“Austin Cosmpolitan Rotary Club is special because its members are passionate about what they bring to our local community, and to other important projects on other continents.” Chartered in 2007, the Austin Cosmopolitan Rotary Club (ACRC) is one of 35,000 Rotary International clubs worldwide. Their mission is to provide service to others, promote integrity, and …

2020 has had a toll on all of us. We’re incredibly proud of our community for continuously stepping up to the plate and being a city that is centered on caring. With COVID-19 still spiking, we understand that most nonprofits cannot accept in-person volunteers and that many of you still have concerns about being in …

Growing Good surveyed Central Texas companies about all the ways they are helping to address our community’s greatest needs through philanthropy – and the results are in! RecognizeGood has been proud to be a founding driver of this effort to measure corporate philanthropy in Central Texas, and we’re especially proud that we didn’t let a …

Carrying on the legacy of Paws in Prison founder Machelle Gaconnet, Catherine stepped up to fill incredibly big shoes to help rehabilitate over 1,000 women inmates through canine therapy.  Catherine Laria has been working with animals for over 20 years. She is the owner of K9 Country Club in Bulverde and has been bringing her …

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Retiree Ann McGinley has been saving babies’ lives as a volunteer with Mothers’ Milk Bank at Austin for over 14 years. Ann McGinley is not only one of the most loyal volunteers at Mothers’ Milk Bank at Austin, but also one of the most loved. When Ann retired in 2006, she knew she wanted to …

Kiwanis is a global organization of volunteers dedicated to changing the world, one child, and one community at a time. The Kiwanis Club of Sun City Georgetown was chartered June 24, 1997, and has over 100 members, making it the largest club in the Texas/Oklahoma district.  The club is a thriving organization of service and …

Honoring the most ethical business leaders in Central Texas, virtually. Join us today at 11:00!

The Trade Up Texas campaign is the product of a truly unique partnership between an inventive corporation, an innovative media outlet and a forward-thinking nonprofit. In the end, the campaign inspired almost 2,000 Texans to change their lives. Read how!

This ongoing post is for those who want to do more good – but may not know where to start. We’re compiling thoughts from experts around the country (although hey, we’re partial to the Austin area) to help give you all the advice and insight you need with just one click.

At RecognizeGood, it has and always will be our mission to share the GOOD in our community. In a time where our news feeds are refreshed more frequently than ever, we wanted to dig deeper and share the stories of our friends who are still out there on the front lines – the nonprofit staff …

There’s plenty of good happening all around us, right here in the Austin area – all you have to do is shine the light! Opportunities to show your gratitude are endless, but by making your Thank You public through this website, you have the chance to inspire others. Join our effort today!