The BBATX COVID-19 Guide: Funding and Community Resources in Austin, Texas
Over the last few weeks, our team has been in pivot mode. Thanks to the efforts of bbatx committee members Liz Whitington and A’nysha Aileen, as well as our Executive Director Jane Hervey, we’ve been able to compile hyperlocal resources for those navigating COVID-19 whiplash. We want to give special thanks to Six Square, DAWA, and Interfaces who have partnered with us to help amplify these resources during this time. Stay well and stay home, friends.
This blog post will be updated weekly. Opportunities shared here may be added or removed based on their timeliness, relevancy, etc. If you have something to submit, please email us: thebabes@bossbabes.org. Thank you
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We recommend setting aside time to browse this guide and make note of the resources that may best suit your needs. It can be overwhelming to tackle too many things at once—so give yourself time to explore, determine what you will move forward with and apply to, etc. Your health and capacity are of the utmost importance!
GRANTS & FUNDING IN AUSTIN, TEXAS
Mid-America Arts Alliance (MAAA)-GRANT
A great Artistic Innovations project is one that has in-person experiences of art, art making, or artists at the heart of the initiative and introduces a new or original idea or product to the applicant’s audience. Engagement through feature presentation and outreach includes but is not limited to performance, publication, lecture/demonstration, exhibition, master class and/or workshop. Maximum request amount $15,000. Apply here.
Texas Cultural Trust-GRANT/PROJECT
The Texas Cultural Trust (TXCT) invites artists and creative teams residing in Texas—as well as those who have previously lived and worked in Texas—to submit their qualifications for the development of a new Texas Medal of Arts. Applicants should submit their qualifications only, and not proposals. Once an artist or creative team is selected, they will be invited to create and propose full ideas, concepts, and artwork for the Texas Medal of Arts. Submit here!
Contemporary Art Digest - SCHOLARSHIP
The ACN Student Scholarship is open to undergraduate BIPOC student who can demonstrate financial need. Students must be pursuing a degree in visual art from an accredited four-year university in the United States. Find out more here.
Parent Residency Grant- RESIDENCY
This residency includes a $1450 childcare stipend, up to $250 for travel costs, free onsite housing, and 24/7 studio access. The $1450 childcare stipend can be used at the artist’s discretion, though a childcare plan must be submitted with the application. Learn more here.
Tila Studios Fund for Black Women Artists – GRANT
In an effort to sustain black women’s contributions in the art industry during the COVID -19, TILA Studios is launching a recurring monthly fund beginning at $1,000 to support black women artists nationwide. Find out more here.
Redbull Microgrant Program – GRANT
Red Bull has announced the expansion of its artist microgrant to Austin. All artists who apply will be considered for a once-monthly stipend of $1,000 through end of 2020 (a total of $5,000 beginning in August). Learn more here.
SBA Grants for Small Businesses
The SBA is giving out 1k for small business owners, sole-proprietors and the like, and apparently they're approving everyone. More info on it being a grant and not a loan here. Access the application by clicking here.
Joann’s Grants for Black Sewists and Crafters – GRANT – [OPENS AUGUST 1]
We’re very proud to announce a new program that supports two things that are important to us – diversity and handmade happiness. This program will offer $100,000 in annual grants to Black sewists and crafters across the USA. If you are interested, we welcome and encourage you to apply! We will start accepting applications August 1. Click here to access the application.
Southern Smoke Relief Grant – GRANT / SERVICE INDUSTRY
Southern Smoke is a nonprofit 501c3 charitable foundation. Our Emergency Relief Program provides emergency funding to those employed by or own restaurants or bars or are employed by a restaurant or bar supplier that are faced unforeseen expenses that cannot or will not be covered by insurance. Learn more here.
FCA Emergency Grants COVID-19 Fund – GRANT / FINE ART
Foundation for Contemporary Arts is creating a temporary fund to meet the needs of experimental artists who have been impacted by the economic fallout from postponed or canceled performances and exhibitions. The Foundation will disburse one-time $1,500 grants to artists who have had performances or exhibitions canceled or postponed because of the pandemic. Apply here.
