Seeds of Strength Info-Mixer: Cimarron Hills Country Club
2023-01-26 18:30 - 20:30 (America/Chicago) | Cimarron Hills Country Club, 200 Cimarron Hills Trail West, Georgetown, TX, 78628
Learn about the mission of Seeds of Strength and how to become a member of this amazing organization! Open to current and prospective members. Current members, this is a social opportunity to introduce your friends to our organization. Join us in the Blue Room at Cimarron Hills Country Club. Attendance is limited to 25. RSVP by January 25 at 5pm using this RSVP link.
For questions, contact membership@seedsofstrength.org.

Seeds of Strength Info-Mixer: Wriggley's Pub, Sun City
2023-02-15 15:00 - 17:00 | Wriggley’s Pub in Sun City, 1530 Sun City Blvd, Georgetown, Texas, 78633
Learn about Seeds of Strength’s mission and how to become a member of this amazing organization! Open to current and prospective members. RSVPs are optional. Click here to RSVP.

Seeds of Strength Info-Mixer: Sun City Non-Profit Fair
2023-02-17 09:00 - 12:00 | Sun City Ballroom, 2 Texas Drive, Georgetown, Texas, 78633
Learn about Seeds of Strength’s mission and how to become a member of this amazing organization! Join us at Sun City’s Non-Profit Fair. Click here to (optionally) RSVP.

Wine, Women, Chocolate & Giving
2023-02-25 16:00 - 18:00 | Berry Creek Country Club, 30500 Berry Creek Drive, Georgetown, TX, 78628
Please join us for a wonderful evening of Wine, Women, Chocolate & Giving at Berry Creek Country Club. The more the merrier – guests are welcome – bring your friends! RVSP no later than February 18. Click this link to RSVP.

Seeds of Strength Info-Mixer: On the Square @ City Post
2023-03-02 17:00 - 19:00 | City Post Chop House, 113 E. 8th Street, Georgetown, 78626, United States
Learn about the mission of Seeds of Strength and how to become a member of this amazing organization! Open to current and prospective members. Members, this is a great opportunity to introduce a friend to SoS. RSVP (optional) at https://seedsofstrength.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/seedsofstrength/event.jsp?event=46&.
For questions, contact membership@seedsofstrength.org.

Annual Meeting and Grant Awards
2023-05-18 11:00 - 13:00 | Grace Bible Church, 2100 Shell Rd, Georgetown, TX, 78628, United States
Please join us to celebrate 2023’s grant award recipients. Box lunches will be provided by Schlotzsky’s at 11:00. The Grant Awards and Annual Meeting will begin at 11:45. Please RSVP using this link. Prospective members are welcome.

Seeds of Strength Board Meeting
2023-09-26 16:00 - 17:30, 2023-11-28 16:00 - 17:30, 2024-01-23 16:00 - 17:30, 2024-02-27 16:00 - 17:30, 2024-03-26 16:00 - 17:30, 2024-04-09 16:00 - 17:30 | First Texas Bank, 900 S. Austin Avenue, Georgetown, Texas, 78626
First Texas Bank, First Floor Conference Room, 900 S. Austin Avenue
Unless designated otherwise, regular Board meetings are open to all SoS members although only Board members may make motions and vote at Board meetings. The President may designate all or part of a Board meeting as closed or restricted to Board members only if the agenda contains items of a sensitive or confidential nature.

SoS Luncheon: Sharing Our Strength – Impacting Our Community
2023-09-28 11:30 - 13:30 | Georgetown Chamber of Commerce, 1 Chamber Way, Georgetown, TX, 78626, United States
Join us for our annual Seeds of Strength luncheon on Thursday, September 28, 2023, at the Georgetown Chamber of Commerce, 1 Chamber Way, Georgetown, TX, 78626. Our keynote speaker is Summer McAfee, an Impact Austin leader, a member of the Board of Directors of I Live Here I Give Here, and an active supporter of numerous non-profit organizations.
CLICK THIS LINK TO RSVP

Seating is limited; payment in full will reserve your seat.
$35 per person, payable by credit card.
The last day to RSVP is Wednesday, September 27, 2023 at 5:00 PM.
After you RSVP, you will receive a confirmation email containing a link to pay the fee.

