.

Join us in welcoming Jhabriel "Jha" Allen to the OneStar team! As a Communications VISTA, Jha will enhance communication infrastructure for OneStar to better connect with stakeholders and increase community engagement. 

We are thrilled to have Grace Yocum joining the OneStar team as a summer intern! Grace is a student of Business Management at Texas A&M University, minoring in nonprofit studies, with plans to pursue a master's degree to drive sectoral impact.

AmeriCorps VISTA In-Service Training
May 8-10, Oakbrook, IL

Texas Demographic Conference
May 29-30, Austin

Points of Light Conference
June 11-14, Houston

BeforeDuringAfter Launch Day
June 27, Houston

In Case You Missed It: Events & Opportunities from the Sector

Proposal deadline Fri, Jun 28
The Texas Volunteer Management Conference Planning Committee is soliciting Requests for Proposals from potential speakers who will present voluntarily on Thu, Oct 10, or Fri, Oct 11. The committee is seeking a diverse range of speakers who can address topics relevant to the field of volunteer management. This year’s topics should support our conference theme: Uniting Changemakers for Dynamic Impact.

Presented by Texas Volunteer Management Conference

Application deadline Mon, Jul 15
Navigating the complexities of nonprofit leadership can be challenging. If you're seeking a network of like-minded colleagues to share ideas, gain insights, and collaborate effectively, consider applying to the Social Venture Partners Fellowship. Alumni highlight the invaluable connections made with peers who truly understand the daily realities of nonprofit leadership.

Presented by SVP San Antonio

Tue, Sep 10
Lubbock
Are you driven to make a positive impact? Join us at the Service and Leadership Symposium to connect, learn, and lead. Perfect for individuals, businesses, and student organizations, this event provides invaluable insights, inspiration, and the chance to make meaningful connections.

Presented by Volunteer Lubbock

Tue, Sep 17
Boerne
The Hill Country’s premiere educational event for nonprofit professionals is coming this Fall. Summit 2024 hosted by Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country us will feature a keynote speaker, panel discussions, and six sessions.

Presented by Community Foundation for the Texas Hill Country

Fri, Sep 27
Hurst
This informative day of research and practical learning opportunities will help guide North Texas nonprofit and philanthropic leaders in creating, implementing, and evaluating innovative and collaborative strategies for the future.

Presented by North Texas Nonprofit Institute

Application deadline Thu, Aug 1
Texas Health Community Impact (THCI) is now accepting grant proposals for 2025-2026, with up to $5 million available for nine North Texas counties. THCI seeks to fund local organizations that join forces to creatively tackle barriers impacting the health and well-being of communities through grants made possible by Texas Health Resources—a faith-based, nonprofit health system that cares for more patients in North Texas than any other provider. 

Presented by Texas Health

Sat, Aug 17
National Nonprofit Day recognizes the vital contributions of the nonprofit sector and highlights the importance of charitable organizations in creating vibrant and resilient communities. You can celebrate by spreading awareness of the important role that nonprofits play in our daily lives and thank donors and volunteers for their enduring support. To learn more about how to support Texas nonprofits, visit txnonprofits.org

To explore more events from across Texas, visit Texas Nonprofit Strong at txnonprofits.org/calendar