Equal Sound’s Corona Relief Fund – GRANT / MUSIC
If you are a musician who has lost income due to a cancelled gig as a result of the Coronavirus / COVID-19 outbreak you can apply for funding. Apply here.
Craft Emergency Fund - GRANT / ARTS
CERF+ broadly defines eligible artists to include those who create work using historically recognized craft materials such as clay, glass, textiles, wood, metal; as well as those whose work expands on these historical definitions through the incorporation of non-traditional materials, new technologies and experimental approaches. Apply here.
Arts Leaders of Color Emergency Fund – GRANT / ARTS
Arts Administrators of Color Network has set up the Arts Leaders of Color Emergency Fund. This fund is for US-based BIPOC artists and administrators. This is a ONE-TIME micro grant of $200. Apply here.
Artist Relief – GRANT / ARTS
Artist Relief will distribute $5,000 grants to artists facing dire financial emergencies due to COVID-19; serve as an ongoing informational resource; and co-launch the COVID-19 Impact Survey for Artists and Creative Workers, designed by Americans for the Arts, to better identify and address the needs of artists. Apply here.
Texas Disaster Unemployment Assistance – RESOURCE
Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA) provides unemployment benefits for individuals who lost their jobs or self-employment or who are no longer working as a direct result of a major disaster for which a disaster assistance period is declared, and who applied but are not eligible for regular unemployment benefits. Learn more here.
Red River Cultural District’s Banding Together – GRANTS / ARTS
Banding Together ATX has secured philanthropic donations to support workers in the music, hospitality, and service industry - you can either donate or apply to receive up to $100 grocery gift cards. Apply here.
Artists Emergency Fund, Austin Creative Alliance – GRANTS / ARTS
As part of Austin Creative Alliance response to the Coronavirus/COVID-19 pandemic, ACA has established The Artists Emergency Relief Fund where artist can apply for up to $500 to replace verifiable lost income due to the cancellation of a specific, scheduled gig or opportunity (i.e. commissions, performances, contracts) due to Coronavirus/COVID-19 precautionary measures. Apply here.
JOBS IN AUSTIN, TEXAS
Mathys + Potestio aka The Creative Party – JOBS
The Creative Party, a staffing agency on a mission to unite and empower creatives on their quest for work that inspires them, currently has openings. Apply here.
Remote Job Google Spreadsheet – JOBS
This google spreadsheet has over 1500+ Remote Jobs From 100+ Companies Hiring Remotely in March 2020. The remote jobs are across various industries. Access here.
Bumble Jobs – JOBS
Open positions at Bumble. Bumble is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes everyone to our team. Apply here.
Austin Chronicle Job Posting – JOBS
View up to date seasonal job opportunities of all skill levels. Access here.
The Austin Chamber's Job List for Austin, Texas - JOBS
If you're out of work or looking to pivot, the Austin Chamber has compiled a list of companies in Austin, Texas that are currently hiring. Access here.
FREE COMMUNITY AID IN AUSTIN, TEXAS
Austin Women’s Health Center – REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH
AWHC offers comprehensive gynecological health care with a focus on providing compassionate abortion services in a private and supportive environment. AWHC currently has shorter waiting time than PP and has counselors available for pre and post-abortion needs. Find out more here.
Austin COVID Medical Resources — HEALTH
This is the City of Austin webpage for those who are sick with COVID-19. Click here to access.
Foundation Communities Health Insurance Consultations — HEALTH
Losing health insurance? If you recently lost or will lose health insurance due to job loss, spouse's job loss, or otherwise, you do not have to opt for COBRA. Foundation Communities' Health Coverage program can help you learn if you qualify for a special enrollment period to enroll in a federally-subsidized Marketplace health insurance plan. They are certified to assist any Texas resident and they have phone appointments available. To schedule a phone appointment, leave a message at (512) 381-4520, email enroll@foundcom.org, or visit foundcom.org/prosper-centers/health-coverage
Speak Up Austin — FELLOWSHIP
This is the City of Austin's webpage to highlight Austinites' efforts to connect, unite, support and keep one another safe during this difficult time. Click here to view.
City of Austin: COVID-19 Dashboard — HEALTH
Stay up to date on the COVID-19 cases and information pertaining to the Austin community. Click here to access.
