Robert Jackson is a proud Austinite. Born here in 1956, he grew up with the city, marveling at the sprawl of skylines that have developed in downtown. He reflects fondly…
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From Community Kitchen Diner to Volunteer
At Caritas of Austin, we know our volunteers are indispensable in our work to end homelessness. Because of their time, passion and skills, our fellow Austinites have a safe place…
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The Courage To Start Over
It takes immense courage to leave an abusive relationship. And the price paid for that bravery is often great. For Artessa, leaving meant the new reality of homelessness. “I’ve never…
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You Are Helping End Youth Homelessness
“I am not worthy. I am not loveable. I am not competent.” These are the spoken words and underlying beliefs the Caritas of Austin Youth Program team witnesses daily in…
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Tracy’s Path Back to Well-Being
Tracy Allen’s first addiction was soccer. She began playing when she was 6 and eventually earned a scholarship to Missouri State University. But in her last year of high school,…
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