6 Ways to Give this Holiday Season - People's Community Clinic

#1 Make a Gift! Double Your Impact

As 2025 comes to a close, I reflect on a year that has tested our community’s resilience. In a challenging economy, families wonder how they will pay for medication, where their next meal will come from, and what will happen when their child gets sick. This season of giving is an opportunity to show up for our neighbors and reminds us how strong we are when we come together.

Most of the Central Texans we serve live 200% below federal poverty guidelines, and many have no insurance at all.

Patients like Sandra*, a 67-year-old woman living with physical disabilities and uncontrolled diabetes, remind us why this work matters. Sandra struggled to afford basic needs.

When she learned she might lose her Social Security Disability benefits due to an error, she was terrified. Without that benefit, she would have been with just a small housing allowance of $300 a month.

That’s when People’s on-site Medical-Legal Partnership attorney successfully stepped in to protect her benefits. No longer faced with overwhelming loss, Sandra could now focus on managing her diabetes. The relief she felt was priceless, and her quality of life improved dramatically.

Your support makes stories like Sandra’s possible. This year, People’s served over 21,000 patients. In 2026, with your help, we will reach even more neighbors in need.

But we can’t do this work alone. Throughout this season of giving, a gift of any amount will go a long way in supporting those who need health care. If you can give by December 31, you can DOUBLE YOUR IMPACT, because every dollar up to $25,000 will be generously matched by a local foundation.

Thank you for your support. Best wishes for a peaceful holiday season.

With gratitude, Matt Balthazar Chief Executive Officer People’s Community Clinic (5)

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#2 Dec. 9: Holiday Shopping at Mazúr Boutique

Join us this holiday season for a festive shopping night at Mazúr Boutique & Coffee to support People’s. The event is on Tuesday, December 9, from 5:30 to 7:00 PM. Your holiday shopping can make a difference. 💙

Mazúr Boutique & Coffee is a woman-owned local boutique offering jewelry, accessories, candles, décor, UT gifts, and other unique finds – including a charm bar. On December 9, part of every purchase will go to People’s Community Clinic. Your holiday gift will help provide quality, affordable healthcare for Central Texas families.

Enjoy refreshments while you shop. 🥂

Bring a friend, treat yourself, and help create a healthier future for our neighbors.

Download a PDF of the event HERE.

#3 Donate Your Vehicle through CARS

You can easily support People’s Community Clinic this holiday season by donating your used car, truck, RV, or boat through CARS.

Learn more about how to donate on CARS website

#4 NEW: Planned Giving at People’s

Whether you’re just starting to consider a planned gift or have already included People’s Community Clinic in your plans, we’d love to hear from you. A planned gift is a meaningful way to support your community and ensure that generations of Central Texans will continue to have access to high-quality care, regardless of inability to pay.

Planned gifts come in many forms and offer many practical benefits, such as potential tax savings, lower estate taxes, or income during your lifetime. As a nonprofit rooted in dignity and respect, we are committed to honoring your intentions and stewarding your legacy with transparency and care.

For more information, please contact Nadine Durkee, Giving Programs Manager, Nadine.Durkee@austinpcc.org, 512.684.1715.

#5 Workplace Giving

Want to double your impact? Ask if your employer offers matching charitable donations or an employee giving program. Many local companies generously match employee contributions or provide the option to give through payroll deductions—often doubling the impact of a single gift.

Every dollar makes a difference for our neighbors in need. For more information, please contact Nadine Durkee, Giving Programs Manager, Nadine.Durkee@austinpcc.org, 512.684.1715.

#6 Donate a Children’s Book

People’s Reach Out and Read™ Program Would Love Your Gently Used Children’s Books

This holiday season, you can donate gently used children’s books to People’s. These books are given to young patients (ages 6 months to 5 years) during well-child visits to promote reading and enhance early childhood development.

What to Donate

Board books and picture books
Ages 0–5
Bilingual and inclusive stories encouraged.

Where to drop off

People’s Community Clinic (look for a donation box in the lobby)
1101 Camino La Costa, Austin, TX 78752

Thank you! A single book can brighten a child’s visit and inspire a love of reading.