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Established in 1997, we are Central Texas’ home for LGBTQ+ and allied businesses and organizations. We work to create and support a vibrant and prosperous regional economy strengthened through the full participation of diverse local communities. We represent hundreds of small business, corporate, and nonprofit members who share the values of promoting equality and diversity in the workplace. CONNECT | ADVOCATE | EDUCATE Subscribe to our Newsletter Hear what our members have to say Chamber member Austin Rise FC and Pride in Local Music performer promqueen talk about what engaging with the Chamber means to them! We invite you to tap into the buying power of this desirable market by becoming a member of the Commerce. Find Businesses WHAT OUR MEMBERS HAVE TO SAY… "We’ve gotten tremendous value from our Austin LGBT Chamber membership. They have frequent events that are good fun and well-attended by small business leaders and large company representatives alike. They’re a terrific community, an influential voice, and tremendously supportive of their members. So glad we’re members!" Laura Freedman - El Raval Restaurant and Tapas Bar "It’s been really awesome to partner with other medical professionals within the Chamber to really see what’s out there and what’s needed... It is such a welcoming crowd. They have truly impacted our business. I would encourage you, even if you’re a little interested in making a change in LGBT+ Austin, come to a luncheon, come to a happy hour." Katy Rankin - Ally Medical Emergency Room "The first Chamber event I ever went to focused on getting LGBTBE (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender Business Enterprise) certified. It made a huge difference in our business and when you’re talking to supplier diversity professionals, that’s the space they’re in. It’s our chamber, it’s your chamber, it’s EVERYONE’s chamber to participate in." Logan Wick - Outbranding Promos "At a time when our community is more divided than ever, it’s more important than ever to stand together. Our firm is for everyone." Kristin Marcum - President Elisabeth Christian PR. "It [Austin LGBT Chamber} has definitely increased the number of patients walking through my front door. We love when they say they found us on the Austin LGBT website!" Balcones Dental -Luke Johnson D.D.S - JOIN TODAY! We offer different membership options for local LGBT+ Owned businesses and allies. Choose the membership that meets your goals/budget, and you canSee all sponsors & learn more! Latest Blogs! Over $1Million in New Grants Will Support LGBTQ+-Owned and Allied Businesses Austin LGBT Chamber & National LGBT Chamber of Commerce Team Up with Grubhub Community Fund for Another Year of Grants to Aid in Growth and Development Washington, DC — America’s LGBTQ+-owned restaurants and bars serving food will once again find a vital lifeline this year... May 14, 2024 Getting to know your Member Info Hub Austin LGBT Chamber Member Info Hub We are thrilled to share with you how you can use your new membership portal with the Austin LGBT Chamber! Through your new member info hub, you will be able to network, view Chamber events, share your contact information... May 10, 2024 LGBTQ+ SXSW 2024 Events SXSW 2024 is right around the corner! You don’t want to miss all of the Official SXSW LGBTQ+ Programming. The Commerce is excited to host two official SXSW events in 2024. On February 20, SXSW and the ... February 23, 2024 AUSTIN LGBT CHAMBER ANNOUNCES SMALL TOWN BIG PRIDE LOVE ON LOCKHART FIELD TRIP [AUSTIN, TX] – The Commerce will be taking a bus full of members to show their support for the LGBTQ+ owned and allied businesses of Lockhart, Texas. Attendees will be driven to Lockhart on February 10, 2024 for a celebration of... January 29, 2024 Austin LGBT Chamber welcomes 2024 Board Members The Commerce, Austin’s leading resource for the LGBTQ+ and allied business community, is pleased to announce the appointment of a new board chair, new members of the board, and extend heartfelt thanks to the outgoing board members for their dedicated service. January 23, 2024 Award Winners – 2023 Business of Pride 2023 Business of Pride Award Winners The Commerce is proud to announce the award winners for the Business of Pride Gala held on December 2, 2023. Award categories include the Ceci Gratias Best Non-profit, LGBT-owned Business of the Year, Allied Business... December 12, 2023 DECA Travis County Bond Endorsement AUSTIN, TEXAS – Oct. 18, 2023 –The Diversity Ethnic Chamber Alliance (DECA) today announced endorsement for Proposition A and Proposition B in advance for the 2023 Travis County Joint General and Special Elections. We, the DECA Chambers, believe these proposed projects are vital for a... October 19, 2023 Austin LGBT Chamber celebrates National Coming Out Day Celebrate National Coming Out Day with the Commerce. National Coming Out Day is an annual celebration that takes place on October 11th. The Austin LGBT Chamber has proudly been supporting out & allied entrepreneurs since 1997! Your identity is valid, and your... October 11, 2023 Commerce, NGLCC, and Grubhub Community Fund to award substantial grants supporting local LGBTQ+ & Allied Businesses September 25, 2023 | For Immediate Release AUSTIN — Austin’s Community Impact Grant Program recipients are Sunday Lunchbox and Dorothy’s Cafe! Grubhub, a leading online and mobile food-ordering and delivery marketplace with the largest and most comprehensive network of restaurant partners, and the National LGBT... October 2, 2023 DECA supports proposed NXP incentive Diversity Ethnic Chamber Alliance Austin, TX decacentx.com Members of the Austin City Council 301 W. 2nd St. Austin, TX, 78701 Dear Esteemed Members of the Austin City Council, We are writing to express the wholehearted support of the Diversity Ethnic Chamber Alliance (DECA) for the... September 18, 2023 2023 Business of Pride Nominees Announced The Austin LGBT Chamber has released the awards nominees for the 2023 Business of Pride Gala. Each year, the Chamber gives awards in 10 categories. Award categories include Ceci Gratias Best Nonprofit, Health and Wellness, Community Leader, Pride in Government, LGBT+ owned Business of the Year, Allied Member of the Year, Corporate Partner of the Year, Creative Arts, Pride in Leadership, and Rising Star. September 5, 2023 CEO Tina...