Junior Achievement of Central Texas was awarded $25,000 for programming at Wooten Elementary, Burnet Middle School and Lanier High School. Teachers at these schools will work with a trained community volunteer to deliver financial literacy, work readiness and entrepreneurship curriculum.

Greater Austin Performing Arts Center, Inc. received $20,000 for the 2014-2015 Redd Carpet Fund. This grant will allow small and emerging Austin-based arts organizations to use the Long Center’s equipment and performance spaces.

A grant of $5,000 to Austin YMBL Sunshine Camps will support the new Sunshine Afterschool program at Fulmore Middle School. The camp engages students in STEM, life skills and outdoor education to prepare them for high school.  

About 3Mgives
3M is a recognized global leader in corporate giving, strategic philanthropy, volunteerism and community engagement. Since 1953, 3M has invested $1.3 billion in cash and products in U.S. communities, with additional international contributions and countless volunteer hours. In 2013, 3Mers earned the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Best Commitment to Education Award, the Excellence in Mentoring Award for Corporate Leadership and the United Way Spirit of America Award. For more information, visit www.3Mgives.com or follow @3Mgives on Twitter.

Jane Kovacs 3M Austin Public Relations 512-984-6747