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Texanthropy Spotlight: Nominate Someone You Know for the Governor’s Volunteer Awards

It’s that time of year again! Nominations for the 2017 Governor’s Volunteer Awards are open, and First Lady Cecilia Abbott is once again c

Law Enforcement Appreciation Day

Yesterday was Law Enforcement Appreciation Day in Texas - a day where we can show our support and gratitude for those in law enforcement who put

A Look Back at 2016

2017 is here, and a new year brings new resolutions, plans, and new beginnings. But I want to take a quick look back at 2016, because it was a very im

Wreaths Across America

On Saturday morning, Greg and I joined many of our fellow Texans at the Texas State Cemetery - and thousands across to country - to participate i

Texanthropy Spotlight: Taylor Thompson - 2016 First Lady’s Rising Star Award Winner

This week’s Spotlight is on the winner of the 2016 Governor’s Volunteer Award “First Lady’s Rising Star”. This award hon

Extra Help During the Holidays

I wanted to share with you an article I recently read because I think it is a very important reminder: Plenty of nonprofits looking for holiday help

Texanthropy Spotlight: Bastrop County Long Term Recovery Team - 2016 Governor’s Volunteer Award Winner

This week we are spotlighting the Bastrop County Long Term Recovery Team, the winner of the 2016 Governor’s Volunteer Award for Community Leader

Christmas Time at the Governor’s Mansion

Elves have been very busy at the Governor’s Mansion this week, and now the halls are decked for the holidays! I want to remind all Texans that the Governor’s Mansion is open to the public for tours.