Staying in line with the CRA ensures that community banks can serve their areas and all of its members to the best of their abilities. These tips can serve as an initial roadmap for building stronger strategies that achieve CRA compliance.

Employees are hungry for sustainability and want to work for companies that have sustainable goals and are committed to making a positive impact on society and the environment. Learn how sustainable initiatives will benefit your company and how to get started.

At the end of the day, employees want to be treated as human beings with core human needs. What does that mean exactly? Well, for most of us, our core needs fall within one of three buckets.

Companies with employee volunteer programs are increasing. In 2014, only 40% of companies had them. This year, SHRM reports that 47% of companies are offering employee volunteer programs. One Texan company that has been commended as one of the best to work for is Austin Bank—this is because the employee volunteer program resulted in an ideal working environment that benefited their employees.

With the holidays in full swing, Texas nonprofits are working harder than ever to serve their beneficiaries. Yet they do so amid rising inflation rates and less funding compared to before the pandemic. Individual contributions are still the lifeblood of nonprofits everywhere. It's possible to give back to the community without breaking the bank. Here's how.

Believe it or not, many nonprofits serve as the backbone of our communities. Whether it be food shelters, The Red Cross or even The Salvation Army, these nonprofits serve as safe havens for a good amount of the local population. Not to mention, they are there for the people who need it most. But why is it so important to connect and get involved with these organizations? Let’s dive in.

Just 2 weeks ago, Austin was hit with a record breaking snow storm and freezing temperatures; truly a once in a lifetime event. Because of this storm, there are countless organizations and individuals who could really use a helping hand right now. If you would like to help out there are multiple opportunities below!

Volunteering during the holidays will look a little different this year. Find some new and creative ways to get involved with your community this year.

Events are cancelled, schools are shut down, restaurants are empty, and many have put their regular volunteer commitments on hold. However, area nonprofits serve vulnerable populations that still need their support (maybe now more than ever). The big question for nonprofits right now is “How will we continue serving those who need us in a time where our traditional means are not possible?”.

Reflecting upon volunteering with Art From the Street, an organization that hosts an open studio four days a week for artists who are currently experiencing homelessness, or have in the past. AFTS also put on numerous art shows and sell the art online and ninety-five percent (95%) of the profits go directly to the artist. 

Giving Season is right around the corner, and before you know it, this busy time will be fully underway. If you’re not prepared, or don’t have a well thought out plan to make the most out of this time, your nonprofit could miss out on many potential long-term donors and volunteers.

As our nonprofits grow in this world, we find that it can be hard to keep everything in one place. Between knowing who’s handling what, how many volunteers you have, tracking analytics for your events, things can get pretty hectic. If you want to truly have a smoothly operating nonprofit, you need to have the software that will support you on the backend.

We love all of our volunteers, and we are always looking to expand our community of like-minded people who want to give back to their communities. In this article, we’re going to take a deep dive into what makes a person more likely to volunteer than someone else.

5 Ways to Recruit More Volunteers, For Less. Discover the science behind finding more volunteers for your nonprofit. From a simple ask, to keeping it simple, you can find new and innovative ways to expand your network of volunteers. The backbone of every nonprofit.

If you’ve ever been a part of running an event with volunteers, you know that managing each and every one of your volunteers is a tough task. There are so many things that need to be done and many different areas that need to be manned. The most important thing to remember is that these people are just here to help, so why not make the experience fun and enjoyable?

The mission of the Engage and Heal Foundation is to erase the stigma surrounding mental health issues and encourage conversations that will shatter the silence.

The mission of Austin Clubhouse is to provide acceptance and empowerment so adults living with mental health diagnoses can pursue personal goals and play a meaningful role as co-workers, colleagues, family members, neighbors and friends. And their mission is to envision a healthy community in which all people living with a serious mental illness will achieve their highest potential.

We know what you’re thinking. Insects?! In an everyday diet?! Yes, Insects! With climate change is becoming an increasing concern in our world, it is important for organizations like Little Herds to take steps in the right direction to help slow the change of our beloved planet.

Learn about our newest Swoovy spotlight; Make a Wish and just one of their many emotional stories. Take a look at the bottom of the blog for opportunities on how you can get involved with Make a Wish.