60 Years of Volunteers

As we continue celebrating Caritas of Austin’s (Caritas) 60th anniversary, we want to reflect on those who have worked with us without being on our payroll — our volunteers!  We…

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A Day in the Life of A Supportive Housing Resident

On February 7th, Caritas of Austin celebrated the Grand Opening of Espero Rutland, our first housing development. Meaning “I hope,” Espero serves as a sanctuary and a home to 171…

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5 Lessons From A 60-Year-Old Nonprofit

There are a lot of things that have improved since the 1960s - technology, cars, fashion, and Caritas of Austin.   Continuing to operate and help thousands of Austinites through six…

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Why I Want To Hire A Caritas Client

In today’s economy, where job competition is fierce, people constantly worry about their resumes, experience, and job gaps. However, we often forget the low-income and unhoused communities struggling to make…

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From Darkness to Light

One of the grim realities of homelessness is that it can happen to anyone. A family illness, economic fluctuations, a lost job – all could lead to a loss of…

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