Rally Austin

12/29/2025

2025 has been a year of real progress for Rally Austin.🌟

In her year-end reflection, our CEO Theresa Alvarez shares how the organization has grown, demonstrated impact through our projects, and reached key milestones that set a new tone for partnership with the community and the City of Austin.

”As we look ahead to 2026, we do so with gratitude, confidence, and a renewed sense of purpose to protect Austin’s authenticity, support long-term affordability, and continue building a development model rooted in shared values...”

Read Theresa’s full message in our LINK IN BIO!

12/26/2025

Our team was onsite at Antone's this month planning exciting activities for the year ahead. Through our Arts, Music, and Culture initiatives we protect the venues, studios, and creative spaces that form the backbone of Austin’s cultural identity. We helped secure Antone’s home on East 5th Street for decades to come and ensures the blues remain a living part of the city’s music story.

🎶Learn more: https://www.rallyforaustin.com/arts-music-and-culture/

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12/16/2025

📣 A pivotal moment for East Austin.

Austin City Council has approved the Place Based Enhancement Agreement for Blocks 16 and 18 on East 11th Street, marking a long-awaited step forward for the African American Cultural Heritage District after decades of community advocacy. We are deeply grateful to Austin City Council and City of Austin staff, along with community leaders and partners, for their leadership and collaboration in helping move this project forward.

This approval allows the project to access lower-cost bond financing, helping advance a development rooted in affordability, local business opportunity, and cultural preservation. The East 11th redevelopment will deliver cultural arts space, affordable condominiums, live/work townhomes, culturally focused public art, and neighborhood-serving commercial space, all while honoring the legacy of this historic corridor. 🌇

Learn more about the project here: https://www.rallyforaustin.com/project/blocks-16-18/

12/09/2025

How do we keep Austin creative, affordable, and community centered as our city grows? In a new Q&A, our CEO Theresa Alvarez shares why local contributions matter, how early successes create long term impact, and what it means to invest in Austin’s culture and communities.

Read the full conversation with Theresa here: https://www.rallyforaustin.com/2025/07/29/collectively-investing-in-austins-future-a-conversation-with-rallys-ceo-theresa-alvarez/

Austin is growing fast—and with it comes the challenge of keeping our culture, creativity, and communities intact. Rally Austin, a nonprofit local government corporation, was created to take on those challenges head-on. At the center of this work is Theresa Alvarez, a seasoned leader in philanthro...

12/05/2025

Austin deserves growth that reflects its people, culture, and creativity. Rally Austin is helping make that possible as an Economic Development Corporation focused on community benefit over profit. 🌟

Through our three core areas of Arts, Music and Culture, Complete Communities, and Catalytic Development, we support projects that strengthen affordability, cultural vitality, and opportunity across our city. By supporting job creation, cultural preservation, and neighborhood vitality, our work is projected to generate between 320 million and 400 million dollars in collective economic impact for Austin!

In this video, Austin leaders share how this approach comes to life across projects and partnerships throughout the city. Learn more about our work and approach here: https://www.rallyforaustin.com/2025/05/28/our-approach-what-is-an-economic-development-corporation/

12/03/2025

Rally Austin is searching for a Procurement Intern to join our team and support work that strengthens community partnerships, expands opportunity, and advances inclusive development across the city!

This role offers hands-on experience in procurement research, vendor engagement, and systems that help local businesses connect with community focused projects. If you are curious, collaborative, and passionate about Austin’s future, we encourage you to apply!

⭐ See the full internship description here: https://www.rallyforaustin.com/careers/

10/29/2025

We’re proud to announce Emmett Beliveau as the new Board Chair for Rally Austin! ⭐
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Emmett is the Chief Operating Officer at C3 the force behind Austin City Limits Music Festival (ACL) and other world-renowned festivals that bring together millions of music lovers each year.

He currently lives in Austin with his wife and two daughters and serves as a volunteer Child Advocate with CASA of Travis County , Board Member of Music Moves Austin, and on the Executive Committee of the HAAM - Health Alliance for Austin Musicians. Emmett’s deep roots in Austin’s creative and nonprofit communities guide his vision for an inclusive, connected city.

With years of service as Board Vice Chair and Governance Chair, Emmett’s thoughtful leadership and deep commitment to Austin’s future continue to inspire our work. We’re grateful for his dedication and excited for what’s ahead under his leadership!

10/23/2025

Today we celebrate Tina Cannon for her exceptional leadership as Rally Austin’s Board Chair! She guided us through rebranding, advanced investments, and built bridges across our community.

As she begins her new role as VP of Strategic Alliances and Executive Director of the Visit Austin, Texas Foundation we celebrate all she’s accomplished and look forward to carrying her legacy forward. 🌟

Rally Austin is stronger because of you, Tina. We thank you!