Housing & Bill Pay

Strengthening housing stability by expanding access to safe, affordable housing and essential bill pay support through strategic partnerships and community collaboration.

Housing & Bill Pay Resources

The Housing & Bill Pay Committee is focused on supporting family stability by connecting families to resources that help cover rent, utilities, and other essential expenses. These programs offer short-term financial assistance during critical periods like pregnancy and postpartum recovery. By addressing immediate housing and utility needs, we help reduce stress and strengthen overall well-being for families across Central Texas.

Mama Sana Vibrant Women

Project connect grant for rental assistance

Offers grants for those seeking rental assistance

Black Mamas ATX

Utility and bill payment support

Offers for financial assistance for distressed clients.

Housing Connector

Increasing access to housing for individuals

Housing Connector works with several properties in Travis county, helping to assist with approval criteria for applications, such as, rental history, credit score, application fees, deposits, and criminal history.

Other Housing & Bill Pay Resources

The Housing & Bill Pay Committee recognizes there are additional housing resources in our region that support long-term stability for families. While we have not yet formally partnered with these organizations, they offer services such as affordable housing access and support for those transitioning out of homelessness. These programs complement our efforts by expanding the range of housing options and support systems available to families across Central Texas.

City of Austin Housing Authority

Offers affordable housing communities and partnerships.

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ECHO - Ending Community Homelessness Coalition

Helps with transitioning out of homelessness services to people in need of a home.

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Foundation Communities

Provides low-income housing and supportive services for working families, individuals, and seniors. As a potential partner, their housing-first approach aligns with our goals of promoting long-term stability for underserved populations.

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Lifeworks

Offers housing and wraparound support for youth experiencing homelessness or housing insecurity. Their expertise in serving young people makes them a key prospect for addressing generational housing challenges within our community.

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Building Promise USA

Supports individuals impacted by incarceration, homelessness, and unemployment through reentry-focused housing and services. Their work represents a crucial opportunity to address the intersections of housing instability and systemic barriers to reintegration.

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Need More Support?

Call 211 or visit Connect ATX for a list of local resources.

Strategic Priorities

As we look ahead, our strategic priorities include expanding connections with organizations that address long-term housing stability and economic mobility. From affordable housing developments to youth-centered support and reentry services, these future partnerships reflect a broader commitment to addressing the root causes of housing insecurity across Central Texas. By aligning with mission-driven groups already doing this work, we aim to strengthen our collective impact and fill critical service gaps for families most at risk.

Priority #1
Expand Access to Housing Resources

Strengthen partnerships with organizations like Housing Connector and local housing programs to connect families to stable housing options and rental assistance opportunities.

Priority #2
Support Immediate Financial Stability

Provide families with bill pay assistance for utilities, rent, and other urgent expenses to prevent housing loss and ease financial strain during critical times.

Priority #3
Advocate for Long-Term Housing Solutions

Collaborate with partners to monitor policy changes, address systemic barriers, and push for sustainable housing programs that meet the needs of Black and Latinx families.

Meet Our Partners

We believe in the power of collaboration. By working together, we create stronger, more sustainable solutions for families in Central Texas. Our partners include:

United Way for Greater Austin
Mama Sana Vibrant Woman
ACC Continuing Education
Black Mamas Villiage
EGBI
Wilco TX
Indeed
211 / ConnectATX
Housing Connector
Dress For Success
Goodwill Central Texas
Help Me Grow
CTX Food Bank
MHEC
GALS
Luz De Atabey
Healing Hands Community Birthing Project
Meshia Greer, Financial Coach

Join Us in Shaping the Future

The CTXPEA collaborative model advances community-rooted care and helps lay a stronger foundation for long-term family stability.