Tulsa Public School District Awarded $100K Grant Nov 24, 2008
com, Tulsa OK) A special boost to Tulsa Public Schools was announced today: the AT&T Foundation has awarded a $100,000 grant to the TPS School District to help reverse the trend of high school students dropping out. FOX 23s Kaci Christian joins us now. (FOX23.com, OK)
AT&T awards Harlandale ISD $400,000 grant Nov 19, 2008
Harlandale Independent School District will benefit from a $400,000 grant from the AT&T Foundation in support of its high school retention efforts. The AT&T Foundation awarded Harlandale the grant through its Aspire High School Success program ... The AT&T Foundation furnished the grant as part of the $100 million AT&T Aspire program, which focuses on high school retention and workforce readiness. (San Antonio Business Journal, TX)
AT&T awards $400,000 to nonprofit Breakthrough Austin Oct 24, 2008
The group is one of 170 schools and nonprofit organizations nationwide to receive $12 million in competitive grants from the AT&T Foundation. Most of the students we serve will not go to college without significant intervention, says Barry Aidman, executive director of Breakthrough Austin. (Austin Business Journal, TX)
AT&T grants $700,000 for school programs Oct 15, 2008
recently awarded more than $700,000 in AT&T Foundation grants to six Sacramento-area educational institutions to support high school retention programs for at-risk students, the company announced. The grants are part of AT&T Aspire, a company initiative that s meant to help high school students succeed. (Sacramento Business Journal, CA)
Seton Home completes new on-site clinic for teenage moms Sep 18, 2008
The AT&T Foundation alone contributed $250,000 to support the development of the administrative building and clinic. Archbishop Jose H. Gomez will bless the facility on Friday, Oct. 10. (San Antonio Business Journal, TX)
AT&T Foundation donates $75,000 to Computers 4 Kids Aug 21, 2008
AT&T Foundation, the philanthropic arm of telecommunications giant , has donated $75,000 to ConnectKentucky s Computers 4 Kids program ... Laptop computers also will be given to students awarded special scholarships at St. Francis High School, the AT&T Foundation said in a news release. (Louisville Business First, KY)
AT&T Foundation gives $78,000 in grants to Save Barton Creek Association, others Aug 19, 2008
AT&T Foundation gives $78,000 in grants to Save Barton Creek Association, others - Austin Business Journal ... AT&T Foundation gives $78,000 in grants to Save Barton Creek Association, others ... AT&T Foundation, the philanthropic arm of AT&T Inc., awarded $25,000 to the Save Barton Creek Association to support a technology-oriented nature tour. (Austin Business Journal, TX)
Briscoe Western Art Museum lassos major corporate contribution Aug 12, 2008
The AT&T Foundation is donating $250,000 to the Dolph and Janey Briscoe Western Art Museum ... The AT&T Foundation is the charitable arm of Dallas-based AT&T Inc. (NYSE: T), a global communications holding company. (San Antonio Business Journal, TX)
AT&T to award Boy Scouts $1 million for South Side leadership center Jul 29, 2008
To support this vision, the AT&T Foundation will present a $1 million contribution to the Boy Scouts on Wednesday ... The AT&T Foundation is the philanthropic affiliate of Dallas-based (NYSE: T). (San Antonio Business Journal, TX)
AT&T awards $50,000 to the Museum of the Big Bend Jul 24, 2008
ALPINE The AT&T Foundation, the corporate philanthropy organization of AT&T Inc., made a $50,000 contribution to the Museum of the Big Bend on the Sul Ross State University campus ... In 2007, AT&T contributed more than $164 million through corporate-, employee- and AT&T Foundation-giving programs ... AT&T and the AT&T Foundation, the corporate philanthropy organization of AT&T, combine more than $1. (Odessa American, TX)
Executive firepower for nonprofits Jul 17, 2008
"The Masters Leadership Program is the finest example we've seen of initiatives that build community leadership capacity," Laura Sanford, president of the AT&T Foundation and an MLP board member, states in the organization's annual report. Seasoned volunteers. (San Antonio Business Journal, TX)
Wayland Baptist lands $300,000 AT&T grant for distance-learning initiative Jun 17, 2008
The AT&T Foundation said Monday that it will furnish the university with a $290,000 technology grant that will allow the school to invest in the equipment needed to technologically support distance learning ... The AT&T Foundation is the philanthropic organization of San Antonio-based (NYSE: T). (San Antonio Business Journal, TX)
