Central Texas Climate Philanthropy Collaborative

Mobilizing Resources for Climate Action in Central Texas

Who we are

The Central Texas Climate Philanthropy Collaborative was created by a group of volunteers to bring together donors and non-profits to drive greater philanthropic capital toward high-impact climate solutions in our region. We believe that climate change affects all aspects of our community, including physical infrastructure, health outcomes, and educational progress. Through collaborative action and strategic partnerships, we’re building a more resilient future for Central Texas.

We unite diverse stakeholders across Central Texas to:

  • Share knowledge and best practices in climate-focused philanthropy

  • Identify and support high-impact local climate initiatives

  • Build a broader community of climate-aware philanthropists

  • Drive innovative funding approaches for climate action

Current Initiatives

The Central Texas Climate Action Fund (CTX-CAF), launched in partnership with Austin Community Foundation (ACF), demonstrates our collaborative approach in action. The first fund campaign, which ran from October - December 2024, successfully mobilized over $257,000 in combined donations through an innovative matching fund structure, supporting eleven climate-focused nonprofits across our region.

“Thank you to all of you! I hope that people not only in Central Texas, but throughout the country start to recognize the importance of taking action now! They say that the best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago, but the second best time is right now. So hopefully, this fund helped to at least plant a few seeds. Our planet needs us all to do our part, now more than ever. So thank you again for creating this fund. I look forward to seeing philanthropy in this arena grow.”

Lisa Barden
Executive Director
Keep Austin Fed

Join Us

Join our network of climate-focused philanthropists and change-makers. Join our mailing list to learn more about our active initiatives, local events, and other opportunities to participate in shaping climate action in Central Texas.