Social Services

The Octopus Club is a grassroots, volunteer fundraising arm of AIDS Services of Austin dedicated to raising awareness and funds for the Paul Kirby Emergency Fund through annual events and parties. The Paul Kirby Emergency Fund provides emergency financial assistance to those living with HIV and AIDS in Central Texas. These funds are distributed to individuals for basic living needs through AIDS Services of Austin on a case-by-case basis.

The mission of AIDS Services of Austin (ASA) is to respond to the HIV needs of the Austin area by providing services that enhance the health and well-being of individuals and the community in the face of an evolving epidemic.

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The Heart of Texas Bears (HOT Bears, HOTB) is a 501(c)(7) social and community service group of “Bear” men and their admirers, located in Austin, Texas.

The current Heart of Texas Bears, Incorporated, was chartered by the State of Texas in 1998. Our main purpose is to have fun and enjoy the brotherhood of Bears and Bear-admirers while we support other local service organizations.

This organization is a social organization, whose objectives are to promote friendships, social interaction, participation in both cultural and educational activities, and especially to create a supportive atmosphere for mature gay and bisexual men.

A statewide queer people of color organization.

Out Youth is a non-profit organization whose mission is to support and provide services to gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, and questioning youth ages 12 to 19 in Austin and Central Texas. We offer peer support groups, counseling, educational programs, social activities and community outreach.

The Bisexual Network of Austin is a volunteer-run organization whose purpose is to promote the understanding and acceptance of bisexuality as a sexual orientation and identity. We seek to provide a safe and confidential place for all people of any age, class, race, religion, culture or gender identity to explore bisexuality through our social events, educational programs and publications.

We're a social/support group for Lesbian and Bisexual families. We meet at least once a month, the 4th Sunday of each month, to get together, socialize, and let the kids have a good time, too. Our kids really benefit from knowing other families like theirs.

Austin Gay Nudists (AGN) was started in 1985 and is a non-profit, all-volunteer, social club for gay/bisexual men age 21 and older. AGN offers the gay/bisexual male nudist the opportunity to meet and make friends with others who share an interest in social nudity. Our membership ranges from age 21 to the 80s, both singles and couples, and our members live in all parts of Central Texas.