Prospective members and guests are welcome!

If you have questions about the luncheon, contact info@seedsofstrength.org.
About our speaker:
Summer McAfee is a bridge builder of people, and helping people connect across Austin in meaningful ways sparks joy for her. She is in a season of exploring her next best career move. She is grateful to have been part of the USAA team for 23 years and most recently served as a lead program manager for the Chief Design Office. She has been part of the military community her entire life as her dad served 24 years in the Air Force and that sparked her advocacy for military families. She has an MBA in Business Administration/Marketing from the University of Phoenix and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Criminal Justice from the University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA). She completed the Nonprofit Leadership certificate from the University of Texas and the certification for the National Diversity Council Certified Diversity Professional (NDCCDP) in 2020.
Outside of work Summer is passionate about volunteering and engaging in community outreach events with an emphasis on military kids, STEM initiatives, and youth empowerment programs. Her favorite annual event is the Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS) national good grief camp which provides a safe space for military children to explore grief and embrace healing. She currently serves as a board member and on the Community Advisory Council (CAC) for I Live Here I Give Here.
Summer is a member of Impact Austin and co-chair for Girls Giving Grants (g3) collaborating with young ladies in 8th-12th grade. She also serves on the I Live Here I Give Here Board of Directors. She is the 2023 Membership Chair for Circle of Impact (giving circle) that supports Dress for Success Austin and was awarded the 2020 volunteer of the year by Dress for Success Austin. She is a 2021 fellow for the inaugural cohort of the African American Leadership Institute (AALI). She is a 2022, 2021, and 2020 recipient of the President’s Volunteer Service Award for completing 250+ volunteer hours annually in support of military families. She also enjoys earning medals from virtual races, live music, exploring museums, and trying new local restaurants/food trucks.

2024 Letter of Intent and Grants Process Virtual Information Session
2023-10-12 13:00 - 15:00 | Zoom Call
Prospective grant applicants are encouraged to attend our 2024 LOI and Grants Process Virtual Information Session on October 12, 2023. We will focus on eligibility requirements, specifics on how to complete the LOI including attachments, and our grants process. In addition, questions will be answered and helpful tips provided.
Registration is required. Register no later than than October 9, 2023. Click on this link to register.
The Zoom link will be emailed to registrants on October 10.
For information, contact grants@seedsofstrength.org.

Seeds of Strength Board Meeting
2023-10-24 16:00 - 17:30 | Zoom Call
Zoom meeting, email info@seedsofstrength.org to request the meeting link.
Unless designated otherwise, regular Board meetings are open to all SoS members although only Board members may make motions and vote at Board meetings. The President may designate all or part of a Board meeting as closed or restricted to Board members only if the agenda contains items of a sensitive or confidential nature.

Seeds of Strength Info Mixer: On the Square @ Union Merchant
2023-11-08 15:30 - 18:00 | Union Merchant, 224 E 8th St, Georgetown, Texas, 78626
Learn about the mission of Seeds of Strength and how to become a member of this amazing organization! No RSVP needed. Members, this is a great opportunity to introduce a friend to SoS.

Seeds of Strength Holiday Party
2023-12-05 17:30 - 19:30 | Don Hewlett Chevrolet Buick, 7601 South IH-35 Frontage Road, Georgetown, Texas, 78626
Join us for our appreciation party for SoS members and prospective members just in time to ring in the holiday season! Please RSVP by Saturday, December 2, 2023. RSVP at this link.

Info Mixer @ Lark & Owl
2024-01-11 10:30 - 12:00 | Lark & Owl Booksellers, 205 W. 6th Street, Suite 101, Georgetown, TX, 78626, United States
We hope you’ll join us on Thursday, January 11, at Lark & Owl Booksellers for a social gathering and information mixer for both prospective and current members. Learn more about the mission of Seeds of Strength, hear about the organization’s impact on local nonprofits in the community, and get to know members of our dynamic philanthropic group.
The event will be held at Lark & Owl Booksellers in Georgetown, TX from 10:30 AM to Noon. No RSVP is needed.

