Cultural Preservation:
Preserve & celebrate African American culture and heritage for the Austin metro.

Cultural Events:

• Soul of Austin Culture Fest
• I Heart Black Austin Speaker Series
• Best of Black Austin Awards
• 40 Under 40 Professional Awards

Cultural Resources:

• Links to books, documentaries, and educational resources focusing on Black history and culture.

Storytelling:
Use the power of storytelling to connect communities, preserve history, and share our stories.

• Achievements in Black Austin
• Austin Black Business Journal & Community News Magazine

Economic Empowerment:
Foster economic empowerment through entrepreneurship training and skill development.

• B.O.B. Incubator
• Minority Business Accelerator
• Black Business Fund

Health & Wellness:
Increase healthcare access for underserved populations.

• Mental Health Resources
• Advocate for Women’s Health issues

Decreasing the Digital Divide:
Provide technology resources, access, and education.

• Provide access to the Internet
• Media training camps & programs
• Technology training camps & programs

Education:
Bridge educational gaps through literacy, tutoring, and mentorship.

• Texas Black Literacy Project
• Mentorship

Housing:
Advocate for affordable housing.

• Affordable housing programs
• Housing assistance & resources for underserved Austinites

Empower Black Owned businesses:
Create opportunities for economic empowerment and provide access to resources for Black business owners through courses, webinars, and mentorship programs.

• Black Business Directory
• Black Speaker’s Directory