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July Spotlight Issue: The Quality of Creativity - Why It Matters

Culture makes us unique, defines us and brings us together to create Central Texas’ distinctive identity. Our vibrant arts circles, colorful music scene and rich heritage spark our thriving culture of creativity. This creative energy drives our economy and makes Austin an incubator of innovation. More than 44,000 Austin residents are employed in the creative sector. The City of Austin provides funding to more than 200 cultural groups that reach 2.5 million people each year. Still hundreds of other artists scrape by on minimal funding and scramble for practice and performance space.  Learn more and attend The Quality of Creativity Panel on July 24, noon to 1 p.m., Mexic-Arte Museum, 419 Congress Ave., lunch provided, $10, RSVP. 

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TheAustin, TX I Live Here, I Give Here campaign is working to grow the culture of giving in Central Texas through its community programs:

How You Can Help

In these tough economic times, Central Texas non-profits need our help more than ever. We are all in this together, and every little bit you can give helps our area philanthropies make Austin a better community. How you can help:

Growing the Culture of Giving in Central Texas
Did you know Austin is ranked 48th out of the 50 largest US cities in per capita giving? We all know Austin is a caring community, abounding with volunteers, but national studies show we don't share as much of our financial resources with the nonprofits that do so much to serve the many needs of our neighbors. Research also tells us that most of us would give more if we knew more about the needs here at home. I LIVE HERE, I GIVE HERE is on a mission to deepen and expand the culture of personal philanthropy in our community. Read more!
 
Spotlight on a Voice

Jessica C. Lindley

Jessica C. Lindley, an active philanthropist in the Austin community, is spotlighted this month as our Voice of the Month. 

I remember as a child the generosity of my parents who gave not only their time and money to charity, but their passion.  Whenever my parents gave, I saw how they gave without judgment, without question, and taught me that we always have choices in life...Read more! 

 
 

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  • Yes, I'm Writing About Michael Jackson!
    Why in the heck am I writing about Michael Jackson? Michael Jackson has given $300 million dollars to various charities over the last several years. Yes, he was a musical genius, and some would say he was a lonely and fatally flawed man, but the bottom line is, he gave back financially. As I flew down the highway this morning to work, I couldn't help but play some Michael Jackson. As I belted out some of my favorite songs of all time, the last one that played as I pulled into the parking garage ... by Pamela Benson Owens
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Upcoming Events

July
July Spotlight: Community Conversation on A Culture of Creativity & Why It Matters
July 24, 2009 (12:00 PM - 1:00 PM)
9th Annual Candlelight Family Bowling
July 26, 2009 (1:00 PM - 4:00 PM)
August
Community Conversation on Job Training
August 19, 2009 (12:00 PM - 1:00 PM)
Seventh Annual iCare Gala
August 20, 2009 (6:30 PM - 10:00 PM)
September
Fete ‘09 – Take Flight
September 12, 2009 (7:00 PM - 8:00 PM)
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