AISD Food Services — FOOD
This is the list of locations where Austin ISD Food Services will prepare and provide meals for children under the age of 19 at more than 70 locations while school is closed due to COVID-19 precautions. Click here to learn more.
ATX Free Food Sharing — FOOD
ATX Free Food Sharing is a Facebook group to share the food they're offering or need. Click here to access.
Austin Resource & Skill Sharing Network — SKILLS
This form will be used in the creation of a database to match people who have something to spare with those in need in the Austin community. Click here to access.
Find Help — FOOD AND RENT ASSISTANCE
This is a national database where you can input your zip codes to find the local support you need in your area. Access the database.
How to Care For Your Mental Health In a Crisis — MENTAL HEALTH
bbatx committee member and Licensed Professional Counselor Ilyse Kennedy shares her thoughts on caring for our mental health while in a crisis, as well as affordable / free therapy options in Austin, Texas during COVID-19. Click here to read.
Community Drop Ship - RESOURCE
Community Drop Ship has been set with the intention of helping artists, musicians, brands, and everyone in between, the ability to make money for free.This allows you to sell shirt designs online through pre-orders on our site. All you do is choose your shirt color, ink color, and upload your design; Raw Paw takes care of the rest! Learn more.
Asian American Unites Therapists Offering Reduced-Fee Teletherapy - MENTAL HEALTH
The Inclusive Therapists community is offering immediate support with the goal of reducing rates of suicide, substance use related deaths, domestic violence, and other mental health issues that can rise acutely during crisis. Click here.
Planned Parenthood Telehealth - REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH
Have questions about your sexual/reproductive health? Gearing up for some sex ed at home? Planned Parenthood is here to offer you resources. Learn More.
Pandemic Home Care Guide - HEALTH GUIDE
Download this guide to learn the skills you need to take care of yourself and your loved ones if they get COVID-19. Download here.
Austin Takeout Tracker - FOOD RESOURCE
We keep track of Austin, TX restaurants open during the COVID-19 health crisis. Please patronize them, tip well, and be patient and understanding about any shortages or mishaps. Click here to access.
Takeout & Delivery Options via the Austin Chronicle – FOOD RESOURCE
Support local business while keeping social distance with an Austin restaurant take-out and other food delivery options during Coronavirus quarantine. Click here to learn more.
Austin Chronicle Coronavirus Coverage – NEWS & INFO
The Austin Chronicle's coverage of the Coronavirus include health reports, online events, and other local news relating to Coronavirus. Click here to access.
City of Austin COVID-19 Response – NEWS & INFO
As the new COVID-19 orders on community gatherings, restaurants and bars are implemented, Austin-Travis County are highlighting the range of services provided by public sector and community and economic development partners to help people in the service, events, music and other industries who are likely to be impacted most by the restrictions. Click here for more info.
Childcare Options for Essentials Workers – CHILD CARE
Essential workers whose household income is no more than 150% of the State Median Income may qualify for free childcare. There is no parent co-pay for child care at least through May 31, 2020. Click here to learn more.
Free Minds Project – FREE EDUCATION
Free Minds Project is a program offering a free year-long college course in humanities to adults who have faced barriers to education. Click here for more info.
FREE AUSTIN VIRTUAL FESTIVALS, WORKSHOPS AND CONFERENCES
Artist Relief Program- WORKSHOPS
This 4-part professional development series will empower you with techniques to stand out,build meaningful relationships, and connect with your target audience online in efficient ways. Click here to get started.
The 19th Represents Virtual Summit 2020
The 19th Represents is a week of virtual events to raise the voices of women — past and present — who are reshaping the American story. Click here to learn more.
Regional Campaign for Internet Access, and Technology
In partnership with other orgs, the Austin Urban Technology Movement launched a regional campaign for internet access, technology devices (mobile hotspots and computers), and workforce development for low income, underserved, and underrepresented communities. People can fill out the form on our website under our main banner at www.autmtx.org and the direct link is https://bit.ly/2zEWgQ8.
