Ashley Haustein, Author at United Way For Greater Austin

December 2019 Community Holiday Meals

Posted on December 5, 2019December 11, 2019 by Ashley Haustein

If you or someone you know is in need of a warm meal this month, below you will find a calendar of free events that are open to the public. Download the English file here. Download the Spanish file here.

Meet Michele, A Passionate Early Childhood Champion

Posted on November 19, 2019March 5, 2021 by Ashley Haustein

Women United educates, engages, and empowers women in Greater Austin. Each month we will spotlight and bring you a closer look into the lives of one of your fellow Women United Members. We are proud to celebrate women as philanthropic leaders and are honored to have so many amazing women in our community. Q&A with Michele Scott | Owner, Square Move Realty What do you love about Austin? There are so many wonderful reasons to love Austin! 🙂 I am enamored by the vast Hill Country views, the hiking and biking trails that endlessly wind through the city, as well as the uniquely Austin local flair. From enjoying lazy afternoons on the lake with family and friends, to experiencing the live music and foodie scenes, Austin has something for everyone. With all of the advantages of a big city, but with the vibe of a friendly small town, Austin strikes a uniquely perfect balance between hustle-and-bustle, and “keeping it weird”. Austin boasts a booming economy that offers exciting opportunities for families and people of all ages, as a result of a thriving startup ecosystem, several excellent universities, a growing biomedical industry, and the continued expansion of major companies opening offices here. To sum it all up…Austin is an amazing city to call home! How did you become involved with United Way for Greater Austin/Women United? I had served as a member of organizational leadership for a Texas-based nonprofit and had also volunteered for other charitable entities prior to becoming involved […]

November 2019 Community Holiday Meals

Posted on November 18, 2019December 6, 2019 by Ashley Haustein

If you or someone you know is in need of a warm meal this month, below you will find a calendar of free events that are open to the public. Coming Soon: December’s Community Holiday Meal Calendar Download the file here.

An Afternoon with Local Philanthropy Legend Earl Maxwell

Posted on November 1, 2019November 4, 2019 by Ashley Haustein

-Ashley Haustein, Director of Marketing and Communications I recently had a chance to sit down with Earl Maxwell, CEO at St. David’s Foundation here in Austin, TX. We talked about Earl’s views on philanthropy, the partnership between our two organizations, and — as Earl prepares for retirement — his words of wisdom for the next generation of philanthropists. Q: What people and experiences shaped your views on philanthropy? Really it goes back to my grandparents. They were always giving back and helping people. Their philanthropy was confined to their church, family, and neighborhood. I remember they were always putting people up… they had a rollaway bed that people would sleep on as they were looking for a job. My mom was also really generous. She was a Registered Nurse, and she served as our neighborhood nurse. I grew up with this idea of giving back front and center. Right out of college, I went to go work for Deloitte. On the last day of my training, the local Partner Bob Cruikshank came in to talk with us. He talked about the importance of being involved in the community. I remember leaving that training thinking, “That’s the kind of CPA I want to become.” Q: St. David’s Foundation is “building the healthiest community in the world.” That’s awesome. Tell me a little bit about the challenges Austin faces in the arena of health and how St. David’s Foundation is working to address those challenges. Our community’s challenges in health are huge, […]

Cheers to Family Connects!

Posted on October 19, 2019November 6, 2019 by Ashley Haustein

Thanks for celebrating Family Connects birthday with us over the last week! We are so excited for what the next year will bring for us. Please revisit every day of our birthday week and celebrate with us! We shared testimonials and more information about the services offered: Day 1 of our Birthday Week Day 2 of our Birthday Week Day 3 of our Birthday Week Day 4 of our Birthday Week Day 5 of our Birthday Week Day 6 of our Birthday Week Day 7 of our Birthday Week The Family Connects Texas program (an arm of Family Connects International in Durham, NC) supports parents by linking nurses, community resources, and families. Our mission is to connect you with resources that nurture your whole family and support your child. It’s about planting seeds for the future. Together, we’re growing healthy babies! Want to know what a home visit looks like? Learn more about our amazing program at our website: https://www.familyconnectstexas.org/

Happy 1st Birthday Family Connects! (Day 7 of our Birthday Week)

Posted on October 18, 2019October 11, 2019 by Ashley Haustein

Family Connects is a free, evidence-based nurse home visiting program for all families with newborns. We are thrilled to be celebrating the program’s 1st birthday in Austin/Travis County! The Family Connects Texas program (an arm of Family Connects International in Durham, NC) supports parents by linking nurses, community resources, and families. Our mission is to connect you with resources that nurture your whole family and support your child. It’s about planting seeds for the future. Together, we’re growing healthy babies! Want to know what a home visit looks like? Learn more about our amazing program at our website: https://www.familyconnectstexas.org/