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Austin Aspires will celebrate its 10th year on Oct. 10, with a A Decade of Community, Collaboration and Connection.

This special fundraising event will honor the individuals and organizations that have supported Austin aspires over the past 10 years. It’s also an opportunity for the organization to recommit to a shared vision of ensuring success for every learner in Austin.

Austin Aspires was born out of Vision 2020, a grassroots movement that united hundreds of volunteers from diverse sectors — government, business, nonprofits, and education — who shared a vision of a brighter future for all Austin residents by the year 2020.

From this collective effort emerged Austin Aspires, an organization dedicated to ensuring educational excellence for learners of all ages, from cradle to career.

What began as a one-person operation has since grown into a team of eight full-time staff, bolstered by part-time staff and volunteers, working across multiple locations throughout the community.

Utilizing StriveTogether’s research-based tools, Austin Aspires leverages local data and resources to shape policies, practices, and systems that positively impact nearly 2,000 youth and families annually. Through a collective impact approach, Austin Aspires extends its reach and deepens partnerships, amplifying the success of the entire community.

If you are interested in attending, visit https://www.austinaspires.org/ to RSVP.

Did you know?

• 91% of Austin High School seniors enrolled in Austin Aspires programs graduated in 2023.

• Each year, Austin Aspires connects over 800 families to critical resources, including childcare and basic needs.

• This summer, more than 25 youth were on the waiting list for the Boys of Tomorrow (BOT) Club.

• All Austin Aspires programs and services are provided to the community at no cost. Funding comes from a mix of grants (50%), government funding (48%), and donations (2%).