Dykes You Should Know: Dyke-A-Day – ACCEPTING SUBMISSIONS
The main objective is to educate and entertain viewers by honoring a Dyke from any part of history, in any capacity - it can be an influential Dyke in your life, a Dyke from the future, or even yourself. The more obscure the better! If you are a Dyke, we wanna know! If you aren't a Dyke, but love you a Dyke, then this is for you too! Click here for more info.
SXSW Sessions
SXSW Sessions Online is a weekly series of programming with speakers who can share their expertise, empathy, and experience, while also giving registrants a chance to actively engage with them through a Slido Q&A. Learn more here.
General Assembly's Free Virtual Events
General Assembly is offering free info sessions, meetups, demo nights, and hackathons . Get 50% off their workshops and full-day bootcamps using the code “ATX_Remote”. Click here to learn more.
One Book One Bronx Reading Club
One Book One Bronx is a new style reading group that inspires, encourages, and delights readers. Every week, we meet to discuss one book that reflects the people of the Bronx. These weekly restorative conversations related to gentrification, social justice, women’s. Click here to RSVP.
The Stay Home Club — CREATIVE / PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT / WELLNESS
To keep us indoors and connected, bbatx has launched STAY HOME CLUB. STAY HOME CLUB is a once-weekly virtual gathering on Saturdays in April, featuring creatives, entrepreneurs and leaders from our programs. We’re going to share resources, explore rest and new routines, talk about layoffs and career pivots and show up for our creative and small business community. All genders and professions welcome. We hope to see you stay home. Click here to RSVP.
Move Texas – EDUCATIONAL ENTERTAINMENT
A new series to help you pass the time and become a policy pro. They'll be rolling out live conversations, book recs, documentaries to queue up, and more! Follow them on twitter to hear about all their programming. Click here to learn more.
Austin Chronicle's Virtual Events & Live Streams Listings
Visit the Austin Chronicles' events page to see the local programming happening in Austin each day. Click here to learn more.
atxGALS & the Cathedral ATX's online art workshops led by local artists – CREATIVE & ENTREPRENEURIAL
The Cathedral hosts a variety of events that are open to the Austin community - check out what's coming up and join them in supporting Austin's thriving creative and entrepreneurial community. Click here for more info.
Austin Film Festival's AFF at Home
Join Austin Film Festival's virtual experience to not only to help you dive deeper into your writing, but to help us all stay connected through story. Each week they’ll provide five actions to help you develop one element of story. Click here to learn more.
Creative Mornings – VIRTUAL FIELD TRIPS
Creative Mornings Field Trips are a monthly series of small group discussions, tours, or workshops held to spread the creative magic happening around Austin. Most of our FieldTrips are free, but we may ask for a suggested donation to cover materials for some of them. Click here for more info.
Pivoting Your Music Business with Austin Music Foundation – MUSIC / EDUCATIONAL
Austin Music Foundation is offering virtual workshops focused around adjusting your music business strategy when live performances are not an option. Events are frequently being added. Click here to see event schedule.
Body Collective's Stress-Relieving Resources – YOGA / MEDITATION / MOVEMENT
Sign up for Body Collective's Self-Care Toolbox to get access to their online programming of a variety of offerings around movement, meditation, and well-being. Sign up here.
Texas Governor’s Office — ENTREPRENEURIAL
Curious about the different loans available and what kinds of assistance the state/federal governments may be able to provide to your small business/start-up? Check the Governor’s calendar for virtual programming and series to stay in the loop on webinars and other tools as they provide them. Click here to see their current calendar.
Factora’s Save Like It's Your Hobby Challenge — PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT / FINANCES
You already know how important saving money is. It's the first step to investing, having an emergency fund, or buying any kind of asset. Join Factora in their first 30-day "Save Like It's Your Hobby" Challenge where we're aiming to save $50,000 as a community. Starting April 15, you'll get 1 email a week with savings tips, reminders, and a form to tally up your savings and hold you accountable. Sign up link is here.
ATX TV Festival (June 5-7) — CREATIVE / ARTS
ATX TV festival will all be virtual this year—you will be able to stream the festival. Click here for more info.
Glasstire Virtual Tours — CREATIVE / ARTS
Take video tours of art exhibitions in Texas. Click here.
