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Small Business Resource Directory

Small Business Resources

The City of Austin Small Business Division offers a comprehensive directory of small business resources offered by local, state, and federal governments and non-profit agencies. Our goal for the City of Austin Small Business Resources Directory is to increase awareness and use of the programs that provide aid in the development of your business.

Organization Phone Number Description
212.221.2455

The American Guild of Musical Artists (AGMA) Relief Fund provides support and temporary financial assistance to members who are in need.

The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act 2009 allows taxpayers eligible for the federal renewable electricity production tax credit (PTC) to take the federal business energy investment tax credit (ITC) instead of taking the PTC for new installations. 

The annual Dream Big Awards recognizes a small business for its contributions to the U.S. economy and offers a grant to $25,000.

The ARR master plan outlines how the City will reach its goal of Zero Waste of 90% diversion from landfill or Incineration by 2040, including economic development strategies. 

The art gallery is located on the third floor of the Old Bakery and Emporium and features a rotating schedule of exhibitions including artworks of all media and subject matter. 

The Asian American Resource Center Community Art Exhibit Program displays artworks that celebrate the diverse and dynamic cultural heritage, history, identity and creativity of Asians and Asian Americans. 

512.551.2215

The Association of Women and Minority Contractors of Texas (AWMCTX) is dedicated to educating, promoting, and supplying business development services to women and minority-owned businesses in the construction industry. 

The Association of Women's Business Centers supports women entrepreneurs through a sustainable national network of over 100 Women's Business Centers; they provide mentoring, business development and financing opportunities to see many women through success in business every year. 

The Austin Studio Tour introduces the public to new ways of experiencing art and the creative practices of artists around our city.

The Austin Cooperative Business Association works to build and expand the cooperative economy in Texas.