How We Give Back to the Central Texas Community

At Sandoval & James, Austin, Texas is not just where we practice law, it’s our home. We are proud to give back to the community that has played a vital role in our success by providing exceptional legal representation to those injured in accidents and supporting charitable organizations that uplift the most vulnerable. Our involvement extends beyond legal services, with active engagement in various causes, financial sponsorships, and volunteer work. We are committed to making a positive impact in Austin through these efforts, as well as by offering scholarship programs to invest in future generations.

Our personal injury lawyers are deeply connected to the community, reflecting our values through contributions to causes we believe in. We work alongside organizations that strive to better the lives of Austin’s residents, and we are proud to support their missions. Below, you’ll find a list of organizations we work with and details on the scholarships we offer as part of our commitment to giving back.

2025 Car Accident Survivor Scholarship in Austin, Texas

Car accidents in Austin, TX are an unfortunate occurrence, and with approximately 1,000 crashes a month within Austin’s city limits alone (according to Vision Zero), they are a common occurrence. These accidents have led to 271 reported serious injuries and 58 fatalities in just the first eight months of 2024. The effects of these crashes … Read more

TVMF PALS Program

The Texas Veterinary Medical Foundation’s LEAP (Lending Economic Assistance for Pets) program offers free veterinary care to economically disadvantaged individuals, particularly the elderly and disabled, who rely on their companion animals for companionship and well-being. This initiative involves collaborations with local non-profit organizations, such as Meals on Wheels, to provide essential care for underserved pets … Read more

TRAPRS

Serving the Greater Austin, TX community, TRAPRS is a fully volunteer-run 501 (c)3 charity organization with a mission to help humanely trap, rescue and provide strategic consulting to lost or stray pet cases. The specialized team has decades of experience in challenging cases and all things pet-related. From hand catching to complex trapping equipment, the … Read more

The Long Center for the Performing Arts

At the Long Center, we know what Austin is all about. Our musicians, artists, and creators put Austin on the map. Their work is what draws us in, keeps us here, and allows us to innovate, grow, and thrive. Uniquely located facing the city skyline, we breathe and pulse along with the creative energy that … Read more

The Dog Alliance

At The Dog Alliance, we are passionate about improving lives through the healing power of dogs. Established in 2006, we are a 501(c)(3) donation-supported nonprofit committed to serving Texas veterans with PTSD and mobility challenges, at risk children in schools, seniors in nursing homes and the broader community by deploying our well-trained therapy and service … Read more

The Contemporary Austin

The Contemporary Austin’s full staff, board, and leadership worked together to identify seven core VALUES, set a more expansive VISION, and craft a refined MISSION that reflected the way the museum, its people, and its programs can show up for each other and for its audiences. The Contemporary Austin invites you to discover contemporary art … Read more

The Austin Public Library Foundation

The Austin Public Library Foundation works in close collaboration with library leadership to identify how we can most effectively enhance and expand the Austin Public Library’s invaluable resources and impactful programs that serve our diverse and growing community. Website: https://austinlibrary.org/

The Arc of Texas

The Arc is the largest national community-based organization advocating for and with people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and serving them and their families. We work tirelessly to uphold our vision that every individual and family living with IDD in the United States has access to the information, advocacy, and skills they need to … Read more

Texas Performing Arts

Texas Performing Arts is the University of Texas at Austin’s performing arts center. Texas Performing Arts transforms lives by creating, presenting, and connecting people through live performance. Website: https://texasperformingarts.org/

Texas Civil Rights Project

TCRP believes that legal advocacy and litigation are critical tools to protect and advance the civil rights of everyone in Texas, particularly our State’s most vulnerable populations, and to effect positive and lasting change to law and policy. Website: https://www.txcivilrights.org/

Safe Alliance

The SAFE Alliance is a merger of Austin Children’s Shelter and SafePlace, both long-standing and respected human service agencies in Austin serving the survivors of child abuse, sexual assault and exploitation, and domestic violence. Website: https://www.safeaustin.org/