Christine Garvey’s Free Mindset Coaching — CREATIVE / ARTS
This is for any creative spirit who wants support and resources during these challenging times. As a group, we'll do some journaling and pause to recognize that our thoughts are the biggest thing we can control right now. Click here to learn more.
Antonelli’s Cheese Workshops — CREATIVE
Support your local cheese shop by attending special digital classes. Follow their instagram or sign up for their newsletters for class schedule.
Mailchimp Presents SXSW 2020 Shorts — CREATIVE / ARTS
Check out the SXSW Film Festival short lineup that would have screened this past March. Click here to watch and explore.
Creative Standard by Big Medium — CREATIVE / ARTS / PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Big Medium’s virtual Coffee Chats feature leaders in the creative community sharing their personal and professional experiences to inspire others pursuing careers in art. Click here to RSVP for upcoming dates.
The Financial Feminist Summit (May 27) - FINANCIAL / PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT
A free summit by and for people who give a shit about financial equity. We'll cover practical issues, like how you can pay off debt or start investing, and bigger issues like how policy and money relate. Register for free here.
NATIONAL RESOURCES + OTHER TOOLS
COVID-19 Resources for Vulnerable Communities and Non-Profit Organizations – RESOURCE GUIDE
A list of COVID-19 resources for vulnerable communities and non profits across the US. Click here to access.
Teen Vogue: 10 Ways to Fight for Social Justice During the Coronavirus Pandemic – RESOURCE GUIDE
10 ideas for how to keep our roots strong, nurture communities, and bolster human rights in the wake of this global pandemic. Access here.
Racial Equity Tools: COVID-19 Racial Equity & Social Justice– RESOURCE GUIDE
COVID-19 Racial Equity & Social Justice list includes information that we hope will help communities and activists as they work to understand and respond to the moment and for the long haul. Access here.
Amber Women’s Business Grants – GRANT / ENTERPRENEURIAL
The Amber Grants began in 1998. It was launched by WomensNet to honor the memory of a young woman, Amber Wigdahl, who died at the age of 19 – unable to fulfill her entrepreneurial dreams. $4000 for Women Entrepreneurs. Click here to apply.
Bartender Emergency Assistance Program – GRANT / SERVICE
The USBG Foundation is offering grants of $150 to $500 to bartenders, their spouses, or their children. Click here to learn more.
Polluck-Krasner Foundation – GRANT / ARTS
Pollock-Krasner grants have enabled artists to create new work, purchase needed materials and pay for studio rent, as well as their personal and medical expenses. Click here to learn more.
Format Photographer – GRANT / ARTS
Format created the Photographer Fund, of up to $500, to honour that hustle and help independent photographers who are facing unprecedented financial hardships in the wake of the COVID-19 outbreak stay on their feet. Click here to apply.
Netflix Motion Picture and Television Covid-19 Emergency Funds – GRANT
We provide temporary financial assistance for needs created or complicated by the COVID-19 pandemic. We can help with issues including health insurance, mental health assistance, rent, food, and other essentials. Click here to apply.
SAG-AFTRA Covid-19 Relief Fund – GRANT
SAG-AFTRA is offering funding for people who are unable to pay their basic living expenses (food/housing/health care) over the next two months. Click here to learn more.
CARES Act Guide – RESOURCE GUIDE
The Small Business Owner’s Guide to the CARES Act. Click here to access.
Seasoned's A Seasoned Relief Project – GRANT
Seasoned Relief Project, we created a "Share Your Story " campaign, where industry professionals posted how COVID-19 has impacted their life in our community app—and in return, we sent $100 straight into their account. Click here to learn more.
IFUNDWOMEN – GRANT / ENTERPRENEURIAL
The IFW COVID-19 Relief Fund provides microgrants to women-owned businesses that are being impacted by this crisis. Click here to learn more.
COVID-19 and Your Finances – RESOURCE GUIDE
Annuity’s Guide to on financial literacy about the finances during COVID. Click here to learn more.
Artist Relief — GRANT / ARTS
To support artists during the COVID-19 crisis, a coalition of national arts grantmakers have come together to create an emergency initiative to offer financial and informational resources to artists across the United States. Applications are due April 23. Click here to apply.
