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About Rally

Rally Austin is a real estate nonprofit formed to facilitate development projects that foster equitable and inclusive economic growth. Our team is united under our values of strategic collaboration, empowerment through professional support, responsiveness and flexibility, and trust and integrity.

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Our Mission

Rally Austin drives inclusive growth by stewarding public and private real estate assets to deliver meaningful community benefits and create equitable economic opportunities across Austin. We connect vision with action to build a stronger, more resilient, and more inclusive city for all.

Our Vision

To create a culturally resilient and economically integrated Austin where diverse communities can thrive and prosper without risk of displacement.

Commitment to Equity

Rally Austin is committed to closing the racial wealth gap by centering historically marginalized communities in our work, holding our collaborators and ourselves accountable to build an equitable and inclusive Austin.

Our Partners

Meet Our Team

We’re proud to work alongside local leaders, residents, and partners to build an Austin where everyone has a place. Meet the people helping make it happen.

Theresa Alvarez

President & CEO

Fred Evins

Title

Anny Haynes

Chief Transactions Officer

Mitchell O’Boyle

Accountant & Finance Manager

Lex Miller

Equitable Development Program Manager

David Colligan

Chief Operations Officer

Our History

Rally challenges traditional growth and development by championing and centering local communities in our pursuit of a culturally resilient and economically integrated Austin. Through Resolution No. 20201001-055, Austin City Council approved the legal documents needed for the creation of the Austin Economic Development Corporation (now Rally Austin). Statutorily established under Chapter 431 Texas Transportation Code, Chapter 394 Texas Local Government Code and the Texas Nonprofit Corporation Law, the corporation is organized for the purpose of aiding and acting on behalf of the City in the performance of the City’s governmental functions to accomplish any governmental purpose of the City.

Formative Documents & Reports

Formative Documents

Annual Reports

Meet our Board

Rally Austin’s board brings together leaders from across Austin’s public, private, and nonprofit sectors who share a deep commitment to equitable growth and community-driven development. With a wide range of expertise, they guide our mission, ensure accountability, and help us shape strategies that deliver lasting value for all Austinites.