Austin Economic Development Programs

AmeriCorps VISTA (Volunteers in Service to America) is a national service program that focuses on projects aiming to alleviate poverty in communities across the country. The City of Austin currently has 22 AmeriCorps VISTA Members serving in departme

The City of Austin’s ArtConnect program is an art competition for students aged 10-18, meant to bridge connections between hands-on creativity and digital technology skills.

Artist Career Training is a six-week program to advance your creative business and expand your professional network.

About ACCCAustin Civilian Conservation Corps (ACCC) is a workforce development program that prepares young adults for careers in the environmental sector. Created in 2020, the program is inspired by the 1930s Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) initiat…

In partnership with Kiva, Austin Economic Development's Small Business Division facilitates crowdfunded microloans to local entrepreneurs looking to launch or expand their businesses.

The Austin Youth Council’s mission is to provide Austin-area youth with a platform to amplify their voices and drive meaningful changes within their communities and local organizations.

The Business Expansion Program is an employment growth program aimed at identifying and qualifying high-impact projects for local, domestic or international businesses seeking to grow or relocate to Austin and bolster their workforce.

Austin Economic Development's business incentives are designed to attract, retain, and support businesses that contribute to the city's economic growth and community well-being.

Austin’s Business Retention and Expansion program promotes business growth, capital investment, and job creation by connecting local business owners with the resources they need to succeed.