Culture Brazil Austin
Brazilian-American community in Austin
Non-profit
Cultura Brasil Austin is a non-profit educational and cultural organization dedicated to preserving and promoting Brazilian culture and pride, based on our folklore, history, language and living traditions - dance, music, theater and all variety of artistic expressions
Services and programs
Offering a wide range of programs and events, such as language classes, workshops, cultural festivals and art exhibitions, the CBA serves as a vital center for cultural enrichment and education in the Austin community.
Brazilian-American reference
We also want to be a reference in providing services to the Brazilian-American community, contributing to its development and integration into local life.
Rich cultural heritage
Brazil has a rich heritage based on the original indigenous tribes, West Africa and Portuguese ancestry. We strive to serve as a focal point to facilitate the sharing of culture between the Brazilian-American community and the Austin community at large, especially through the Brazilian-American Cultural Center.
Building bridges
Non-profit
Keeping Brazilian culture alive
Building a community
Our history
1999
Projeto Brasil is born with a focus on educational activities
2018
The CBA is born to expand and strengthen Brazilian culture
2019
Creation of a calendar of Brazilian cultural events
2020
CBA officially becomes a 501(c)3 non-profit
2021
Brazil Project partners with UT’s Portuguese Flagship program
2022
Brazil Project elected Community Organization 2021-2022 by AOTP – receiving award at Harvard
2023
CBA creates Fundraising Committee and consolidates/expands partnership with Haute Spot
2024
Bilingual Minds, Austin’s first Portuguese-English preschool, is born
Cultura Brasil Austin initiatives
Learn about some of the CBA's various initiatives
Culture Brazil Austin
Cultural center responsible for all initiatives
Featured projects
Learn more about CBA's projects
1999
Award-winning educational initiative
Projeto Brasil
We emphasize the importance of the Portuguese language through Projeto Brasil, our community school that offers classes in Portuguese as a heritage language and as a second language, as well as English classes (ESL) for those who are adapting to the United States and American culture.
Community Organization Award
First English-Portuguese bilingual preschool
Bilingual Minds
Bilingual Minds offers several programs for your loved one, including: Toddler, Preschool, and Afterschool. Registration is now open, click on the button below for more information.
Where curiosity is cultivated, learning is fun and bilingualism is a lifelong benefit
Other projects
The CBA is the creator of several initiatives in the Austin area. We offer support to the Brazilian community and promote culture through our projects.
Village
It offers support, community and inclusion. It is also a CBA initiative for families with children with diagnoses.
Brazilian women and mothers in Austin (MBA)
Brazilian Women of Austin, Austin Classifieds and Brazilian Mothers of Austin are also CBA initiatives.
Company directory
We are reforming our directory. Register your company for free here.
Investing in the future
How can you contribute?
The CBA is a non-profit that depends on donations to continue working with our community. Your contribution in money or time can help:
Children and adults
Cultural events
Operational structure
Support for those in need
Many thanks to all our supporters!
Institutional supporters
Embrace this cause
How can you help?
We need your help
We are a non-profit organization that promotes and supports Brazilian culture in Austin and the surrounding area. Without financial support we can’t maintain ourselves. Your help is very welcome!
Donate your time and skills
Become a volunteer and help us with various activities, from administrative support to more specific tasks. Check out the volunteer wall and donate your time and precious skills!
Get to know our projects and spread the word
You can also be a spokesperson for our projects. We will offer various social and cultural activities in the community and the more people who hear about the values transmitted, the more people can be positively impacted.
Chegou o momento de pensarmos juntos sobre a infância! Hoje, Roberta e Taís Bento nos conduzem em uma conversa essencial: como proteger o desenvolvimento emocional e fortalecer os vínculos familiares em um mundo cada vez mais digital? No CBA, entendemos a infância como uma etapa única, rica em potencialidades e descobertas reais.
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The time has come to think about childhood together! Today, Roberta and Taís will lead us in an essential conversation: how can we protect emotional development and strengthen family bonds in an increasingly digital world? At CBA, we see childhood as a unique stage, rich in potential and real-life discoveries.
🇧🇷Como proteger o desenvolvimento emocional e fortalecer os vínculos familiares na era digital? Convidamos você para uma palestra especial com Roberta e Taís Bento sobre os desafios de criar filhos entre telas e descobertas.
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🇺🇸How can we protect emotional development and strengthen family bonds in the digital age? We invite you to a special talk with Roberta and Taís Bento about the challenges of raising children between screens and discoveries.
🇧🇷 Um encontro para pensar a infância e fortalecer nossa comunidade. Nossas palestrantes já estão prontas para compartilhar insights valiosos! Embora o evento principal comece às 7pm, nossos portões abrem às 6:30pm. Chegue cedo para um momento de acolhimento e conexão antes de começarmos.
📌 Tema: Os desafios familiares na era digital
📅 Data: Quarta-feira, 11/03 às 6:30 PM
📍 Local: Prédio do CBA
Garanta seu lugar! Mais informações no link da bio.
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🇺🇸 A gathering to reflect on childhood and strengthen our community.
Our speakers are ready to share valuable insights! Although the main event starts at 7pm, our doors open at 6:30pm. Arrive early for a time of connection and welcoming before we begin.
Save your spot! More info in the bio link.
📌 Topic: Family challenges in the digital age
📅 Date: Wednesday, 03/11 at 6:30 PM
📍 Location: CBA Building
⚠️ Please note: This is a free event, but an RSVP is required.
👇 Link in bio / Register in the comments
O SXSW está chegando — e com ele, a inovação mundial desembarca em Austin! 🌎
O CBA tem o orgulho de anunciar que, após o sucesso em 2024, as educadoras Roberta e Taís Bento estão de volta! Elas trazem uma palestra imperdível sobre um tema que toca o dia a dia de todas as famílias: Os desafios familiares na era digital.
No CBA, nosso compromisso é oferecer programas que contribuam para o crescimento da nossa comunidade. Venha aprender estratégias para equilibrar tecnologia e conexão emocional com seus filhos.
📌 Tema: Os desafios familiares na era digital
📅 Data: Quarta-feira, 11/03 às 6:30 PM
📍 Local: Prédio do CBA
⚠️ Atenção: A palestra é gratuita, mas a reserva é obrigatória.
👇 Link na bio / inscrições nos comentários
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SXSW is just around the corner, bringing the world’s top innovators to Austin! 🌎
CBA is proud to welcome back educators Roberta and Tais Bento for an exclusive talk: Family challenges in the digital age. Following their 2024 success, they return to share essential insights on navigating technology while maintaining deep family connections.
At CBA, we are committed to serving our community with programs that support growth and development. Join us for this meaningful conversation!
📌 Topic: Family challenges in the digital age
📅 Date: Wednesday, 03/11 at 6:30 PM
📍 Location: CBA Building
⚠️ Please note: This is a free event, but an RSVP is required.
👇 Link in bio / Register in the comments
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