Left to right: Ada Saenz, President & CEO, Catholic Charities, Archdiocese of San Antonio, Inc.; Nadege Souvenir, CEO, San Antonio Area Foundation; Mary E. Garr, President and CEO, Family Service
Strengthening San Antonio’s Nonprofit Community
By Dawn Robinette, APR, Fellow PRSA | Photography by David Teran
In a city where nonprofits touch every aspect of daily life, a campaign bringing renewed focus – and support – to the organizations that keep San Antonio strong.
All Hearts on Deck is a citywide effort designed to spotlight local nonprofits, connect the community to their work, and encourage meaningful investment in their success. At its core, the campaign reframes how people think about giving, not as charity, but as a critical investment in the region’s economic and social infrastructure.
“Nonprofits are critical to our community,” says Nadege Souvenir, CEO of the San Antonio Area Foundation. “They’re doing the work every day that ensures people have access to the services they need.”
The campaign comes at a pivotal time. Shifts in federal funding, increased demand for services, and a shrinking pool of major donors have created significant challenges for nonprofit organizations locally and across the country.
All Hearts on Deck is a collaborative effort led by the San Antonio Area Foundation, in partnership with the Kronkosky Foundation, United Way of San Antonio and Bexar County, Methodist Healthcare Ministries, and H.E. Butt Foundation. Together, these organizations are working to elevate awareness, align resources, and ensure nonprofits have the support they need to continue serving the community.
Participating organizations represent a wide cross-section of San Antonio’s nonprofit community, including those focused on family support, housing, food security, and health services. Groups such as Family Service and Catholic Charities are among those navigating increased demand and decreased funding.
The impact is significant. San Antonio’s nonprofit sector supports more than 87,000 jobs and drives $13 billion in economic activity, making it an essential part of the region’s overall health and stability.
“We want people to understand that supporting nonprofits is supporting the entire community,” she says. “It’s about making sure those services are there for everyone who needs them.”
Getting involved is intentionally simple. Through the All Hearts on Deck platform, community members can explore local organizations, learn about their missions, and find ways to help – whether through donating, volunteering, or advocating for nonprofit support.
Because when it comes to building a stronger San Antonio, it truly takes all hearts on deck.