Info Mixer @ Berry Creek Country Club
2024-01-18 17:00 - 19:30 | Berry Creek Country Club, 30500 Berry Creek Drive, Georgetown, TX, 78628
We hope you’ll join us on Thursday, January 18, at Berry Creek Country Club for a social gathering and information mixer for both prospective and current members.
Learn more about the mission of Seeds of Strength, hear about the organization’s impact on local nonprofits in the community, and get to know members of our dynamic philanthropic group. The event will be held at Berry Creek Country Club in Georgetown, TX from 5:00 to 7:30 PM. No RSVP is needed.

Info Mixer @ Wriggley's Pub
2024-01-23 15:00 - 17:00 | Wriggley’s Pub in Sun City, 1530 Sun City Blvd, Georgetown, Texas, 78633
We hope you’ll join us on Tuesday, January 23, at Wriggley’s Pub in Sun City for a social gathering and information mixer for both prospective and current members.
Learn more about the mission of Seeds of Strength, hear about the organization’s impact on local nonprofits in the community, and get to know members of our dynamic philanthropic group. The event is at Wriggley’s Pub, 1530 Sun City Blvd #115, Georgetown, TX 78633, from 3:00pm-5:00pm. No RSVP is needed.

Wine, Women, Chocolate & Giving
2024-02-03 16:00 | Williamson County Children’s Advocacy Center, 1811 SE Inner Loop, Georgetown, Texas, 78626
Join us for this year’s Wine, Women, Chocolate & Giving celebration in the Williamson County Children’s Advocacy Center training room, 4:00pm-6:00pm. The more the merrier – guests are welcome – bring your friends!
Click here to RVSP. Please RSVP by Sunday, January 28, 2024.

Info Mixer: On the Square @ Mesquite Creek Outfitters
2024-02-08 16:30 - 18:30 | Mesquite Creek Outfitters, 704 South Austin Avenue, Georgetown, Texas, 78626
We hope you’ll join us on Thursday, February 8, at Mesquite Creek Outfitters for a social gathering and information mixer for both prospective and current members.
Learn more about the mission of Seeds of Strength, hear about the organization’s impact on local nonprofits in the community, and get to know members of our dynamic philanthropic group.
4:30pm to 6:30pm. No need to RSVP. On the square in Georgetown at 704 S Austin Avenue, Georgetown, 78626.

Info Mixer: On the Square @ City Post Chop House
2024-02-15 16:30 - 18:30 | City Post Chop House, 113 E. 8th Street, Georgetown, 78626, United States
Join us Thursday, February 15, at City Post Chop House for this “last call” social gathering and information mixer for prospective members, current members, past members… We hope you attend!
Learn more about the mission of Seeds of Strength, hear about the organization’s impact on local nonprofits in the community, and get to know members of our dynamic philanthropic group.
4:30pm to 6:30pm. No need to RSVP. City Post Chop House, 113 E 8th St, Georgetown, 78626.

SoS @ Sun City's Nonprofit Fair
2024-02-16 09:30 - 12:00 | Sun City Ballroom, 2 Texas Drive, Georgetown, Texas, 78633
Visit our booth at the Sun City Nonprofit Fair on February 16! Learn more about SoS and our organization’s impact on local nonprofits in the community.

SoS 101, In-Person
2024-04-18 16:00 - 18:00 | First United Methodist Church, 410 E. University Avenue, Georgetown, TX, 78626, United States
Back by popular demand after a four-year hiatus, SoS 101 is an opportunity for Seeds of Strength members to meet other members and learn about how our extraordinary organization functions. Members will learn about the work of all committees and be able to sign up to be on a committee (or committees) if they choose.
We have two sessions this year. Members can come to one or both!

SoS 101, In Person – Thursday, April 18, 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm at First United Methodist Church. Includes time for socializing.
SoS 101, Zoom – Thursday, April 25, 6:30pm.

Going to the in-person session on April 18? Click here to RSVP. Please RSVP by April 11.

SoS 101, Zoom
2024-04-25 18:30 - 20:00 | Zoom Call
Back by popular demand after a four-year hiatus, SoS 101 is an opportunity for Seeds of Strength members to meet other members and learn about how our extraordinary organization functions. Members will learn about the work of all committees and be able to sign up to be on a committee (or committees) if they choose.
We have two sessions this year. Members can come to one or both!

