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For 250 years, Americans have shown that communities grow stronger when people step forward to serve.

As we commemorate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence this weekend, we're reflecting on the power of volunteerism, civic engagement, and the nonprofit sector to strengthen Texas communities and shape a brighter future. Read our latest blog and explore ways to celebrate through learning, community events, and volunteer service opportunities across Texas ➡️onestarfoundation.org/america250-in-texas-honoring-history-strengthening-communities

Together, we can honor our history by building what comes next. 🇺🇸⭐

When we invest in nonprofit leaders, volunteers, and cross-sector partnerships, we are building a foundation for stronger, more connected communities 🤝🌎

This week, we were honored to join changemakers from across the country at the Points of Light Conference in Washington, D.C. Together with nonprofits, corporate partners, and civic innovators, we explored new ideas, shared best practices, and celebrated the power of service. Conferences like this remind us that capacity building is about more than organizational growth. It is about equipping people and organizations with the relationships, knowledge, and tools they need to create lasting impact.

We were also grateful to join our partners at 9/11 Day for a breakout session exploring how milestone moments like the 25th anniversary of 9/11 and America250 can inspire civic engagement and build enduring cultures of service. Thank you for highlighting the incredible potential of service to unite communities around shared purpose!

A heartfelt thank you to Points of Light for convening leaders from across sectors and creating a space where collaboration, innovation, and service continue to thrive. We look forward to carrying these ideas and partnerships back to Texas as we work together to strengthen nonprofits and expand opportunities to serve!

🚨Save the date for the 2027 Texas Nonprofit Summit, happening February 23–25, 2027, at AT&T Hotel and Conference Center in Austin!

The future of Texas’ nonprofit sector will be shaped by leaders who are ready to think boldly, build differently, and work in deeper partnership with the communities they serve. Our conference theme, "Partners in Purpose: Shaping What Comes Next," invites nonprofit leaders, decision-makers, and changemakers into high-level conversations about the ideas, relationships, and shared strategies that will move our sector forward. Together, we’ll explore how lasting impact grows through trust, collaboration, community ownership, and the courage to ask bold questions about what comes next. 🤝🌱🌟

Stay tuned for more details, including the call for speakers and exhibitor & sponsorship opportunities! Registration opens August 2026. 📅 Meanwhile add to your calendar: https://calndr.link/event/B2W6ycxJJm