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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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…
Read More6 Easy Ways to Give Back This Holiday Season
Cooler weather, warm sweaters, pine trees covered in string lights – it’s clear the holiday season is upon us. Along with making holiday shopping lists (and checking them twice), many…
Read MoreWhy 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…
Read MoreFrom 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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