COMMUNITY RESOURCES
At Folk Media Perú, we believe strong communities are built through access to information, support, and shared knowledge. Our Community Resources page connects individuals, families, artists, and small business owners with tools and organizations that support cultural, economic, and personal well-being in Austin and Central Texas.
We invite community members to explore, share, and engage with these resources as part of our collective effort to strengthen cultural identity, economic empowerment, and community well-being.
Food & Basic Needs
Central Texas Food Bank – Food assistance, distribution sites, and nutrition support.
📍 https://www.centraltexasfoodbank.org/ Hispano San Antonio
Austin Public Health – Neighborhood Centers & Food Programs – Food distribution, health screenings, bus passes, referrals, and more.
📍 https://www.austintexas.gov/services/get-help-neighborhood-centers Austin Texas
211 Texas – Searchable statewide resource database for food, housing, health, and social services.
📍 https://www.211texas.org/
Housing & Homeless Support
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ECHO (Ending Community Homelessness Coalition) – Coordinated housing referrals and community resource connection.
📍 https://www.austinecho.org/consigueayuda/ austinecho.org -
Texas Housing Assistance (State Resources) – Help with affordable housing options, Section 8, and fair housing information.
📍 https://www.texas.gov/es/asistencia-para-vivienda-en-texas/
Health & Wellness
Texas DSHS Public Health Services Region 6/5 South – Access to public health programs including maternal health, vaccinations, tobacco cessation, and more.
📍 https://www.dshs.texas.gov/es/regional-local-health-operations/texas-public-health-region-6-5-south/public-health-region-6/public-health-region-6 Texas Health Services
Austin HIV Outreach / Public Health Services – HIV/STD prevention and testing resources.
📍 https://www.austintexas.gov/HIV
Women & Family Support
Aldea – Mujeres Unidas – Culturally relevant support and empowerment services for Spanish‑speaking women.
📍 https://aldeaaustin.org/ Aldea
Small Business & Economic Support
Small Business Resource Fairs & City Support – Events connecting entrepreneurs to business resources and city departments.
📍 https://www.dressforsuccessaustin.org/communityevents Dress for Success Austin
Texas 2‑1‑1 / ConnectATX Business Referrals – Though focused broadly on community support, dialing 2‑1‑1 can also connect callers with workforce and business assistance programs.
📍 https://www.211texas.org/ Austin Texas
Additional Local Support
Neighborhood Centers & City Services – Free help including health services, food pantries, social services, and assistance applications.
📍 https://www.austintexas.gov/services/get-help-neighborhood-centers