Our Work
Land
HCA’s Land Program seeks to increase private land stewardship and permanent land conservation across the Hill Country, and works with regional land trusts to educate owners about conservation easements, track conservation metrics, and consider conservation priorities.
Water
HCA’s Water Program assists grassroots groups that champion water stewardship in their communities, advocates for policies that protect groundwater and surface water, and promotes resilient water supplies through the advancement of One Water projects.
Night Sky
HCA’s Night Skies Program helps Hill Country counties and cities minimize the impacts of light pollution through education and outreach, the establishment of outdoor lighting policies, and the recognition and celebration of certified Dark Sky Places in our region.
Communities
HCA’s Communities Program builds connections across county lines, supporting rural leaders in protecting the unique character of their communities while promoting innovative approaches to building healthy, vibrant communities throughout the Texas Hill Country.
The Latest
Hill Country Community Journal — Hill Country Officials Discuss Water, Growth and Legislative Goals
Hill Country Officials Discuss Water, Growth and Legislative Goals | Hill Country Community Journal Several nonprofit planners, including HCA, hosted the 10th County-to-County Coalition workshop on October, 22, 2026 in Austin, Texas. This workshop brought together...
Bandera Bulletin — Hill Country Officials Discuss Flood Mitigation and Legislation
Hill Country Officials Discuss Flood Mitigation and Legislation | Bandera Bulletin HCA is proud to be among the nonprofit planners who hosted the 10th County-to-County Coalition workshop on October, 22, 2026 at the Texas Capitol. This workshop connected forty (40)...
Bandera Bulletin — HCA Offers Grants for Dark Sky Projects
HCA Offers Grants for Dark Sky Projects | Bandera Bulletin For its third year, the Night Sky Preservation Fund, offered by HCA, supports up to $5,000 in reimbursement for projects that protect the Texas Hill Country's night skies. Eligible projects include pursuing...
The Wimberley View — HCA Accepts Applications for Night Sky Preservation Fund
HCA Accepts Applications for Night Sky Preservation Fund | The Wimberley View The Hill Country Alliance's Night Sky Preservation Fund is accepting applications through October 31st, 2026. This fund provides financial reimbursements to organizations in 22 eligible...
Hill Country Alliance Accepting Applications for Night Sky Preservation Fund Through October 31
The Hill Country Alliance (HCA) is accepting applications through October 31 for its Night Sky Preservation Fund, which provides financial reimbursement assistance to local grassroots organizations, institutions, and other groups working to improve outdoor lighting...
San Antonio Express-News — Guadalupe River Recovery
Guadalupe River Recovery After Two Consecutive Floods | San Antonio Express-News What does recovery look like after two consecutive floods? The San Antonio Express-News explored the Guadalupe River's recovery, including restoration work led by Hill Country Alliance...