October 2025 SAN ANTONIO, TX – Social Venture Partners San Antonio (SVPSA), collaborating with a network of prominent local funders announces a significant milestone: $4 million in skilled volunteer services delivered to nonprofits throughout the San Antonio area with utilization of the Catchafire.org platform. Originally launched in 2020 as a rapid-response solution to the challenges posed by the pandemic, Catchafire … Read More
A ‘Pawfect’ time to volunteer!
Calling all animal lovers and community heroes: Paws for Purpose is just around the corner, and we need your help to make it a huge success. We need volunteers from 8 a.m. – 2 p.m. on October 11, to help us set up, welcome guests, help with parking and support for the dozens of nonprofits that will be there in … Read More
Why Catchafire matters: Providing professional help a nonprofit couldn’t begin to afford
In the heart of a community striving for mental wellness, the New Hope Counseling Center in Kerrville stands as a beacon of support and healing. With a mission to provide accessible mental health services across seven rural counties, the center has long been a pillar for individuals seeking guidance and care. However, like many nonprofits, New Hope faced the challenge of expanding its reach and impact through digital platforms. This is where Catchafire, a service connecting skilled volunteers with nonprofits, came into play.
Celebrating Growth and Connection: SVPSA Fellowship Graduation 2025
The SVPSA Fellowship celebrated its 5th class on April 16th at an event hosted by the Girl Scouts of Southwest Texas, honoring nonprofit leaders who completed a transformative six-month program. The fellowship focused on enhancing leadership skills and community networking through intensive day-long sessions covering essential topics like finances, fundraising, and board management. Participants reported increased confidence and valuable connections with peers facing similar challenges. The celebration underscored the program’s impact and the commitment of SVPSA partners to empower future leaders in the nonprofit sector.
SOS: Empowering Students Through Volunteerism
Amir Samandi serves as the Executive Director for Students of Service (SOS), a nonprofit dedicated to providing high school students with transformative educational experiences through travel and service programs.
Reflecting on a Year of Impact: SVPSA’s 2024 Highlights
As we wrap up 2024, we at SVPSA are excited to reflect on a year filled with growth, collaboration, and commitment to empowering nonprofit leaders in our community. Our journey this year has been marked by a series of impactful initiatives, trainings, and a deepening of partnerships that have strengthened both our organization and the nonprofits we serve. January Kicked … Read More
Jeana Orman: Finding Purpose Through Service
(photo) Jeana Orman and her boarded and eventually adopted guide dog, Bomba. When Jeana Orman first ventured into the nonprofit world, her journey began like many others—sitting on a board, attending meetings, and helping wherever she could. But for Jeana, this traditional route left her yearning for more. “I felt like I wasn’t doing enough,” she recalls. “Being in board … Read More
Connecting Millennials and Gen Z to Philanthropy: SVPSA’s Approach
Social Venture Partners San Antonio (SVPSA) wants to discover ways to get Gen Z and Millennials engaged with philanthropy by giving both time and treasure. As part of our strategy to cultivate more donors, we are finding ways to connect all generations for the betterment of our community. One initiative is to collaborate with the United Way of Bexar County’s … Read More
Bexar Branches: Cultivating a Greener, Healthier San Antonio
For Jaci Randel, the vision of a healthier environment where everyone can thrive has always been at the heart of her work. This passion led her to help establish Bexar Branches Alliance in 2021, a nonprofit dedicated to enhancing San Antonio’s urban forests. Jaci’s journey to founding this organization is a testament to her lifelong commitment to making the world … Read More
Unveiling the Magic Behind Magik Theatre’s Success
A story of how SVPSA’s Catchafire program made a difference In the heart of San Antonio, Magik Theatre stands as a beacon of creativity and imagination, captivating audiences of all ages with its spellbinding productions. But behind the scenes, Director of Development, Heather, had a vision to enhance the theater’s operations and ensure its continued success. Enter our hero, Jack, … Read More