24-hour campaign starts March 4 to support Williamson County nonprofits

I Live Here I Give Here will host its third annual Amplify Wilco Day starting March 4, benefitting over 90 nonprofit organizations in Williamson County.

The event will span from March 4 at 6 p.m.-March 5 at 6 p.m, coinciding with the neighboring area’s Amplify Austin Day, which raised $122.4 million for Central Texas nonprofits since 2013, according to a news release.

Lend a hand

Residents are invited to donate any amount, starting at $5, throughout the 24-hour period. Donations will go to local organizations, including ones focused on animal care, veterans, housing, shelters, arts and culture.

Participating nonprofits include but are not limited to:

• Meals on Wheels of Williamson & Burnet Counties
• A Gift of Time
• Operation Liberty Hill
• Faith in Action Georgetown
• Taylor Pride
• Habitat for Humanity Williamson County

Learn more

Early giving for Amplify Wilco Day started Jan. 28, offering prizes for community participation. In addition, total donations made through early voting will count toward the day’s overall total funds raised.

Several local businesses and foundations have pledged to match donations, according to the news release. Tito’s Handmade Vodka will match donations made to arts and culture organizations with $25 per donation, up to $15,000.

The event will serve as a “hyperlocal celebration of Williamson County’s unique identity and needs,” the release states.

• March 4, 6 p.m.-March 5, 6 p.m.
• Donations starting at $5
• www.amplifyatx.org/info/amplifywilco