The Red Backpack Fund — GRANT
Backed by Sarah Blakely of Spanx, the Red Backpack Fund will give out $5,000 grants to 1,000 small businesses. Applications are closed but may reopen. Sign up here for updates.
MusiCares COVID-19 Relief Fund — GRANT / MUSIC
Application for Music industry professionals for basic living assistance (rent or mortgage). Initial grant requests can be made up to $1000 to compensate for cancelled work that was scheduled and lost. Apply here.
Business For All COVID-19 Grant — GRANT
Apply for a $10,000 emergency COVID-19 Business for All Grants from Hello Alice. This fund is for small businesses in crisis. Click here to apply.
Free Resume Database for Womxn Searching for Employment – RESOURCE GUIDE
Resume database for women. If you are a professionals please add your resume and if you are an employer, please feel free to search our growing database of female talent as a resource for locating your next employee. Click here to access.
Women’s Business Council / Guide for Entrepreneurs and Small Business Owners –RESOURCE GUIDE
WBENC has compiled a list of resources, information, webinars and more to assist women-owned business during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. They will be adding additional resources specific to our region of north and central Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, and New Mexico on this page. This page will get updated often. Click here to access.
Common Field’s Guide to COVID Support — RESOURCE
This is a running list of support for organizations and nonprofits in the arts and creative industry. Click here to access.
BOOOOOOM Covid Support Guide — RESOURCE
This is an international archive of resources, funds and other helpful tools for creatives navigating COVID-19. Click here to access.
CD Baby - DIY Musician’s Guide to COVID — RESOURCE
Helpful tips on how musicians can live stream and some tips for how to make it profitable. Click here to read.
COVID Online Ordering Tips for Small Business Owners — RESOURCE
These tips will help keep you safe when shipping and/or ordering online products that require delivery. Click here to read.
COVID-19 Financial Relief and Loan Information from Eventbrite — RESOURCE
This website provides more information about financial relief available via the CARES Act and outlines other resources with helpful links to apply, FAQs, and timelines. Click here to read.
National Coalition For Arts' Preparedness & Emergency Response Network — RESOURCE
This website provides numerous links to organizations that can assist with reestablishing your art practice and keeping you apprised of funding opportunities. Click here to read.
Artwork Archive’s List of Resources — RESOURCE
This guide provides a national list of emergency grants for artists. Click here to explore.
Virus Anxiety by The Shine App — RESOURCE
This website provides numerous resources for anxiety and mental health in a global climate of uncertainty. Click here to explore.
WAGE’s Guide to Canceling/Canceled Work and Contracts — RESOURCE
This online article details how subcontractors should be treated with postponements, cancellation and industry standards. Click here to read.
Virtual Conference Tech Tools Compared — RESOURCE
This document does side by side comparison of some of the virtual conference platforms so you can easily see what will work best for your needs. Click here to explore.
Mail Chimp Free Domain for 5 years – ONLINE RESOURCE
Take your business online today. Start with a domain and pay nothing for up to 5 years. Learn more here.
Rural Renaissance in Grassroots Organizing – GRANT
The De Colores Rapid Response Fund offers grants of $500 to $1,000 to grassroots organizations working to make positive community interventions through strategic, organizing-focused approaches, especially in marginalized communities of color and working class communities. Apply here.
Shopify COVID-19 Response – RESOURCE GUIDE
Shopify list of resources ranging from case studies to business plans focused around small and medium businesses. Learn more here.
WAYS TO SUPPORT VULNERABLE COMMUNITIES IN AUSTIN, TEXAS
Bomani Barton GoFund Me – Seeking Donations
Bomani Barton, a local musician who was badly hit in the mouth by a law enforcement officer at a protest a couple weeks ago. The GoFundMe is for his legal and medical relief for his reconstructive surgery. Donate here.
Communities of Color Coalition – Support Mutual Aid / Buy Masks
Since COVID-19 hit our community, Communities of Color United has been working on a number of mutual aid projects, including an all women’s sewing collective. Members of our community have lost work and income, are caring for their homes and children, and still need to be able to thrive and provide for their families. With the second wave coming upon us, we must be prepared to protect our loved ones and neighbors while also supporting our local community. We’ve been working by word of mouth initially, but we’re expanding this invitation for everyone to support this mutual aid effort by purchasing hand-sewn masks. Click here to learn more.
