Small Business Resource Directory

I Respect Music supports a musician's right to receive pay for radio airplay. 

ICA seeks to change the nature of work by advancing businesses and institutions that center worker voice, grow worker voice, and build worker power. 

If you are or have been a professional in the business of bluegrass and are in a time of emergency need, apply to the Bluegrass Trust Fund.

In partnership with Live Nation, Music Forward Foundation, a charitable 501c3 organization, has established Crew Nation— a global relief fund for live music crews. Live Nation has committed $10 million to Crew Nation – contributing an initial $5 million to the fund, then matching the next $5 million given by artists, fans, and employees dollar for dollar. Music Forward Foundation will be administering the fund, and managing the application, review, and award process.
 

In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, we are moving AMF programs online for the time being and will continue providing services at no cost to the Austin music community. 

In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, LiftFund has a disaster relief loan for small businesses up to $50,000 with up to 120-day payment deferment. We have a product for new clients and for current clients. 

In this program, companies work together to turn one company's waste into another company's resource.  

Individuals and business owners who sustained losses in the designated area can begin applying for assistance by registering online at www.DisasterAssistance.gov or by calling 1-800-621-FEMA (3362).  

Industry specific small business pitch competitions.  

Information for small business owners on starting a DBA (Assumed Name), Historically Underutilized Businesses(HUB), and doing business with the county.