ABOUT US
DAWA is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that honors, celebrates, and empowers the essential work of BIPOC community frontliners through direct financial support and culturally relevant health-centered programming.
We are dedicated to embodying a culturally and socially transformative energy that transcends boundaries and empowers individuals and communities to find unique solutions to the complex challenges of a rapidly growing city like Austin.
Since 2019, DAWA’s innovative mission of giving to the givers has delivered catalytic social and economic impact in the Live Music Capital. Centering community and culture as conductors creates greater sustainability and resilience for those we choose to honor and serve daily.
OUR THEORY OF CHANGE
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Beyond the immediate financial impact, providing human-centered, low-barrier cash assistance allows people to be seen and feel supported, creating a lasting impact on their mental and emotional health/well-being.
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Prioritizing Community Frontliners has an amplifying effect on the entire community. Nourishing them, nourishes the whole community.
$288k+
distributed to Community Frontliners
$20k
distributed to 6 BIPOC-led organizations
$40k+
performance fees for Black musicians