Celebrities, 5,000 Delegates and 120 Choirs Convene in Miami for World's Largest Gay and Lesbian Performing Arts Event Jun 13, 2008
Festival 2008 is being generously underwritten by LOGO(TM), Comcast, Coors Brewing Company, Kimpton Hotels, American Airlines, Macy's, AT&T Foundation, ARAMARK Parks & Hotels, Orbitz, Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau, Barefoot Wine, Aquafina and ACFEA Tour Consultants. "We are exceptionally pleased to have the support of our visiting celebrities, our sponsors, and of course, the 5,000 delegates that will make Festival 2008 an event for the record books," commented Sonelius... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
AT&T devotes $100M to stymie high school dropouts Apr 19, 2008
AT&T and the AT&T Foundation are committing $100 million over a four-year period. The money will provide grants to schools and nonprofits that help students graduate or prepare for the workforce, allow 100,000 students nationwide to shadow AT&T workers, fund research on high school dropouts, and fund 100 state and community dropout prevention summits. (Austin Business Journal, TX)
AT&T launches $100M education initiative Apr 19, 2008
AT&T and its philanthropic arm, the AT&T Foundation, are committing $100 million to the initiative over the next four years, according to a news release ... This month, the AT&T Foundation will begin soliciting proposals from schools and local organizations for the grants. (Louisville Business First, KY)
Nonprofits to get computers for children Mar 30, 2008
The money for the computers, she said, came from the AT&T Foundation, the corporate philanthropy organization of AT&T Inc., Louisville Metro Council and Hilliard Lyons. The public/private partnership is designed to deliver computers to charities that support and deliver services to disadvantaged children and their families after school hours in Jefferson County. (Louisville Business First, KY)
Local nonprofit gets $50,000 grant from AT&T Feb 25, 2008
Family Support Services will use a $50,000 grant from the AT&T Foundation to support a collaboration with Florida Community College at Jacksonville ... The technology grant program is one aspect of the AT&T Foundation's philanthropic efforts, which totaled $4 million in Florida in 2007. (Jacksonville Business Journal, FL)
AT&T Sponsors United Negro College Fund's An Evening of Stars Celebration Jan 26, 2008
"AT&T and the AT&T Foundation support efforts that enrich and strengthen diverse communities nationwide, particularly initiatives with an emphasis on education," said Ray Wilkins, AT&T group president for Diversified Businesses. "Since 1985, AT&T companies have provided more than $12.4 million in philanthropic support to UNCF, and, in December, the AT&T Foundation provided a $275,000 grant to UNCF for scholarships to support UNCF member institutions.". (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Heartspring awarded $15,000 technology grant from AT&T Jan 13, 2008
The grant comes through the AT&T Foundation, the corporate philanthropy organization of AT&T Inc. It will be used by Heartspring as technology funding for the Mobile Access project, an initiative that uses laptop computers, special software and custom technology to deliver offsite services to special-needs children, their families and their teachers. "Children with special needs require very specialized support services, and technology like this allows us to deliver those services almost... (Wichita Business Journal, KS)
AT&T philanthropy in N.C. tops $2.5M Jan 11, 2008
Nearly 350 organizations in the state received a contribution or grant from AT&T or the AT&T Foundation, the company's corporate philanthropy organization. "We compete in a global communications marketplace that begins in every town and community," says Cynthia Marshall, AT&T state president. (Charlotte Business Journal, NC)
San Antonio expands eligibility for free income tax assistance Jan 8, 2008
The San Antonio Coalition for Family Economic Progress consists of the City of San Antonio, the United Way of San Antonio and Bexar County, the Internal Revenue Service, ACORN, Catholic Charities, , , , H-E-B, and the AT&T Foundation. The AT&T Foundation, the philanthropic organization of AT&T Inc. (NYSE: T), also is contributing $50,000 to Catholic Charities this year to support marketing efforts. (San Antonio Business Journal, TX)
Marylen Mann Dec 12, 2007
