Shield Ayres Foundation

The Shield-Ayres Foundation, founded in 1977 by Robert Ayres, Jr. and Patricia Shield Ayres, is a family-based organization committed to community, service, and leadership. With a focus on causes that are important to them, the foundation has awarded over $22 million in grants to charitable organizations primarily in Austin, San Antonio, and select areas of special interest to the trustees.

Robert Ayres, Jr., an investment banker, and Patricia Shield Ayres, an advocate for children's needs, have dedicated their lives to serving others. The foundation, now in its third generation of family involvement, continues to make a significant impact by supporting programs in human services, environment, education and arts, health, and other areas including religious, civic public affairs, and international relief development.

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