About AHA! “Accessible Housing Austin! was founded in 2005 by disability rights advocates who recognized that the scarcity of housing was a critical issue for people with disabilities. Accessible Housing Austin! serves a diverse range of Austinites with disabilities, including adults and children with mobility impairments, visual impairment, chronic illness, and other physical and emotionalContinue reading “Accessible Housing Austin!”
Category Archives: Affordable Housing
Texas Reach Out Ministries
About Texas Reach Out “Texas Reach Out is a faith-based 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization specializing in alternative housing for those released from prison and those who are homeless as a result of unsuccessful reintegration into society after an extended prison stay. We serve those who have made a serious commitment to change their lifeContinue reading “Texas Reach Out Ministries”
Foundation Communities
About Foundation Communities “Foundation Communities is a local, homegrown nonprofit. We provide affordable, attractive homes and free on-site support services for thousands of families with kids, as well as veterans, seniors, and individuals with disabilities. We offer an innovative, proven model that empowers our residents and neighbors to achieve educational success, financial stability, and healthierContinue reading “Foundation Communities”
Austin State Supported Living Center
About AuSSLC “Austin State Supported Living Center (formerly the Austin State School) is home to 175 residents with intellectual and developmental disabilities, ranging in age from 26-87. The center provides a beautiful living environment and a wide range of individualized training and recreational programs. The Austin State Supported Living Center provides aid and support to individualsContinue reading “Austin State Supported Living Center”
Mobile Loaves & Fishes
About MLF “Mobile Loaves & Fishes (MLF) is a social outreach ministry that has been empowering communities into a lifestyle of service with the homeless since 1998.“ https://mlf.org/us/ Volunteer Opportunities Community First! Village: There are numerous volunteer opportunities available at this housing community for formerly homeless Austinites, including property beautification and connecting with residents. TruckContinue reading “Mobile Loaves & Fishes”
Front Steps
About Front Steps “Front Steps provides a pathway home for our neighbors experiencing homelessness by offering emergency shelter, affordable housing, recuperative medical care, supportive services, and community awareness.“ https://www.frontsteps.org/who-we-are/ Volunteer Opportunities Mail & Hygiene Desk: Help staff manage the hygiene desk, connect clients to services, coordinate mail and messages, and dispense hygiene products. Kitchen Volunteer:Continue reading “Front Steps”
Caritas of Austin
About Caritas “Caritas of Austin believes that when every person has a stable place to call home, they can realize their full potential and contribute to our community. We build wellbeing by making sure that people have a safe home, access to healthy groceries, jobs that provide a reliable living wage, and educational opportunities toContinue reading “Caritas of Austin”
Casa Marianella
About Casa “Casa Marianella welcomes displaced immigrants and promotes self-sufficiency by providing shelter and support services. In addition to shelter, Casa offers access to legal and medical resources, food, clothing, English classes, and other resources. Casa Marianella started in 1986 as one home for men, women and children, but as Casa has grown, a nearby branch siteContinue reading “Casa Marianella”
SARA Organization (Syrian American Refugee Aid)
About SARA “SARA Organization (Syrian American Refugee Aid) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit in Austin, TX. We were founded in 2015 by Syrian Americans to aid vetted Syrian refugees as they transition into their American lives. We welcome and mentor our new neighbors and provide them a sense of community. We assist with education and careerContinue reading “SARA Organization (Syrian American Refugee Aid)”
Project Transitions
About Project Transitions “Project Transitions is dedicated to serving people with HIV and AIDS by providing supportive living, housing, recuperative care and hospice in compassionate and caring environments.“ https://www.projecttransitions.org/ Volunteer Opportunities Packing/Moving Help: Help move current tenants to interim locations while Project Transitions rebuilds one of their transitional housing complexes. Gardeners and landscapers: Keep theContinue reading “Project Transitions”
Interfaith Action of Central Texas
About iACT “Interfaith Action of Central Texas exists to build healthy relationships between the faith communities of Central Texas. iACT cultivates peace and respect through interfaith dialogue, service and celebration.” http://interfaithtexas.org/about/ Volunteer Opportunities Hands on Housing Raise the Roof: Join a big housing repair event to fix the homes of senior citizens and disable individualsContinue reading “Interfaith Action of Central Texas”
Green Doors
About Green Doors “Founded in 1990 by a formerly homeless young woman, Green Doors’ mission is to prevent and help end homelessness and poverty housing for those working to achieve independent living in Central Texas.” https://www.greendoors.org/ Volunteer Opportunities Landscape a home Distribute food at the food pantry Share your holiday cheer Assist with fundraising activities PlanContinue reading “Green Doors”
Austin Habitat for Humanity
About Austin Habitat “The mission and vision of Austin Habitat for Humanity are anchored around our dedication to ending the cycle of poverty housing and the deeply held belief that everyone deserves a decent, affordable place to live.” https://austinhabitat.org/ Volunteer Opportunities Individual Volunteers: Sign up for projects on the Volunteer Calendar to help build andContinue reading “Austin Habitat for Humanity”
Integral Care
About Integral Care “We support adults and children living with mental illness, substance use disorder and intellectual and developmental disabilities in Travis County. Our services include a 24-hour helpline for anyone who needs immediate support, ongoing counseling to improve mental health, drug and alcohol treatment to help with recovery, and housing to regain health and independence. Integral Care helps provide a strong foundationContinue reading “Integral Care”
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