About Ventana

Ventana's Sponsors

This page is dedicated to giving thanks to our Sponsors.

Our programs can only take place by virtue of strong teamwork of enthusiastic individuals and community sponsors. No words truly convey our appreciation for all the hard work and commitment that went into making Ventana del Soul a success. It is a wonderful experience to work with such dedicated members of the community!

Visit a Sponsor's Web Site by clicking on their name!


	Austin's Family Guide is a terrific online source for After School Activities, Austin Area Parks, Camp Directory, Childcare Directory, Education Guide, Family Dining, Family Shopping & Vacations, Fun Things to Do, Memberships/Kids Clubs, Parent Resources, Party Guide, Teacher Resources, and Visitors. In addition, Austin Kids Guide helps inform Austinites about the non-profit organizations who are working hard to keep kids healthy and safe!

Bank of America	The Bank of America Foundation operates with one of the largest philanthropic budgets of any corporate foundation in the United States. In 2004, we contributed more than $108 million in cash to nonprofit organizations across the country. And in 2005, we began an unprecedented $1.5 billion 10-year philanthropic goal. San Jacinto, Austin, TX 78701 1 (800) 432-1000 500

Binswanger Glass Co.	Binswanger Glass Co. - 300 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, 78704 (512) 472-2421

Blendtec	Ever met anyone who didn't like a smoothie, frozen coffee, or thick shake? We haven't either! The commercial blender market has seen many changes in the recent past. Smoothies and frozen coffees are just the latest products to create their own market segment. Blendtec has joined with major retailers as well as local operations in providing the public with the best blended taste available. Today, Blendtec blenders are found worldwide. 1-800-253-6383.

Blue Bell Creameries	It was a hot day late in August of 1907 when the Brenham Creamery Company opened its doors. A lot has changed at Blue Bell Creameries since, but the quality of our ice cream hasn't changed one bit. It's still the best in the country. We know because we eat all we can and sell the rest.

Building Specialties	Building Specialties, Inc. remains one of the leaders in commercial insulation in the state of Texas with projects in Houston, Beaumont, Dallas, San Antonio, Austin, Brownsville, and Laredo. 503 Industrial Blvd, Austin, 78745 - (512) 444-1804

Cherney Carpentry	A special thanks to Ralph Cherney for his support and our new outdoor patio!

Consolidated Electrical Distributors	4213 Todd LN, Austin, 78744 (512) 441-0005

Culligan Water	Our mission is to deliver high-quality water treatment products that will benefit every part of consumers' lives. We hope to raise the quality of life by purifying its most essential element: water. Culligan Water - 505 W Yager Ln, Austin, TX 78753 - (512) 339-2378

Ferguson Bath and Kitchen	As a coast-to-coast wholesale distributor, Ferguson supplies a vast array of plumbing and builder products, industrial pipe, valves and fittings, heating and cooling equipment, waterworks products, and tool and safety products. Through our showrooms, trade counters and sales force, we serve a diverse group of customers in many different types of businesses and industries.

Fiesta Mart	Go to a Fiesta grocery store and check out the unique cultural products from all over the world. Fiesta Mart celebrates food every day of the year. The company runs 50 stores in Texas that sell ethnic and conventional groceries, including items popular with its target customers: Mexican- and Asian-Americans. Its stores are located mainly in the Houston area, but Fiesta also has stores in Austin, the Dallas/Ft. Worth area, and Waco. Fiesta purchased three supermarkets from Winn-Dixie Stores when the grocer left Texas. At its supermarkets, Fiesta leases kiosks to vendors who offer such items as jewelry and cellular phones. The company also runs 16 Beverage Mart liquor stores. Fiesta Mart, founded in 1972 by Donald Bonham and O. C. Mendenhall, was acquired by wholesaler Grocers Supply Co. in 2004. 5235 Katy Fwy., Houston, TX 77007 (713) 869-5060

Gulf Coast Paper	Gulf Coast Paper Co. offers a full line of janitorial and paper supplies. We carry the highest quality products from leading manufacturers to give you the most trusted brand names on the market, all at competitive prices. The chemicals we sell are all major brands, assuring you of a solid liability base that extends from us to the manufacturer.

Half Price Books	Half Price Books is committed to the community. To help teachers and librarians stretch their dollar even further, we offer a 10% Discount Card, good at all Half Price Books locations. We've been supporting literacy for more than 30 years by working with local literacy groups across the country. Half Price Books strives to help provide people of all ages with the tools and skills necessary to become readers. And through the Half Pint Library program, thousands of books are collected and donated to hospitals each year. Writers have the opportunity to enter an original story in our annual Bedtime Story Book contest. Proceeds from their published works, the Say Goodnight to Illiteracy collection, go to family literacy projects. "Through the years we have recycled more than 15 million books, saving approximately 600,000 trees. We face growth with energy, talent and humor," says Sharon Anderson Wright, "because although we may sell books, the core of our company is people, talented people working together to make the world a better place. That's what Half Price Books is all about."

Hasbro	As the corporate philanthropic arm of Hasbro Inc., the Hasbro Charitable Trust manages grant donations in our operating areas, matching gifts to higher education, product donations, special community projects and the employee volunteer program. We invite you to learn more about what we do as a company to "Make the World Smile."