Out Youth

Out Youth serves Central Texas LGBTQIA+ (lesbian/gay/bisexual, transgender, queer and questioning, intersex, and asexual) youth and their allies with programs and services to ensure these promising young people develop into happy, healthy, successful adults. Founded in 1990, Out Youth has grown and changed over the years, but we’ve always retained our most important facet – … Read more

Hope Alliance

The mission of Hope Alliance is to assist those whose lives have been affected by family and sexual violence by providing safety, services, and developing partnerships that lead to hope, healing, and prevention. In addition, it is to provide hope of future generations through prevention and be a leader in saving and transforming lives affected … Read more

Habitat for Humanity

Austin Habitat for Humanity brings individuals, organizations, and companies together to build strong, stable and self-reliant communities throughout Central Texas. Website: https://austinhabitat.org/

Front Steps / Capital Area Homeless Alliance

Front Steps is committed to providing a full range of services to support our clients moving from homelessness to safe, affordable long-term housing. Front Steps operates supportive housing programs for chronically homeless individuals and coordinates with other community homeless services providers to access both transitional and permanent housing options. Website: https://frontsteps.org/

Equality Texas

Equality Texas works to secure full equality for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer Texans through education, community organizing, and collaboration. Equality Texas Action works to secure full equality for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer Texans through political action, education, community organizing, and collaboration. Website: https://www.equalitytexas.org/

Environment Texas

Environment Texas works for clean air, clean water, clean energy, wildlife and open spaces, and a livable climate. Our members across the state put grassroots support behind our research and advocacy. Environment Texas envisions a greener Texas: one that protects more places where nature can thrive, and offers us and our children a greater opportunity … Read more

Citizens Commission on Human Right Texas

The Citizens Commission on Human Rights Texas (CCHR Texas) is a non-profit mental health watchdog that has long fought to restore basic unalienable human rights to the field of mental health throughout Texas, including, but not limited to, full informed consent regarding the medical legitimacy of psychiatric diagnosis, the risks of psychiatric treatments, the right … Read more

AYLA

The Austin Young Lawyers Association is a professional association dedicated to the promotion of justice through community service. Open to Austin attorneys under the age of 40 or licensed for three years or less, AYLA provides numerous opportunities for young attorneys to socialize, network with judges, and access free or discounted CLE. In addition, AYLA … Read more

Austin Humane Society

Serving our community since 1952, the Austin Humane Society (AHS) is the longest standing no-kill shelter in Austin. AHS transforms the lives of animals and the people who love them through life-saving programs that find animals homes, serve animals and people in times of crisis, prevent future homelessness through spay and neuter, and engage the … Read more

Austin Creative Alliance

Austin Creative Alliance is a 501c3 nonprofit serving the music, arts, arts and culture sector. Founded in 1974 as the Austin Circle of Theaters (ACoT), in 2009 at the recommendation of CreateAustin, The City of Austin’s Cultural Master Plan, the organization was renamed and adopted a new development and advocacy mission inclusive of all artistic … Read more

Toys for Tots

Toys for Tots is a charitable program run by the United States Marine Corps Reserve. Its mission is to collect new, unwrapped toys during October, November, and December each year and distribute them as Christmas gifts to less fortunate children in the community. Founded in 1947, the program aims to bring joy to children who … Read more

Just Keep Livin Foundation

The Just Keep Livin Foundation was established by actor Matthew McConaughey and his wife, Camila Alves McConaughey, with the goal of empowering high school students to lead active and healthy lives. The foundation implements after-school programs in underserved schools, focusing on fitness, wellness, and community service to provide students with tools and support for success. … Read more

Texas Advocacy Project

Texas Advocacy Project is a nonprofit organization that provides free legal services to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking throughout Texas. Founded in 1982, the organization’s mission is to empower survivors through legal advocacy and education, helping them obtain protections necessary to break the cycle of violence and achieve safety. Services offered include … Read more

Center for Child Protection

The Center for Child Protection is a children’s advocacy center serving Austin and Travis County, Texas. Dedicated to reducing trauma for children during the investigation and prosecution of abuse cases, the center provides a safe, child-friendly environment where children can share their experiences and receive comprehensive services. These services include medical evaluations, forensic interviews, counseling, … Read more

