Our Impact

We advance education and empower young women from all across Austin.

The Ann Richards School Foundation supports the Ann Richards School for Young Women Leaders to help our students and alumni gain both the skills and confidence they need to attend and graduate from college and change the world.

We ensure success to and through college:

$201 million

Merit-based awards to 13 graduating classes

55%

Pursuing STEM majors in college

85%

Continuing their college studies today

44%

Will be first generation to graduate from college

We create opportunities for confident and committed young women:

100%

Engaged in STEM-focused curriculum

38

Classes per year build projects in the MakerSpace

36

Local businesses host week-long internships

100+

Number of college reps visit ARS

We support our Star alumni to ensure success in college and beyond:

1,124

Total alumni

425

Currently in college

503

College graduates

57

Graduate degrees

We raise funds and secure community partnerships for Ann Richards School enrichment programming like:

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Science, Technology, Engineering and Math

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College visits and advising

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Educational field trips and after-school clubs

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Alumni support

We are committed to financial accountability and transparency.

The Ann Richards School Foundation is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (EIN# 26-4231160). Our fiscal year runs September to August.

FY 2024 Operating Revenues

FY 2024 Functional Expenses

Learn more about the Ann Richards School Foundation