Housing Authority of the City of Austin

HACA is thrilled to announce our big wins at the 2025 Texas NAHRO Conference last week! Our team and resident scholarship recipients were recognized for their commitment to strengthening affordable housing and community resources. These awards include Best Annual Report, Best Newsletter, and individual recognitions for Jerry Sanchez (Maintenance Person of the Year), Angie Towne (Administrative Person of the Year), Barbara Chen (Executive of the Year), and Lupe Garcia (Community Service Award). A huge thank you to everyone who contributes daily to HACA’s mission. We are proud to celebrate the dedication and excellence of our staff—and thrilled to see residents thriving and advancing their goals through these initiatives.

We’re still riding the wave of excitement from Wednesday’s event at Chalmers Courts! We had the privilege of hosting HUD Acting Secretary Adrienne Todman for a tree planting ceremony—“Adrianne’s Tree”—to symbolize her commitment to ensuring safe, affordable housing in Austin. We also shared a bit of Texas spirit by presenting Secretary Todman with some UT gear. We’re grateful for her support and the collaborative momentum driving this work forward. Moments like these remind us why we strive to create welcoming homes for all; because every family deserves stability, opportunity, and a place to thrive. Thank you, Secretary Todman, for joining us and reinforcing the importance of strong partnerships in transforming the housing landscape of our city.

We had an incredible day at Prospect Heights! HUD Acting Secretary?Adrianne Todman, Mayor Kirk Watson, Travis County Judge Andy Brown, Candace Valenzuela, and Council Member Ryan Alter joined us and Austin Habitat for Humanity for a special wall raising and memorial signing honoring President Jimmy Carter’s commitment?to affordable housing. By bringing together city, county, and federal leaders, we’re continuing President Carter’s legacy in East Austin—ensuring more families have access to safe, affordable homes. Thank you to everyone who made this possible!

We’re thrilled to announce that the Housing Authority of the City of Austin (HACA) has secured a $750,000 grant from St. David's Foundation through their Housing + Health Funding Opportunity! This significant investment will support the modernization of Santa Rita Courts—an 84-year-old property in need of updated, energy-efficient housing—and improve access to safe, affordable homes and integrated health services for families in Central Texas. By addressing the social determinants of health through this initiative, we aim to help families thrive in healthier, more supportive communities. We look forward to collaborating with St. David’s Foundation and our partners to enhance quality of life and health equity. Learn more about Santa Rita Courts here: https://lnkd.in/gFgyXDER

It’s Giving Tuesday! At HACA and Austin Pathways, we’re grateful for the incredible support we receive from our business partners and community throughout the year. Your generosity helps us create opportunities for families, including scholarships, job training, and access to essential resources. Join the movement this Giving Tuesday! Donate here: https://lnkd.in/gHhMhFjv Your support transforms lives, strengthens communities, and inspires hope

Many thanks to Austin Christian Fellowship for serving up a tasty Thanksgiving meal to our residents at the Lakeside Apartments. Through our partnership, they host a number of activities for our Lakeside residents throughout the year.

Last Friday, our dedicated staff teamed up with our wonderful partners at the Austin Apartment Association and Move For Hunger to stuff and sort 850 Thanksgiving bags for HACA residents. They're being distributed this week. Many thanks to everyone involved for helping to make a difference in our residents' lives. The HACA team wishes everyone a happy and safe Thanksgiving.

HACA was proud today to show off our newest affordable housing community: Bridge at Estancia in South Austin. We were joined by our partner in the project, The NRP Group LLC. Together, HACA and The NRP Group have worked on several communities across the city.

Yesterday, our HACA team came together for a fantastic fall party at Bouldin Acres! It was a wonderful opportunity to relax, enjoy the beautiful weather, and strengthen our connections outside of the office. We shared laughter, great food, and engaging conversations. Events like these remind us of the incredible team we have and the important work we do together for our community. A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make the evening so memorable. Here's to more moments of camaraderie and celebration!

Saatva Mattress has been a strong HACA partner over the years. Most recently, through TZP Cares, Saatva contributed $2,500 for community initiatives, such as Mayfest. They’ve also donated more than 150 beds since 2020, and sponsor our summertime youth internship program.