Volunteer Legal Services of Central Texas

Volunteer Legal Services of Central Texas (VLS) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing free civil legal assistance to low-income individuals and families in Central Texas. By connecting volunteer attorneys with clients in need, VLS addresses legal issues affecting basic needs such as safety, shelter, and financial stability. The organization believes access to legal representation … Read more

Texas Access to Justice Commission

The Texas Access to Justice Commission was established by the Supreme Court of Texas in 2001 to address the need for legal assistance among low-income Texans. The commission works to expand access to civil legal services for those who cannot afford representation, aiming to ensure the justice system is fair and accessible to all. Through … Read more

Save the Redwoods League

Save the Redwoods League is a conservation organization founded in 1918 with the mission to protect and restore California’s redwood forests. Recognizing the importance of these majestic trees, the league has worked to conserve redwood ecosystems through land acquisition, habitat restoration, and advocacy efforts. The organization focuses on purchasing and safeguarding redwood forestland to prevent … Read more

Round Rock Rotary Club

The Round Rock Rotary Club is a local chapter of Rotary International, a global network of community leaders dedicated to service and fellowship. Established in Round Rock, Texas, the club brings together professionals and business leaders committed to making a positive impact both locally and internationally. Members collaborate on service projects, fundraising efforts, and initiatives … Read more

Reach Out Worldwide

Reach Out Worldwide (ROWW) is a nonprofit organization founded in 2010 by actor Paul Walker, dedicated to providing rapid response aid to areas affected by natural disasters. Comprising volunteer professionals with expertise in fields like medicine, engineering, and logistics, ROWW aims to bridge the gap between the immediate aftermath of a disaster and the arrival … Read more

Montessori School of San Antonio

The Montessori School of San Antonio is an educational institution that follows the Montessori method of teaching, fostering a child-centered learning environment that promotes independence and curiosity. Serving students from early childhood through middle school, the school is committed to nurturing each child’s unique potential through hands-on experiences and individualized instruction. In the Montessori classroom, … Read more

Austin Pets Alive!

Austin Pets Alive! is a nonprofit animal rescue organization with a mission to promote and provide resources, education, and programs needed to eliminate the euthanasia of companion animals. Established in response to high euthanasia rates in Austin shelters, the organization has helped transform Austin into one of the largest no-kill cities in the United States. … Read more

Austin for the Kids

Austin for the Kids is a charitable organization focused on improving the lives of children in the Austin community. By organizing fundraising events and partnering with local businesses and individuals, it raises funds to support pediatric healthcare initiatives, educational programs, and other child-centered services. The organization’s efforts aim to address critical needs and enhance the … Read more

Austin Bar Association

The Austin Bar Association is a professional organization serving the legal community in Austin, Texas. Comprised of attorneys, judges, and legal professionals, the association promotes high ethical standards and supports the practice of law through resources like continuing legal education programs, networking events, and professional development opportunities. It aims to enhance the proficiency and growth … Read more

Anderson High School Speech & Debate Team

The Anderson High School Speech & Debate Team is a student organization dedicated to enhancing public speaking, critical thinking, and argumentative skills among its members. Students participate in local, state, and national competitions, engaging in various debate formats and speech events that enrich their academic experience. The team provides a supportive environment where students can … Read more

Our Lady of Guadalupe

Our Lady of Guadalupe is a historic Catholic parish located in Austin, Texas, rooted in the spiritual and cultural life of its community. Established in 1907, the parish has served as a place of worship and community gathering for generations. The church is dedicated to Our Lady of Guadalupe, symbolizing unity among its congregation. The … Read more

The Equality Alliance

The Equality Alliance is an organization committed to promoting diversity and inclusion within the Austin community. Focusing on advocacy, education, and community engagement, the alliance works to address inequalities and support underrepresented groups. Through events, workshops, and public forums, The Equality Alliance fosters dialogue on issues such as social justice and discrimination. It collaborates with … Read more

In The Community

How We Give Back to the Central Texas Community