SVP Austin is a community of Partners who come together to strengthen our nonprofit community so that everyone can thrive
Today, in one of the most celebrated, prosperous, and beautiful places in the world, we are living in a tale of two cities.
SVP Austin resolves to build bridges, tear down walls and help connect this community — forging ONE city where every person is able to thrive.
Your Social Impact Multiplier.
One gift. Exponential Impact. View our whiteboard animation to learn more.
How we serve.
HOW OUR PROCESS WORKS
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SVP Austin encourages engaged philanthropy by unlocking the untapped potential of Austin’s professional community. We recruit a full range of skills-based volunteers who are interested in having social impact.
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Nonprofit leaders reach out to us when they are needing any number of advisory services, often not even knowing what they need. After listening to their challenges, we work with them to design a scope of work for the engagement .
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Our Advisory Services team identifies a qualified Lead Partner, one with strong management experience and/or subject matter expertise. We outline the skills and time needed, and invite other SVPs to form a team to tackle the project.
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Each Project Charter we adopt with our nonprofit partner documents the success metrics they are working toward. We continually try to track and measure impact of the work, and are often called back to help with another project!
In the far reaching 2023 study In Abundance: An Analysis of the Thriving Landscape of Collective Giving in the U.S., research shows that this philanthropic model — where people pool their resources of time, talent, treasures and ties — has become the fastest growing form of philanthropy in the world.
Collective Giving groups like SVP Austin are engaging everyday givers and moving resources in ways that traditional philanthropy is not.
Collective giving democratizes and diversifies philanthropy.
Collective giving greatly expands what gets funded.
Collective giving pushes the bounds of how philanthropy is practiced.
Collective giving deeply impacts members themselves.
Collective giving is a catalyst for social cohesion and change.
At SVP Austin, we intentionally lean in to support community-based nonprofits and social enterprises that are contributing to the well-being of citizens here at home — in Central Texas. This encourages learning, as donors and individuals, and inspires increased levels of civic action and agency.
Collective Giving?
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“...we have found hope in the dynamic growth of collective giving, a form of philanthropy that draws upon the traditions of mutual aid and solidarity among marginalized communities, that by its very nature engenders connection... both within groups and between them, and celebrates generosity and elevates community-driven solutions.”
Our Values
Engaged Philanthropy
Dedicate our time, expertise, and financial resources to strengthen Central Texas nonprofits.
Build capacity through thoughtful engagement and impactful collaboration.
Leverage our networks to amplify the work of organizations creating meaningful change.
Entrepreneurial Spirit
Approach nonprofit and social enterprise challenges with curiosity and ingenuity.
Design and implement solutions that can help drive lasting, systemic change.
Embrace risk and experimentation in pursuit of greater impact.
Equity
We believe everyone deserves the opportunity to pursue their full potential.
Recognize the unique contributions each individual brings to the table.
Reflect on privilege and embrace diverse lived experiences with humility.
Community and Collaborative Action
Foster partnerships that catalyze collective action and measurable change.
Support self-organized efforts that empower communities to address shared challenges.
Champion initiatives that create sustainable, community-wide improvement.
Mutual Respect
We honor the expertise of those closest to the challenges we address.
Build trusted relationships with frontline leaders and grassroots organizations.
Approach every engagement with humility and a commitment to listening.
Philanthropic Education
We commit to lifelong learning in philanthropy with equity at the core.
Deepen our understanding of philanthropy’s evolving landscape through education.
Inspire others to adopt inclusive practices that maximize community impact.