HEB Food Store	For more than 95 years, our commitment and involvement in the community has been recognized as an important part of the way we do business. It's our way of saying thank you for allowing us to be your neighbor. Each day we strive to earn, build and maintain a positive relationship of trust, creating a tradition of caring that has come to be known as H-E-B's Spirit of Giving. In this spirit, the company has contributed five percent of its pre-tax earnings to public and charitable programs since the 1930s, and remains one of the few companies in the nation to give at such a level.

Kemiko- Floorstain	Kemiko Stone Tone Stain transforms an ordinary concrete slab into a luxurious floor that resembles marble or glazed stone. When concrete is stained and scored Kemiko creates the appearance of expensive flooring at a fraction of the cost. Unlike paint, Kemiko Stone Tone Stain reacts with the minerals present in the concrete giving it the look and feel of natural stone.

Linking Languages	The overriding objective of Linking Languages is to provide the highest quality customized instruction for groups, businesses, or individuals available in Austin as well as a network for our members to meet and interact together, practicing their new language skills, sharing their cultures and experiences. Linking Languages is a well-established educational and social service for the Austin area with dozens of individual students, groups, and local and international businesses participating in classes and social events over the past four years. Austin's premier Spanish language-related service is now also offering English and French classes.

Lumber Liquidators	Lumber Liquidators is proud to sponsor Erik Weinhenmaer School Tours and some of his expeditions, Erik was the first blind person to climb Mount Everest. Lumber Liquidators was also a co-sponsor in making Harry Potter and Dr. Seuss book available in Braille.

MoCafe	Mocafe offers an extensive line of professional coffee bar products.

Oak Hill Laser	Special thanks to Oak Hill Laser for their generous support of Ventana del Soul.

Outdoor Signs America	Portable Sign Letters, Custom Headers and Symbols. Our 8" sign letters, custom header, and symbols fit all of our portable flashing arrow signs. Our sign letters, headers, and symbols are made of Acrylic, which will not yellow or become brittle. The sign letters are flexible and will bend into changeable copy track. Many competitors sell PVC flex letters, which are lower quality and will become yellow and brittle. You can buy Outdoor Signs America letters for the same price and get a much higher quality sign letter.

RSC- Rental Service Corp.	RSC is a responsible corporate citizen and neighbor. As such, we are committed to the support, development, and well-being of all locations where the company operates.

Sam's Club	At Sam's Club, "We are in business for small business."

Science in the Movies	Science in the Movies is a live show that uses movie stunts and special effects to teach science to young children. For 15 years Steve Wolf has designed, engineered, and performed stunts and special effects for feature films and television shows, including Tom Cruise's The Firm, on which he served as special effects coordinator, The Client, The Jungle Book, America's Most Wanted, All My Children, Crocodile Dundee II, CastAway, and a Whitney Houston music video.

Sherwin Williams	Sherwin Williams is a global producer of paints and coatings with a rich history of innovation. Today, the pioneering spirit at Sherwin-Williams lives on - with the formulation of new products that are more durable, longer lasting, easier to apply, and friendlier to the environment. As an alternative to traditional solvent-based polymers, the company's technical staff has developed coatings with waterborne and high-solids resins that are VOC-compliant, and exceed application and performance expectations.

Sign Builders of America	Special thanks to Sign Builders of America for their generous support of Ventana del Soul.

St. Edward's University	St. Edward's University is an independent Catholic University open to qualified students of all ages, backgrounds, and beliefs.

Stanley Steemer	It's a Great Big World Out There-much of which winds up being ground deep into your carpet. Whether it's pets, kids, or visitors, your carpet catches all the dirt tracked into the house day after day. Regular professional cleanings with Stanley Steemer will keep your carpet fresh and clean.

Tazo Teas	Tazo Tea Company offers a line of innovative premium teas for your enjoyment.

Texas Coffee Traders	Our mission at Coffee Traders is to roast and sell the best coffee available anywhere in the world, have fun doing it, try to contribute positively to the communities we live in and the earth that supports us. We want our employees to enjoy their jobs and benefit from being part of the Coffee Traders "Bean Team."

Texas Light Bulb and Supply	Special thanks to Texas Light Bulb and Supply for their generous support of Ventana del Soul.

The Franklin Mint	The Franklin Mint is your premier site for unique gifts and collectibles.

The Home Depot	Your associates at The Home Depot thrive on helping people in our communities. Happily, the do-it-yourself business lends itself to helping many people in many ways. As our company grows, we are constantly finding new opportunities to grow our social commitments at an ever-quickening pace.

Trammell Crow Company	Our goal is to be the very best at what we do. And our strategy to accomplish this combines a commitment to superior service for the customer with a platform of professional resources that allows us to deliver on that promise. For over half a century, this approach has allowed us to maintain a leading role in the commercial real estate industry.

Travis Tile	Special thanks to Travis Tile for their generous support of Ventana del Soul.

US Food Service	U.S. Foodservice™ believes that yesterday, today, and tomorrow, our success depends upon our customers' success. That's why U.S. Foodservice™ works hard to nurture the very best customer relations - our goal is to be the industry leader.

Vulcan Video	Special thanks to Vulcan Video for their generous sponsorship of Ventana del Soul's Tuesday Movie Nights.