Ways To Give

Monthly Giving 

When you give each month, children, teens, and young adults have access to the long-term mental health care and treatment they need to thrive.   

• $160 covers one therapy session 
• $1,920 supports a full course of therapy 
• $3,008 funds a comprehensive psychological assessment 

Any contribution you make is appreciated. 

Employee Giving 

Many companies offer employee giving programs. 

Giving through payroll deduction or your company’s matching gift platform is an easy way to support children’s mental health in Central Texas. Local, State, and Federal Employees can give directly through their paychecks by using the following codes on their deduction form:   

• City of Austin Combined Charities Campaign: # 1024  
• State Employee Charitable Campaign:  # 229011  
• Combined Federal Charities: Coming Soon  

Matching Gift Programs  

Many large corporations offer a matching gift program to encourage philanthropy among their employees, spouses, and retirees.   

You can maximize your gift to ACGC by donating through your company’s giving platform. By simply completing your corporate matching gift form, you may be able to double or even triple the impact of your gift.    

Use the search box below to check if your employer matches your charitable donation.  

Give Offline  

Checks should be made out to “Austin Child Guidance Center” and mailed to Austin Child Guidance Center, 810 W. 45th Street, Austin, TX 78751.  

Donate Stock  

Help children and families access mental health care while enjoying tax benefits by donating appreciated stock. Gifts can be transferred electronically from your brokerage account to Austin Child Guidance Center’s account through Austin Community Foundation. For more information, contact Brittany Golden at (512) 451-2242 or via email.   

Bequests and Other Special Gifts  

Create a lasting legacy for children in need. Consult with your financial or estate planning professional to arrange a gift that benefits you and your family, such as including ACGC in your will, naming us as a beneficiary of a life insurance policy or retirement plan, or gifting real estate. For more information, please contact Brittany Golden at (512) 451-2242 or via email.  

Honor a Loved One  

From birthdays to Mother’s Day, there are many occasions to celebrate someone special in your life while supporting the children and teens of ACGC. Donate  

Give Back Programs  

A growing number of companies Allow you to make a donation to the charity of your choice at checkout. This is an easy way to support the work of ACGC. Here are just a few:    

• Randalls Good Neighbor Program. When you link your Remarkable Card to Austin Child Guidance Center’s assigned code #407. ACGC receives 1% of your total purchase whenever you use your card. Pick up a form at any Randalls Courtesy Booth. 

In-Kind Donations  

In-kind donations enable ACGC to allocate more funds for programs and services supporting children and families. To learn more about our current needs, please contact the Development Team at (512) 451-2242 or via email.  

Plan Your Own Fundraiser   

ACGC welcomes fundraisers organized by community members. These initiatives include, but are not limited to, independently organized events, programs, or online fundraisers hosted by a business, group, or individual to raise financial support for ACGC’s work. If you are interested in planning a fundraiser for ACGC, please contact Brittany Golden at (512) 451-2242 or via email at least 30 days before your planned event.  

Wish List  

You can help us reduce our costs for therapy items, office supplies, and maintenance of our Healing Garden. Visit our Amazon Wish List or contact the Development Team at (512) 451-2242 or via email.   

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