This list of publicly available resources is provided for informational purposes only, with a focus on Austin, Texas. AAR, LLC is not affiliated with any of these entities and programs. Click on the links for additional information and eligibility requirements. This list will be updated periodically. Check back for updates.
ATX ARTIST SPECIFIC
HAAM Covid-19 Resources
From: HAAM
https://www.myhaam.org/covid19
Health Alliance for Austin Musicians (HAAM) has collected a list of resources for local musicians and is requesting feedback from the community to identify additional needs.
Deadline: NA
MENTAL HEALTH
Integral Care
From: Integral Care Foundation
https://integralcare.org/en/home/
Description: Supporting Travis County. Mental health resources; 24 hr help line 512-472-HELP, ongoing counseling available, drug and alcohol treatment assistance, and some housing support.
Deadline: NA
NAMI
From: National Alliance on Mental Illness
Description: Stated mission: NAMI provides advocacy, education, support and public awareness so that all individuals and families affected by mental illness can build better lives.
Deadline: NA
HOUSING
HUD: Avoiding Foreclosure
From: HUD
https://www.hud.gov/topics/avoiding_foreclosure/fctimeline
Description: HUD.GOV helps people find strategies and resources to avoid foreclosure.
Deadline: NA
Relief of Emergency Needs for Tenants (RENT) Assistance Program
From: City of Austin
http://www.austintexas.gov/rent
Description from the site: “The Relief of Emergency Needs for Tenants (RENT) Assistance Program provides full rent payment for income-eligible Austin renters financially impacted by COVID-19.” Open until funds are exhausted.
Deadline: This program will accept new applicants until funds are depleted. *Update* program has additional funding for now, please apply sooner rather than later.
Stop Tx Eviction
From: Texas Supreme Court collaborating with local legal entities
Description: Apply for legal assistance, obtain information about your rights as a renter, find out about rental assistance in your area. This service was created to help direct people (renters) who need help with evictions.
Deadline: NA Pilot program serving 19 counties in Texas will move to serve the entire state by the end of January. Ongoing program.
UTILITIES
Austin Energy Customer Assistance Programs
From: Austin Energy
https://austinenergy.com/ae/residential/your-bill/customer-assistance-programs
Description: A list of programs offered by Austin Energy to support customers during the pandemic.
Deadline: Many programs only available until 9.30.2020
FOOD
Food Banks/Pantries
From: Capital Texas Food Bank
https://www.centraltexasfoodbank.org/
Description: Feeding families in need.
Deadline: NA
Austin Independent School District Meals and Produce Boxes
From: AISD
https://www.austinisd.org/openforlearning/meals
Description: Meals are produce boxes are available for children under 19 and sometimes parents/caregivers, for those that qualify. Dependent upon funding- the program was originally designed to terminate in December but will continue in varying ways throughout the school year (2020-2021). Please click on link for details.
Deadline: Update- free meals will be provided to anyone under 19 “as long as there is a need” for remote students. Please see site as it is updated very often as funding and resources change.
CHILD CARE
TWC Child care Resources Page
From: Texas Workforce Commission
https://www.twc.texas.gov/news/covid-19-resources-child-care
Description: Information and resources for child care and early learning through the TWC.
Deadline: Dependant on funding and per program, check their website for more information.
COVID-19 TESTING
Austin Public Health Testing Sites
From: City of Austin
https://austintexas.gov/covid-testinfo
Description: Free Covid testing is available in the City of Austin. If you have insurance, it is recommended you speak with your primary care doctor. Otherwise, take the self assessment on the website to determine if you need to receive a test.
Deadline: NA
GENERAL CITY RESOURCE LIST
COA Covid-19 Economic Recovery
From: City of Austin
https://www.austintexas.gov/economicrecovery
Description: This City of Austin page is designed to help Austinites locate and identify resources in the area.
Deadline: NA