{"id":387211,"date":"2025-11-18T09:07:34","date_gmt":"2025-11-18T09:07:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/387211\/"},"modified":"2025-11-18T09:07:34","modified_gmt":"2025-11-18T09:07:34","slug":"sa-gives-annual-nonprofit-guide-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/387211\/","title":{"rendered":"\u201cSA Gives\u201d Annual Nonprofit Guide 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"

As the festive season approaches, there\u2019s no better way to embody the spirit of giving than to make a meaningful impact on one of our beloved local nonprofits. San Antonio Magazine is honored to bring back \u201cSA Gives,\u201d a guide dedicated to the beloved organizations in our community who work tirelessly to uplift and empower our neighbors.<\/p>\n

To lend a hand to the organizations helping our community, we are awarding 2026 media grants to three local nonprofits, selected by you, our esteemed readers. Head to our voting page<\/a> to cast your ballot for your favorite organization and help them gain the exposure they need to continue to make a difference in our community.<\/strong> Voting is open until December 31.<\/p>\n

As the year comes to a close, we hope you\u2019ll join us in supporting these nonprofits and strengthening the heart of San Antonio.<\/p>\n

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All Hearts On Deck<\/b><\/p>\n

San Antonio wins together when we support local nonprofits.<\/p>\n

Local nonprofits provide vital services to our community that impact every single resident. From housing, health and human services to workforce development, cultural experiences and every mission in between, nonprofits serve the needs of our community from the ground up. Our local economy and our ability to advance as a community relies on the strength of our nonprofit ecosystem. All Hearts on Deck is a movement that calls all San Antonians to stand together and support the nonprofits that support us.<\/p>\n

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Americans United for Separation of Church and State<\/strong><\/p>\n

For nearly 80 years, Americans United has defended church-state separation in the courts, legislatures, and in the public square.<\/p>\n

We bring together people of all religions and none to protect everyone\u2019s freedom to live as themselves and believe as they choose \u2014 and stop anyone from using their beliefs to harm others.<\/p>\n

Want more information? Want to join today? Become a member, donate, join us!<\/p>\n

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Animal Defense League of Texas (ADL)<\/strong><\/p>\n

The Animal Defense League of Texas (ADL) is a non-profit organization that rescues homeless dogs, cats, puppies, and kittens, and provides medical treatment, nutrition, and shelter in a safe, live-release facility until they are matched with their forever families.<\/p>\n

Through community education and empowerment, we advocate for responsible pet ownership.<\/p>\n

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Brooke\u2019s Blossoming Hope<\/strong><\/p>\n

Our mission is to encourage and empower others,\u00a0especially children, to get involved and make a difference for children with cancer by raising global public awareness of childhood cancer through service project, education and advocacy initiatives;\u00a0and to raise money\u00a0for research primarily for earlier detection, newer treatments, and cutting edge, targeted therapies and cures for pediatric cancer that will be gentler and more tolerable through all stages: discovery, diagnosis, treatment, and remission.<\/p>\n

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\nClarity Child Guidance Center<\/b><\/p>\n

Mental health treatment for kids and teens<\/p>\n

Clarity Child Guidance Center serves over 6,000 children ages 3-17 annually with mental health conditions, offering inpatient care, 24\/7 crisis services, partial hospitalization, outpatient therapy and therapeutic art\/play. Donations ensure essential mental health treatment, regardless of ability to pay.<\/p>\n

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Hope at Heart Foundation<\/strong><\/p>\n

We Deliver LOVE, HOPE, & JOY<\/p>\n

We understand the all-encompassing impact of this diagnosis. It\u2019s not just the child battling for their life \u2013 it\u2019s the entire family unit grappling with immense emotional turmoil, financial strain, and a life put on hold.<\/p>\n

Our programs are designed to address the unique needs of each family, from financial assistance through Blessing\u2019s Way to compassionate care for families grieving the loss of a child to cancer.<\/p>\n

We believe that no family should have to choose between keeping the lights on and staying by their child\u2019s side in the hospital. No child and no family should face cancer without a community behind them.<\/p>\n

At Hope at Heart, we put the heart where the hurt is, providing relief, dignity, and strength to families who deserve all three.<\/p>\n

