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Women's Giving Circle
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Through faith sharing, collaboration, and collective giving, the Women’s Giving Circle of the Diocese of Austin’s mission is to promote philanthropy that glorifies God, empowers women, and compels action. The goal is to minister to community needs within the Diocese of Austin.
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June 20On Saturday, June 20, Bishop Daniel Garcia joined the Women’s Giving Circle members for a special check presentation. A total of $102,000 in grants was awarded to nine local nonprofits, marking a significant milestone in the organization’s mission to impact women, children, and families in our community. Congratulations!Read More
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St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, Patroness"The first end I propose in our daily work is to do the will of God;
secondly, to do it in the manner he wills it; and thirdly to do it because it is his will." -
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EventsKick Off Happy Hour - November 19, 2026 (5:30-7:30 p.m)
Mingle & Learn - February 20, 2027 (2:00-4:00 p.m.)
Grant Presentation Luncheon - April 24, 2027 (1:00-3:00 p.m.)
Mass and Grant Award Presentation with Bishop Daniel E. Garcia - July 10, 2027
*All events will be during the day. We will try to provide virtual options when possible.
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About
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To create a community of philanthropically minded Catholic women dedicated to raising awareness and funds for Catholic aligned community organizations within the Diocese of Austin. We leverage pooled membership fees to have a greater impact on organizations in need. Our mission is to educate women in philanthropic giving and to reach out to younger women to invite them to be future leaders of the Church in giving back.
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The Women’s Giving Circle supports nonprofit organizations that benefit women, children and families in need in our local community.
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St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, America’s first canonized saint and our patron, profoundly impacted families by establishing the Sisters of Charity, which founded schools and hospitals to educate and care for communities nationwide. Inspired by her legacy, we invite YOU to join our inaugural Women’s Giving Circle to continue her mission of giving back to those in need.
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Membership opportunities include:
- Full Membership: $500 annually (100% voting privileges)
- Associate Membership: $250 annually (50% voting privileges)
- Young Adult Membership (ages 19-25): $250 annually (100% voting privileges)
- Mother/Daughter(s) Membership: $650 annually (100% voting privileges)
Full membership and is open to daughters ages 13 through 18.
100% of your membership gifts are granted through our Giving Circle to the non-profit organizations our members select each year. All gifts received from November through June each year will be granted out in July.
REMINDER: You may also choose to sponsor a member.
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We extend our heartfelt gratitude to our sponsors. Their commitment to strengthening our Catholic community is a true blessing, and we are honored to have you as a partner in this mission. Their sponsorship not only helps us grow our outreach and impact but also affirms the power of faith, generosity, and shared purpose.Sponsors
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2026 Grant AwardsOn Saturday, June 20, Bishop Daniel Garcia joined the Women’s Giving Circle members for a special check presentation. A total of $102,000 in grants was awarded to nine local nonprofits, marking a significant milestone in the organization’s mission to impact women, children, and families in our community. The event celebrated the power of women united in faith and generosity, as members of the Giving Circle came together to witness the direct impact of their collective giving. Through the Women's Giving Circle model, 100% of member contributions are granted directly back into the community each year.
To learn about the more about the organizations and the work they do, click on the applicant name below. Congratulations!
Applicant Grant Purpose Amount Awarded Cathedral School of Saint Mary Tuition Assistance $20,000 Christi Center Grief Support Families $5,000 ClearView Family Resources Women Educational Program $10,000Dwell, Women Ministry (St. Peter, Waco) Easter Baskets for Women $1,000 Keep Austin Fed Food Distribution Families $20,000 Mustard Seed Men Transportation/Single Moms $25,000 Our Kids at Heart Tuition Assistance $3,000 St. Ignatius Martyr Food Pantry Food Pantry / Awning $15,000 St. John Paul II Life Center Women/Family Outreach $3,000
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Contact Us
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lisa-rosenbergeraustindiocese.orgAssociate Director, Annual Appeal -
margaret-kappelaustindiocese.orgAssociate Director, Development Operations -
anna-smithaustindiocese.orgAdministrative Assistant
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