The Robin and Bud Shivers HAAM Headquarters:

honoring the legacy of the couple that made HAAM possible.

The Health Alliance for Austin Musicians would not be possible without the incredible generosity and vision of Robin and Bud Shivers. Often described as “the quintessential Austin Power Couple” they were mainstays in Austin’s philanthropic and healthcare communities.

Robin was the founder and driving force behind the creation and success of HAAM. A dedicated and celebrated philanthropist in Austin’s healthcare community, Robin was also a successful artist manager with an unparalleled love for Austin’s music scene. It was through her time as an artist manager that she befriended musician Troy Campbell, and learned first hand about the barriers even celebrated musicians faced in accessing health care.

Bud was a lifelong Austinite and prominent businessman and philanthropist as well, serving as the founder and chairman of the Seton Fund, along with board service with the Headliners Foundation of Texas, The Austin Chamber of Commerce, Memorial Hermann/TIRR, and the Institute for Rehabilitation Research. 

Together, Robin and Bud used their influence and experience to found what has become one of Austin’s most beloved nonprofits in HAAM, to help address the previously unmet needs of the musicians who serve as an integral part of Austin’s economy and culture.

HAAM was a first-of-its-kind model for bringing community resources together to support musicians by providing access to affordable health care such as doctors visits, dental work, mental health, hearing health, vision, basic needs, and more.

Robin and Bud’s vision, initiative and leadership created an amazing foundation that has made HAAM one of the most impactful and respected nonprofits in Austin. Opening the doors to HAAM’s first permanent home will honor their incredible legacy, and build upon the couple's dream of ensuring that one of Austin’ most incredible resources - local musicians - are supported for years and years to come. We are honored to carry on Robin and Bud’s legacy of keeping music in Austin alive and well.