The OASIS Institute received a $1 million national grant from the AT&T Foundation to enhance the technological workforce skills of Americans over the age of 50. The AT&T Foundation is the philanthropic organization of San Antonio-based communications company AT&T Inc (NYSE: T) ... The AT&T Foundation's gift will allow OASIS to invest in additional computer equipment. (San Antonio Business Journal, TX)
AT&T Foundation gives $150,000 to local nonprofits Dec 4, 2007
AT&T Foundation gives $150,000 to local nonprofits - Birmingham Business Journal ... AT&T Foundation gives $150,000 to local nonprofits ... The AT&T Foundation announced it will give more than $150,000 to nine Birmingham area nonprofits through its technology grant program. (Birmingham Business Journal)
'A safe haven' - Donation will help CASA improve services at Children's Health Center Nov 2, 2007
A nearly $25,000 grant from the AT&T Foundation will now help the agency enhance its educational resources and provide technological support for its Children's Health Center. Established in 2005, the center addresses the prevention, investigation, assessment, referral for prosecution and treatment of child victims of physical and sexual violence. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Philanthropic giving toward UTSA scholarships hits record level Oct 26, 2007
In addition to the honors, the AT&T Foundation presented a $1. 5 million gift to the College of Engineering to establish the interactive Technology Experience Center (iTEC) on campus. (San Antonio Business Journal, TX)
Trinity lands major backing from AT&T on campus technology initiative Oct 24, 2007
received a $5 million grant Tuesday from the AT&T Foundation to support a major technology upgrade at the campus ... The AT&T Foundation grant will equip the center with all the latest software, hardware and infrastructure ... The AT&T Foundation is the corporate philanthropic arm of (NYSE: T) in San Antonio. (San Antonio Business Journal, TX)
Education nonprofit is turning to corporate wells Oct 6, 2007
Hewlett-Packard and AT&T Foundation give to BASRC's best practices research. is the primary funder of the Principals' Network. (San Francisco Business Times, CA)
Miracle League begins development of new baseball facility for disabled youth Sep 22, 2007
The AT&T Foundation, the philanthropic organization of San Antonio-based (NYSE: T), has contributed a $50,000 grant toward the development of the complex. Other key contributors include the Greehey Foundation and H.E. Butt Grocery Co. (H-E-B). (San Antonio Business Journal, TX)
AT&T Foundation donates $1 million to biomed research group Aug 14, 2007
AT&T Foundation donates $1 million to biomed research group - San Antonio Business Journal ... AT&T Foundation donates $1 million to biomed research group ... SFBR officials first opened its AT&T Genomics Computing Center in 2003 with major contributions from the SBC Foundation, the predecessor of the AT&T Foundation. (San Antonio Business Journal, TX)
South Texas Centre officially opens in Southwest San Antonio Aug 4, 2007
BCFS President and CEO Kevin Dinnin says that without the grant from the AT&T Foundation, they would not have been able to see their dream come to fruition. The BCFS South Texas Centre has been fitted with networked, high-speed voice and data systems, connectivity for nonprofit database applications and a shared technology infrastructure by which participating nonprofit agencies can link. (San Antonio Business Journal, TX)
Seton Home awarded quarter-million dollars for facility expansion Jul 12, 2007
The for Pregnant Women will receive $250,000 from the AT&T Foundation -- the philanthropic arm of -- to support the organization's ongoing facility expansion project ... The AT&T Foundation grant also will help update Seton Home's technology in the new administration building ... Margret Starkey, executive director of Seton Home, says by supporting the upgrades to the facility, this grant from the AT&T Foundation will allow the Seton Home to help more young women. (San Antonio Business Journal, TX)
AT&T honors former chairman at headquarters building Jun 30, 2007
In related news, the AT&T Foundation is providing a $5. 35 million grant to Whitacre's alma mater, Texas Tech University, to expand academic programs in engineering. (San Antonio Business Journal, TX)
AT&T Foundation funding youth opera outreach Jun 19, 2007
AT&T Foundation funding youth opera outreach - San Antonio Business Journal ... AT&T Foundation funding youth opera outreach ... The AT&T Foundation is the charitable arm of San Antonio-based (NYSE: T), a global communications holding company. (San Antonio Business Journal, TX)
San Antonio Presents Tenor Superstar Placido Domingo in Concert Jun 17, 2007
