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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6 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…
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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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