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125th TSHA Annual Meeting
The Texas State Historical Association's 125th annual meeting is all online, with more than 30 sessions featuring the research and work of top Texas historians. Regular sessions are prerecorded to watch at your own pace, and live events and Q&A sessions will take place March 3-6.Feb. 17-March 6. $25; VIP, $125. -
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Amplify Austin Day 2021
The ninth annual iteration of Central Texas' biggest day of giving will include thousands in matching gifts and $80K in prizes for participating nonprofits, double last year's amount. This year, ILHIGH and partner C3 Presents will also launch Amplify LIVE, a virtual experience with celebrity guests and local leaders, including musical performances under musical director Charlie Sexton featuring stars from Night Glitter, Black Pumas, Greyhounds, and more. Visit the online platform to search nonprofits by category, cause, or location and make a contribution.March 4, 6pm, to March 5, 6pmOnline -
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City of Austin Home Repair Program
The city has announced an infusion of $1 million to its home repair program for low- to moderate-income homeowners to assist with repairs needed due to damage from Winter Storm Uri. Get details and apply online.OngoingOnline -
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Survive2Thrive Fundraiser
Survive2Thrive partnered with Austin Hotel and Lodging Association to provide hotel rooms for the unhoused during the historic freeze. Donations are still being accepted.Feb. 16-March 8 -
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Texas Science Festival: Science for a Changing World
UT-Austin's fest offers a series of virtual events, most of them live. Hear from world-changing researchers, COVID-19 vaccine innovators, and more; join virtual star parties with astronomers; and get step-by-step guidance for fun at-home experiments.Feb. 16-March 26. Free.Virtual
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A Neighbor in Need A/C Giveaway
Do you know of a homeowner in your area whose heating and air system no longer works? Someone that needs a new system but can’t afford it? Tell Del's Heating & Air Conditioning their story, and Del’s will provide one winner with a new HVAC system.Through April 15; winner chosen April 30www.delsacservice.com -
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ADRN Storm Recovery
The Austin Disaster Relief Network is hosting a series of intake centers to assist those impacted by the recent winter storm (e.g., residents with water damage due to broken pipes). ADRN will be gathering information from impacted residents in order to connect them with potential resources.Fri.-Sat., March 5-6 -
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AHS Car Raffle
You could win a Mazda Miata convertible through the 17th annual Austin Humane Society car raffle powered by Roger Beasley Mazda. Each ticket provides one night of safe and warm shelter, nutritious food, quality medical care, and lots of love for a cat or dog who is waiting to find a home.Tickets available now; drawing held April 17. $20; three tickets for $50. -
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Beautify Texas Awards
The Beautify Texas Awards, formerly the Keep Texas Beautiful Awards, recognize the efforts of those working to enhance their community and protect the Lone Star State. Anyone is welcome to nominate an exceptional environmental leader; get all the details on the website.Nominations accepted through March 25. Free.Online -
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City of Austin "How to Help" Portal
Looking for the right way to help your community during the pandemic? Or do you have a volunteer opportunity that you want to list? Visit the city's "How to Help" portal to make a match. The portal includes ways to help from home, donation drives, and active community engagement opportunities.OngoingOnline -
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City of Austin Recovery Resources
Looking for info on water distribution, code complaints, or anything related to fallout from the winter storm? Check the city's site for the most up-to-date information.Feb. 25-April 5 -
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Community Resilience Trust
CRT is working with multiple groups and departments to address the crisis of care facing our unhoused community members. Surplus funds will be allocated to efforts focused on long-term care.Feb. 25-April 5 -
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Donate Blood, Get a Thunderbird Food Bar
We Are Blood is partnering with local company Thunderbird Food Bars to give all donors a healthy and tasty snack. Appointments are mandatory; call or schedule online.Through March 31. Free.We Are Blood donor centers & mobile drives -
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Esquina Tango Outdoor Classes
Esquina Tango has a full calendar of socially distanced, donation-based outdoor classes like samba, salsa aerobics, and of course, tango. Check out the full calendar online.Ongoing -
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Federal Disaster Assistance
Homeowners and renters who suffered damage due to the winter storm may apply for assistance from FEMA. If you have insurance and are applying for disaster assistance, you must also file a claim with your insurance company as soon as possible; if insurance does not cover all your damage, you may be eligible for federal assistance.: Take photos and keep receipts for related expenses, and apply online or call 800/621-3362.Feb. 25-April 5 -
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Foundation Communities Emergency Assistance Fund
It will take some time to fully recover from the recent storm. You can help by contributing to Foundation Communities' fund providing direct relief for food, water, rent, medical assistance, and more.Feb. 25-April 5 -
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Keep Austin Rooted
Gifting a tree through Treefolks is a fun way to surprise a friend or family member with a present that could last a lifetime, while beautifying and benefiting the community. Donors can opt for preset donation tiers of $30 (10 trees), $75 (25 trees), $150 (50 trees), or an amount of their choice.OngoingOnline -
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Red Cross Seeks Blood Donations
The winter storm put a damper on blood drives, and now supplies need to be replenished. Donors, especially type O, are encouraged to find a Red Cross drive to visit in the coming days and weeks.Feb. 23-April 5Citywide -
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Virtual ATX Veterans Ball
Benefiting Samaritan Center, this event raises awareness and garners support for the mental health needs of veterans and military families in our community.Fri., March 5, 7pmOnline -
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Wilco Free Tax Prep
United Way of Williamson County's Volunteer Income Tax Assistance is offering free drop-off/pickup tax preparation service by appointment only. IRS-certified tax preparers will provide assistance to households earning $57,000 or less annually and to older adults of all income levels, and services are available in English and Spanish.Feb. 10-April 151205 Round Rock Ave. #106, Round Rock -
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Young Texan Ambassadors
Keep Texas Beautiful is accepting applications for its Young Texan Ambassador program. Ambassadors are passionate about the environment and are committed to making Texas the best place to live, work, and play through volunteerism and leadership. Program is open to young people age 15-25.Deadline: March 5. Free.Online