Underwriters for the Placido Domingo Concert include AT&T Foundation, The Tobin Endowment, Russell Hill Rogers Fund for the Arts, The Ewing Halsell Foundation, The Kronkosky Charitable Foundation, H-E-B, San Antonio Express News, Creative Civilization, City of San Antonio Office of Cultural Affairs and the South Texas Money Management. Tickets for Placido Domingo in Concert range from $25. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Food Bank receives technology grant from AT&T Foundation Jun 12, 2007
Food Bank receives technology grant from AT&T Foundation - San Antonio Business Journal ... Food Bank receives technology grant from AT&T Foundation ... The AT&T Foundation, the charitable arm of , has made a $195,000 grant to the to support technology infrastructure for its new facility. (San Antonio Business Journal, TX)
AT&T expands tech-access program Apr 18, 2007
"In today's digital world, the impact of connecting underserved communities with technology resources is immeasurable as we look at economic mobility," says Sonya Medina, director of the AT&T Foundation ... Since 1996, the AT&T Foundation has contributed more than $40 million in grants to organizations serving Hispanic communities across the country. (San Antonio Business Journal, TX)
AT&T Foundation helps light up Museo Alameda Apr 16, 2007
AT&T Foundation helps light up Museo Alameda - San Antonio Business Journal ... AT&T Foundation helps light up Museo Alameda ... The $75,000 gift builds on the AT&T Foundation's previous $2 million contribution as part of the initial development of the museum. (San Antonio Business Journal, TX)
AT&T contributes $500,000 grant to Schwarzenegger after-school program Mar 21, 2007
The AT&T Foundation awarded $500,000 to the nonprofit program ... The AT&T Foundation's gift will be used to support the national program -- which is a nonprofit organization that offers tutoring services and sports to at-risk middle school students ... The AT&T Foundation is the philanthropic arm of San Antonio-based communications company (NYSE: T). (San Antonio Business Journal, TX)
San Antonio will host tour featuring famous Colombian artist Feb 27, 2007
The nonprofit organizations received a $250,000 grant from the AT&T Foundation on Monday, the philanthropic arm of San Antonio-based (NYSE: T), to assist with their planning efforts and to develop educational materials for libraries and schools. The "Botero: Beloved Artist of the Americas" exhibit will divide the works of the artist between the San Antonio Museum of Art and the Southwest School of Art & Craft. (San Antonio Business Journal, TX)
AT&T antes up for Atlanta History Center, Piedmont Park Feb 13, 2007
The AT&T Foundation and BellSouth Foundation provided $2 million to a fundraising effort led by Atlanta Mayor Shirley Franklin that prevented a collection of papers by Martin Luther King Jr. from being sold at a public auction ... The AT&T Foundation also will expand the 2007 AT&T Excelerator grant program into the AT&T Southeast region for the first time. (Atlanta Business Chronicle, GA)
Children's hospital invests in new video-conferencing training capabilities Feb 6, 2007
Southwest Mental Health Center received a $30,000 grant from the AT&T Foundation, the philanthropic arm of San Antonio-based (NYSE: T) to invest in video-conferencing technology. The center initially will use the technology to host via video-conference psychologist Ross Greene to train the staff on Collaborative Problem-Solving. (San Antonio Business Journal, TX)
St. Mary's unveils new high-tech classroom court Jan 29, 2007
The university developed the courtroom through a $300,000 challenge grant from the AT&T Foundation and donations from local law firms, alumni, the Law Alumni Association, faculty and staff. The school's original courtroom was built in the 1960s when the law program moved from downtown San Antonio to the main university campus. (San Antonio Business Journal, TX)
KLRU gets grant to get the word out Jan 24, 2007
The AT&T Foundation provides grants to organizations and programs that "enrich quality of life, with an emphasis on improving education, advancing community development, addressing vital community needs and enhancing unique cultural assets.". Related Industry stories. (Austin Business Journal, TX)
Morningside receives grant to offer clinics at all San Antonio centers Jan 17, 2007
The AT&T Foundation is donating the money to build on a previous grant that allowed Morningside Ministries to initially launch the telemedicine clinic ... The AT&T Foundation is the philanthropic arm of San Antonio-based (NYSE: T). (San Antonio Business Journal, TX)
