George Washington Carver Ambassadors
Furthering the Carver Museum's Mission of Supporting African and African American Traditions, History, and Culture
Life Celebration for Bernadette Phifer
Join us for a celebration of the beautiful life of Bernadette Phifer.
We are coming together to celebrate the life and legacy of Bernadette Phifer. We would love for you to be part of this special afternoon of remembrance.
When: March 1, 2026 | 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Where: George Washington Carver Museum
Please let us know you’re coming by reserving your spot here: Life Celebration for Bernadette Phifer
Support the Carver Museum's Inclusion in the 2026 Bond!
Join the George Washington Carver Ambassadors as we support the Carver Museum inclusion in the 2026 Bond.
• Continued public engagement and feedback during the bond development process is important. Community members are welcomed at the meetings to give their input.
• Bond Advisory Task Force and City Council discussions will further shape the final recommendation. Community members are welcome to give public comment about prioritizing specific projects during their meetings.
• Contact Austin City Council Members, District 1 City Council Member Natasha Harper Madison, City Manager T.C. Broadnax, Bond Election Advisory Task Force (BEATF) Vice Chair Frances Jordan, BEATF Investments in Facilities & Assets Working Group Member Kaiba White, Capital Delivery Services Assistant Manager Marcus Hammer to show support.
Who We Are
Coming Together and Making a Difference in Our Community
For close to 20 years, George Washington Carver Ambassadors, Inc. has provided support to the George Washington Carver Museum by offering volunteer services, financial support, and collaboration on programs and events.
What We Do
— We Fund
We host annual fundraisers to help financially support projects, programs, and community events at the museum.
— We Donate Art
We have commissioned and purchased art for the Carver Museum’s collection.
— We Sponsor Events
We help sponsor annual community events such as the Silver Bell Social and Santa Special.
— We Educate
We provide scholarships to college bound students in the surrounding community.
— We Volunteer
We work as volunteers at the museum such as being museum docents
— We Consult
We have worked as consultants at the Genealogy Center.