Amplify Austin Day Set to Return March 4–5, 2026, After Raising $9.7M for Central Texas Nonprofits in 2025
As the largest day of giving in Central Texas, Amplify Austin Day is more than a fundraiser—it’s a movement of generosity that brings together individuals, families, companies, and nonprofits to support local causes that matter. This year’s 24-hour giving period returns from 6 p.m. on March 4 to 6 p.m. on March 5, 2026, powered by the local nonprofit I Live Here I Give Here and hosted on AmplifyATX.org.
In 2025, the impact was undeniable. More than 24,800 donors contributed to raise a record-breaking $9.7 million for 755 participating nonprofits throughout Travis, Hays, Williamson, Bastrop, Burnet, Caldwell, and Blanco counties.
Since the event’s launch in 2013, Amplify Austin Day has generated $122.4 million for over 1,600 local organizations—showcasing the power of collective giving in a single day.
A Day to Give Back, Together
Whether it's $5 or $500, every gift during Amplify Austin Day goes directly to Central Texas nonprofits, helping causes ranging from animal care and veteran services to racial equity and youth programs. Donors can choose from 19 cause categories and even support multiple nonprofits in a single transaction. In 2025, nearly 40% of donations came from first-time donors, highlighting how accessible and inclusive the event has become.
Austin resident Elsa Decker, a longtime supporter, described the experience best: “I don’t care if it’s $5 or $5,000—whatever I can get from you that day.”
Fundraising Champions and Company Giving
A major factor behind the success of Amplify Austin Day is the rise of Fundraising Champions—community members who create personalized donation pages and rally support from friends and family. In 2025, 1,566 individuals raised over $1.14 million for 279 organizations this way.
Meanwhile, the business community showed up in full force, with 35 local companies raising a combined $1.18 million. Leading the way was Cirrus Logic, topping the Business Fundraiser Leaderboard for the fourth consecutive year with over $664,000 raised. Companies can also boost their impact by sponsoring the event, matching employee donations, and offering community perks as part of the Giveback Partner program.
“As a company, Amplify Austin Day shows your employees and your community that you care,” said Reid Wilson of Charles Schwab. “That message builds loyalty from both employees and customers.”
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Prizes, Recognition, and Impact Stories
In 2025, over $60,000 in prize money was distributed across various size categories and milestones—from early giving to hourly fundraising wins
Noteworthy efforts included:
- Austin Parks Foundation, which nearly doubled its fundraising goal to support 33 local parks.
- Austin Playhouse, raising over $40,000 in celebration of its 25th anniversary.
- The Missy Project, which secured funding to provide brain aneurysm screenings for 50 people.
Organizations like Austin Wildlife Rescue, Shadow Cats, and Central Texas Food Bank also earned recognition for donor engagement and fundraising strength.
Get Involved in 2026
Now heading into its 14th year, Amplify Austin Day 2026 is inviting individuals, businesses, and nonprofits to gear up for another powerful day of giving:
- Individuals and families can start their own fundraising pages, donate, or spread the word using #AmplifyAustinDay on social media.
- Businesses can sponsor, offer matching gifts, or become a Giveback Partner offering perks to donors.
- Nonprofits can register to participate and access a library of training tools, social media support, and the chance to win Amplify Fund prize money.
Why It Matters
"With the current uncertainty facing the nonprofit sector, it’s imperative that we come together as a community to ensure that these lifesaving organizations have what they need to succeed,” said Piper Stege Nelson, Executive Director of I Live Here I Give Here. “We are immensely grateful for the Central Texans that showed their unwavering support today. We know this is just the beginning of a greater movement.'
From first-time givers to longtime community champions, Amplify Austin Day has become a treasured local tradition that embodies the spirit of generosity across Central Texas.
Tiffany Krenek has been on the My Neighborhood News team since August 2021. She is passionate about curating and sharing content that enriches the lives of our readers in a personal, meaningful way. A loving mother and wife, Tiffany and her family live in the West Houston/Cypress region.