210-879-8025<\/p>\n

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\nKLRN<\/b><\/p>\n

Your local PBS station<\/p>\n

KLRN\u2019s mission is to open a world of lifelong learning through trustworthy and enriching programs on-air, online, and in the community. KLRN has served South Central Texas for more than 60 years, reaching over 3.7 million people across 33 counties.<\/p>\n

Through trusted programming and a variety of free resources, KLRN is dedicated to telling the stories of our community, supporting teachers and families, and inspiring continued interest in education across all generations.<\/p>\n

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\nMusical Bridges Around the World<\/b><\/p>\n

Celebrating our shared humanity by providing access to global arts for all<\/p>\n

Musical Bridges Around the World brings music and cultural understanding to San Antonio through live and interactive concerts, festivals, and educational programs.<\/p>\n

We serve the public, underserved youth, seniors, and military members by offering culturally enriching experiences, educational curricula, and ambassador and scholarship opportunities. <\/p>\n

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Room Redux<\/strong><\/p>\n

Where healing and transformation go hand in hand<\/p>\n

Room Redux is a nonprofit organization that focuses on transforming the rooms of children who have faced sexual or physical abuse. Room Transformation can be a powerful tool to foster healing, as many times abuse occurs in a child\u2019s room or bed, making the room itself feel unsafe. As a result, children may stop sleeping, start acting out or may become depressed, avoiding their room entirely. Through donations and grants, Room Redux fully transforms children\u2019s rooms so they will feel comfortable and safe. A new room= a new start.<\/p>\n

Room Transformations help children recover from abuse by turning painful places into peaceful sanctuaries filled with safety, love, and care.<\/p>\n

830-743-8320<\/p>\n

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SA Youth<\/strong><\/p>\n

Success Beyond Circumstance<\/p>\n

SA Youth works to prevent children from leaving traditional school prior to graduation through CALM Clinic mental health services, intervenes through a youth development program called SOAR!, giving youth a second chance at earning a high school diploma, and provides continued support through therapeutic services.<\/p>\n

210-223-3131<\/p>\n

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\nSJRC Texas<\/b><\/p>\n

Transforming Tomorrow Together<\/p>\n

Our mission is to create supportive and nurturing environments for children and families through advocacy, innovation, and the power of positive relationships.<\/p>\n

For over 40 years, SJRC Texas has been committed to providing vulnerable children and families with the care and resources they need to overcome their challenges and thrive as they look to the future. From our foster care residential treatment program to our adoption program, and so much more, we have successfully transformed the lives of more than 72,000 children, giving them hope, stability, and a chance at a better life. <\/p>\n

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San Antonio Feral Cat Coalition<\/strong><\/p>\n

SAFCC is a volunteer driven nonprofit organization dedicated to reducing cat overpopulation in San Antonio through Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR), rescue, and public education.<\/p>\n

Our vision is to ensure no kittens are born wild on the street, no adoptable cat is without a home, and no outside cat goes without food, water, or care. We empower the community with TNR education, a Helpline for support, subsidized spay\/neuter surgeries, trap loans, and fostering for adoptable cats. Our work is sustained entirely by donations and grants, and we rely on community support to continue creating an environment where every cat is treated with compassion.<\/p>\n

210-877-9067<\/p>\n

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TEAMability<\/strong><\/p>\n

TEAMability is a San Antonio nonprofit on a mission to empower individuals with complex disabilities.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Since 2003, we\u2019ve delivered transformative therapy\u2014speech, occupational, physical, and CVI\u2014through personalized care, adaptive tech, and caregiver coaching. We turn sparks into skills and celebrate every milestone with heart, humor, and hope.\u00a0<\/p>\n

But we can\u2019t do it alone. As a nonprofit, we rely on community support to keep progress moving forward. Your help fuels first steps, first words, and lifelong breakthroughs. Join us\u2014because at TEAMability, every ability deserves a chance to shine.<\/p>\n

TEAMability@TEAMability.org<\/a><\/p>\n

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Thrive Youth Center<\/strong><\/p>\n

1,069 youth served since 2015*<\/p>\n

Our mission is to provide LGBTQ+ youth experiencing homelessness with a safe and supportive environment to facilitate their empowerment toward transforming their lives.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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