About the Basic Needs Coalition of Central Texas
The Basic Needs Coalition of Central Texas is a grass-roots collaboration of 30 public and private human service providers that began in January 2001 when the executive directors of several nonprofit organizations met to explore collaborations that would address the barriers clients face when seeking basic needs services. The Basic Needs Coalition is comprised of nonprofit organizations, local governmental agencies, faith-based organizations and community advocates.
Caritas is the fiscal agent for the Basic Needs Coalition.
Mission
The Mission of the Basic Needs Coalition of Central Texas is: To lead the community in creating solutions that secure the basic resources – food, housing and clothing – of our neighbors in need.
Vision
The Vision of the Basic Needs Coalition of Central Texas is: To eliminate the effects of poverty and promote self-sufficiency.
Purpose
The purpose of the Basic Needs Coalition is to:
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Design, develop and implement an improved basic needs service delivery system that eliminates existing barriers to service and streamlines the current delivery system.
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Maximize services and resources through the development, coordination, and implementation of effective strategies for service delivery.
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Assist community policymakers, service providers, funders and citizens in addressing basic needs in Austin and Travis County.
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Serve as an advisory body of the Community Action Network (CAN).
The Basic Needs Coalition developed the Best Single Source Project, a system improvement model for the distribution of emergency financial assistance, and is in the process of implementing a project system that includes a shared client database, central referral system and centralized financial aid for families.
For more information on the Basic Needs Coalition, visit the Basic Needs Coalition website.
