Our Mission
HOME’s mission is to create housing security for aging Austin area musicians. We work to channel the generous donations of those who love Austin music toward easing the challenges these legends face.
OUR TEAM
HOME was formed by a group of concerned women in Austin, Texas, for the purpose of providing housing aid and assistance for musicians in need.
Hanna Cofer - Executive Director (hanna@homeaustin.org)
Ames Tedford - Client Services Coordinator (ames@homeaustin.org)
Margie Pousson - Administrative Assistant
Board of Directors
Nancy Coplin (President)
Eve Monsees (Vice-President)
Jaye Stepp (Treasurer)
Denise Boudreaux (Secretary)
Marcia Ball
Deb Fleming
Marsha Milam
Shelley King
Carolyn Wonderland
Judy Cantilo
Kimmie Rhodes
Lindsay Bailey
Advisory Board: Sarah Brown, Ruthie Foster, Susan Antone, Becky Tomblin, Darcie Fromholtz, Reenie Collins, Leah Davies, Catarina Mazuca, Akina Adderly
Get Involved
HOME hosts multiple annual benefit concerts each year - of course, we want you to attend these events, so you can become involved with HOME on multiple levels. Donations are always needed, but your time and talent are also important.
MAKE A donaTION
HOME is a 501(c)(3) tax exempt, non-profit organization. Donations at any level help us create more security for aging musicians of the Austin, Texas, music scene, by pursuing low cost housing for them and providing emergency grants in their time of need.
EVENTS ARE FULL SWING!
From intimate concerts to grocery store popups to an annual cookin’ and music show, check out all of our upcoming events benefiting HOME.
HELP US GET THE WORD OUT
Like our social media pages and let your friends know! This is a great way to stay plugged into the events that HOME hosts all year round.
Sustaining Austin’s music legacy, one musician at a time.
HOME exists because of people like you - people who believe that the music, stories, and lives of Austin’s musicians deserve a home. Our Backline Sustaining Donors are the essential, unseen support behind every note, every show, and every life we touch.
When you join the Backline, your gift ensures that aging musicians can stay in their homes, access critical resources, and continue sharing their music with our city. It also helps us create a vibrant new HOME office - a place to meet, collaborate, and celebrate our community.
Every dollar counts. From funding vital programs and services, to covering utilities, supporting our social work team, and keeping our outreach efforts running, your ongoing support keeps Austin’s music alive. Become part of the Backline today and be the foundation that allows our musicians and programs to thrive.