SoS 101, In Person – Thursday, April 18, 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm at First United Methodist Church. Includes time for socializing.
SoS 101, Zoom – Thursday, April 25, 6:30pm.

Attending the Zoom session? The Zoom link will be emailed to members closer to the date. (If you don’t receive your Zoom link by April 23, send an email to info@seedsofstrength.org.)

Annual Meeting and Grant Awards
2024-05-16 11:00 - 13:00 | Grace Bible Church, 2100 Shell Rd, Georgetown, TX, 78628, United States
Please join us on May 16 to celebrate 2024’s grant award recipients. The event is at Grace Bible Church, 2100 Shell Road, Georgetown.
Box lunches will be provided by Schlotzsky’s at 11:00 am. The Grant Awards and Annual Meeting will begin at 11:45 am.
If you are coming, please RSVP by end of day on May 11 to let us know. Click this link to RSVP. Prospective members are welcome!

SoS Luncheon: Sharing Our Strength
2024-10-10 11:00 - 13:00 | McKinney Christian Ministry Center, 1205 Ash Street, Georgetown, TX, 78626
Join us for our annual Seeds of Strength luncheon on Thursday, October 10, 2024, at the McKinney Christian Ministry Center, 1205 Ash Street, Georgetown, TX 78626 (across from First United Methodist Church of Georgetown, 410 E. University Avenue).
Doors open at 11:00 AM. Lunch is served at 11:30 AM. Program from 12:00 to 1:00 PM.
CLICK THIS LINK TO RSVP “YES”

$40 per person, payable by credit card. Payment in full will reserve your seat.
The last day to register is Sunday, October 6, 2024 now Tuesday, October 8, 2024 at 5:00 PM.
The last step during registration takes you to our bank’s interface for payment by credit card. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email. (Or you can access the secure bank interface HERE.)

Prospective members and guests are welcome! If you have questions about the luncheon, contact treasurer.sos2009@gmail.com.
Our Guest Speakers
John McCullough, CEO, James Avery Artisan Jewelry. John joined James Avery in 2006 and became CEO in 2019, upon the retirement of Chris Avery. Since 1954, James Avery Artisan Jewelry has offered finely crafted jewelry designs for men and women. James Avery jewelry is designed and crafted by skilled artisans in Kerrville, Corpus Christi, Comfort and Hondo, Texas using the finest materials sourced worldwide.
Paula Johnson, Charitable Giving Manager. Paula joined James Avery in 2021 and manages the company’s charitable giving program, Forging Hope. Forging Hope offers support to both Associates and Customers. The three pillars of the program are focused on supporting the arts, craftsmanship, military personnel, first responders, communities, and the environment.

2025 Letter of Intent and Grants Process Virtual Information Session
2024-10-17 13:00 - 15:00 | Zoom Call
Prospective grant applicants are encouraged to attend our 2024-25 Letter of Intent (LOI) and Grants Process Virtual Information Session. We will focus on eligibility requirements, specifics on how to complete the LOI including attachments, and our grants process. In addition, questions will be answered and helpful tips provided. We find that organizations that send a representative are more likely to prepare a complete LOI application package which often leads to an invitation to the grant application step.
Registration is required. The Zoom link will be emailed to you before the meeting.
Click on this link to register online or send an email to grants@seedsofstrength.org.
For questions, please contact grants@seedsofstrength.org.

Info Mixer: Fredrickson Ranch Community Gathering
2024-11-12 17:00 - 19:00 | RSVP to membership@seedsofstrength.org for location
We hope you’ll join us on Tuesday, November 12, 2024, at a private home in Fredrickson Ranch for a social gathering and information mixer for both prospective and current members. Learn more about the mission of Seeds of Strength, hear about our organization’s impact on local nonprofits in the community, and get to know members of our dynamic philanthropic group.
Our guest speaker will be David Gillian, Director of Development for Texas Baptist Children’s Home (TBCH). Come hear about how TBCH has furthered their mission with grant funds received from SoS. TBCH was awarded $25,000 grant from SoS in 2023.
Feel free (optional) to bring a bottle of wine to share or exchange!
PLEASE RSVP. Contact membership@seedsofstrength.org to RSVP and to receive the event address (in Fredrickson Ranch, near D.B. Wood and Cedar Breaks Road).
