Liveable City, For All of Austin 5th Annual Liveable Vision Awards

Awardees

Economy: Foundation Communities’ Community Tax Centers. Last year, these free tax preparation centers helped over 17,000 low-income taxpayers get back more than $20 million in rightfully-earned refunds, providing a vital boost for Austin’s working families, as well as our local economy.

Engagement: Red Salmon Arts/Resistencia Bookstore. In the spirit of late founder Raul Salinas, this Austin treasure continues to draw diverse crowds for political forums and activities featuring progressive writers, human rights activists, indigenous artists and other important voices.

Environment: Shudde Fath with the Save Barton Creek Association. In tireless efforts spanning 27 years, these environmental champions have worked to protect that which sustains us all - the six watersheds of the Barton Springs and the Edwards Aquifer.

Equity: PeopleTrust. An offspring of PeopleFund, PeopleTrust has pioneered a shared equity program that helps working families secure affordable homes and build wealth, while ensuring a continued stock of affordable housing in Austin.

Esthetics: Theatre Action Project (TAP). Using theater and visual arts, TAP works in Austin’s public schools to spark kids’ creativity while helping them develop tools to address real-life problems like bullying, discrimination and illiteracy.