AVANCE-Austin Named FuturoFund Finalist!AVANCE-Austin has the honor to announce that out of many outstanding applicants
we were picked to be among the top four finalists for the FuturoFund grant
of $30,000. The FuturoFund members engage in a grant making process
through which 100% of member contributions are granted to deserving
organizations making an impact in the Hispanic community. AVANCE-Austin
will be presenting to FuturoFund members on December 2nd at their annual
FuturoFiesta at City Hall. Each member will vote for the organization
of their choice, so if your are a FuturoFund member, please come out and
vote for AVANCE!
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|  | AVANCE Luncheon Honoring Gus Garcia = Success!
Wednesday October 19th the annual AVANCE-Austin
luncheon was hosted at the Driskill Hotel in downtown Austin. We
celebrated over ten years of making a difference in the lives of
children, their families, and schools. We also honored legendary leader
and advocate Gustavo "Gus" Garcia for his legacy of service and
commitment to the education of the children in our community.
Contributions from supporters like you helped us to meet and exceed our
goal of $25,000 needed to receive the Meadows Foundation match grant.
Mil gracias a todos, for your support and belief in the mission of
AVANCE-Austin. |
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|  | Graduation Speech Given by Maria Lopez
“I’m
here to thank the one that guided my steps to this beautiful program of
AVANCE that educates & opens one’s eyes to knowledge.. (AVANCE) has
taught me to use the tools that were always within reach, but that I
didn’t have the knowledge to see or how to use them… The educational
and toy making activities have made my children and husband encourage
me with admiration as they see that our money goes further and is a
benefit to all. Thank God and all of whom help create this great
program. No one can keep me from thanking, admiring, and respecting you
all always.” |  |
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AVANCE-Austin
Staff Members: M. Isabel Rios, Sofia Casini, Yazmin Facundo, Annabeth
Jamieson-Weldon, M. Isabel Gutierrez, Nanette Limas, M. Suzi
Rivera-Ruiz, Maria Casares, Mayra Gonzales, and Sonia Coyle (Photo by Joe Pinnelli)
Mil gracias por todo -- The Staff of AVANCE-Austin |
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