Austin FC and Q2 Holdings, Inc. have joined forces to support local nonprofits in Central Texas through the Q-mmunity Gives grant program. The program aims to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion in the community and will provide three separate grants of $50,000 each to nonprofit organizations.
According to a press release, the 2022 Q-mmunity Gives grant recipients include Central Texas Table of Grace, Latinitas, and the Literacy Coalition of Central Texas. These organizations were selected for their dedication to promoting education, job skills and readiness, and health and wellness in underrepresented communities.
The grant application period for the Q-mmunity Gives program is now open. Nonprofit organizations in Central Texas that align with the program's focus areas can submit their proposals until Oct. 16. Austin FC President Andy Loughnane expressed gratitude for the program's impact on the community, stating, "During its first two years, the Q-mmunity Gives grant program has shown its ability to make a direct impact in our community, and as such, it has become a staple in our calendar."
To be eligible for the grants, organizations must be nonprofit entities committed to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion. They should operate within Central Texas and have tax-exempt status under Section 501(c)(3) of the U.S. Internal Revenue Code. The funds awarded through the grants must be used for project implementation and not for capacity building.
Q2 Chief Executive Officer Matt Flake highlighted the importance of supporting the nonprofit community, stating, "Our mission is centered on building strong and diverse communities by strengthening their financial institutions, and we look forward to supporting three local nonprofits to expand their community service and impact."
The collaboration between Austin FC and Q2 Holdings, Inc. demonstrates their commitment to making a positive difference in Central Texas. Through the Q-mmunity Gives grant program, these organizations are providing vital support to nonprofit organizations that are working towards creating a more inclusive and equitable community.