City of Austin: How to Help – Seeking Volunteers
The City of Austin’s How to Help campaign launched but we are still looking for more affiliates to add opportunities to the site. Your organization can list needs (whether fundraising, donation drives, or a call for volunteers) to the site and connect to resources from the greater Austin community. As a supplement to this program, we are also investigating a partnership with Get Shift Done to connect furloughed food service workers with paid positions to temporarily serve organizations that are in need of volunteer labor.
Donate to Service Industry GoFundMe
COVID-19 has impacted cities, countries, and more specifically, the service industry. While there's no way to repair all of the damage, we want to do our part in giving back to a community that gives so much to us. As part of the Seasoned Relief Project, we created a "Share Your Story" campaign, where industry professionals posted how COVID-19 has impacted their life in our community app—and in return, we sent $100 straight into their account. Click here to donate.
Donate to ATX Interfaces Donation Page
Interfaces is looking for community support to keep their programming alive. Interfaces is an Austin, Texas based community initiative that works to nurture and amplify marginalized artists through IDEA-conscious arts programming. Click here to donate.
Support Immigrant Detention Center Map
The IDCM is seeking seeking data from detention centers navigating COVID-19. Freedom for Immigrants’ interactive map sheds light on the scope and growth of immigration detention, who has the power to shape it, and what resources are available to help those suffering in this system. Click here to get involved.
Austin Chronicle's Adopt a Local Business
Adopt a small business by helping get the word out with ad space in the Austin Chronicle. Currently, The Chronicle has a surplus of advertising space and wants to fill out next issues with local Austin businesses. Click here to learn more.
HOPE for Health Campaign
Join HOPE for Health Wellness in compiling bags comprised of nutrition & immunity items for our community of artists & creatives that not only need to maintain their health during this quarantine but also their careers & livelihood. Click here to get involved.
Donate to the QUARANTEAM!
A local group of activists in the #BBATX network have been spending their weeks funding and delivering thousands of meals from local restaurants to those in need. Donate here.
Black Women In Business: Addressing Senior Food Insecurity
Local networking group, Black Women In Business, has dedicated their community efforts to showing up for seniors in need, particularly those who need food. Get involved here.
Red River Cultural District: Banding Together ATX
Gofundedme created by The Red River Cultural District (RRCD) is Banding Together with the Austin live music community to support the venue workers, musicians, creatives, service industry and production workers that rely on regular programming and continual income to survive. Donate here.
Austin Community Foundation’s Stand With Austin
The Stand with Austin Fund invites area nonprofits to submit proposals for the work they are doing to provide assistance to individuals and small businesses most negatively impacted by the cancellation of SXSW. Donate here.
Help Austin Now
A virtual, Instagram-based auction, you can bid on donated items from creatives in Austin and your purchase will go directly to nonprofits in need. Learn more here.
Hope For Health
Join the HOPE Campaign to provide financial and wellness support for our creative community and their businesses during the COVID-19 crisis. Contribute to 200 HOPE for Health Wellness bags comprised of nutrition and immunity items for our community of artists and creatives that not only need to maintain their health during this quarantine but also their careers and livelihood. Click here to get involved.
Espacio Handmade Seeks Donations for Medical Face Shields
Owner Katrina Marhefka has spearheaded an effort to manufacture face shields for our medical professionals as a stop-gap measure for PPE. She's collaborating with other local makers with the equipment to make these masks. Learn more here.
The Face Shield Project
Texas is facing a dire shortage of the Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) needed to protect our healthcare workers and first responders on the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic. Join an Austin based volunteer organization that is building improvised face shields by the thousands in partnership with The City of Austin, UT Dell Medical School and local companies. Learn more here.
Order Masks from Multicultural Refugee Coalition
The Open Arms Studio is joining forces with makers across the country to produce one-size-fits-most mask covers in an effort to reserve N95 mask supplies. With two layers of fabric, these non-medical*, fabric masks reduce the amount of particles able to penetrate the face of those that wear it. Color and pattern of fabric will vary. Learn more here.
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