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media contact:
Julie Burch
Director of Marketing and
Public Relations
email: julia@austinchildrenshelter.org
phone: 512-236-2503
press releases
Kinnser Software Donates $150K in Unrestricted Funds to ACS
Kinnser
Software, Inc., a leading home health software firm based in
Austin, Texas,
announces its charitable donation of $150,000 in unrestricted funds to the
Austin Children’s Shelter (ACS) to deliver services to children and young
adults in central Texas.
President Christopher Hester made the decision to contribute funds to the local
organization based on his desire to help children and young adults to thrive at
critical points in their lives. Download the press release.
Austin Children's Shelter named a beneficiary of Statesman Capitol 10K
The
Austin Children’s Shelter and Statesman Swim Safe for Austin Kids have been
named joint beneficiaries of the 2011 Statesman Capitol 10,000 sponsorship
proceeds. The 34th annual race will be held Sunday, March 27, 2011, in Austin, Texas.
Click here for the press release.
ACS Opens Long-Term Cottage for Boys
For the first time in its 26-year history, the Austin Children's Shelter is now offering long-term care and transitional living services to older teens and young adults who are “aging out” of foster care. The Therapeutic Living Center for Boys sponsored by the Michael & Susan Dell Foundation is now open. Traditionally providing only emergency short-term care, the opening of this cottage marks a significant expansion in programs by adding services specifically for this population of youth. Click here for the press release.
Kelly White Joins ACS as CEO
May 11, 2010
The Austin Children's Shelter is pleased to announce
that Kelly White will be the Shelter’s new Chief Executive Officer in July 2010. Click here for press release.
Texas Senate Honors Austin Children’s Shelter on 25th Anniversary
May 19, 2009
During the Senate session on Monday, May 18th, Senator Kirk Watson honored the Austin Children's Shelter with Senate Resolution No. 630 recognizing the Shelter's 25th anniversary. The Senator took time for a photograph with representatives of the Shelter and presented a copy to ACS Executive Director Gena VanOsselaer. Click here for the press release.
Three Local Nonprofits Benefit from Parade of Homes
May 23 - June 7, 2009
The Home Builders Association (HBA) of Greater Austin, in cooperation with Catellus Development Group, will donate a portion of this year’s Parade of Homes™ ticket proceeds to benefit three local nonprofit organizations: the Austin Children’s Museum, the Austin Children’s Shelter and the Health Alliance for Austin Musicians (HAAM). Click here for the press release.
Peace Love Happiness Ride on April 5, 2009
The 7th annual PLH Charity Ride is free this year with a concert at The Backyard for $20. The event benefits ACS and The 100 Club of Central Texas. Click here for the press release.
Volunteers Install Security, Voice and Data Wiring at New Facility Volunteers from the AT&T Pioneers and the Central Texas Burglar and Fire Alarm Association install wiring in the first of eight buildings being built on the new campus on March 14, 2009. Click here for the media alert.
Ace Tailor's Teddy Bear Hospital Launches the "Beary Stylish Auction" Ace Tailors supports the Shelter for 3rd year with TBH and adds new component with celebrity designed teddy bears for auction on eBay. Click here for media alert.
ACS Announces "A Season of Harvest"
A Season of Harvest is the them for this year's black tie gala on November 1st. Click here for press release.
Prestigious Kresge Foundation Challenge Grant Awarded to ACS Click here for press release.
Austin Children's Shelter Breaks Ground on New Campus Click here for press release.
ACS Breaks Ground on New Campus - Spanish
Click here for press release.
Season in Bloom Raises $425K for ACS
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ACS Guild Poinsettia & Holiday Card Sale
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Mundays Give Additional $1 Million to Capital Campaign
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Shelter Announces "Building a New Foundation of Hope" Capital Campaign
Click here for the press release.
ACS Inaugural Gala
Raises $330,000
Click here for the press release.
The Michael and Susan Dell Foundation Gives $650,000 Grant to Capital Campaign
Click here for the press release.
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