Giving Good

Eases hardship of children’s illness on families through programs that help children heal faster and helps family stay close by.

Family Development Center that offers a bright start for homeless infants, toddlers and their families.

For over 50 years, Caritas of Austin has been a turning point in people’s lives. Each year we serve thousands of families and individuals who do not have a stable place to call home. Through comprehensive, relationship-based services, Caritas of Austin turns crisis into stability and empowers people toward the life they want. We believe that a thriving community derives its strength from providing all members to be self-reliant. The main populations we serve are homeless individuals, veterans, refugees and families in crises. The programs we provide include: • Providing housing assistance • Resettling refugees • Providing specific social services for Veteran families • Providing food through our Pantry and our Community Kitchen • Facilitating educational classes on budgeting and other life skills, etc. • Employment assistance Projects associated with our organization include: • Preparing and serving lunch to 300 – 350 people in need in our Community Kitchen • Collecting Nonperishable food and household items to stock our Pantry • Assembling “Care Kits” of food and toiletries that can be handed out to homeless individuals • Assembling “Welcome Home” baskets for recently housed families • Assembling “Interview Packets” to aid individuals on their job search • Monetary donations including gift cards

Sammy’s House provides services for children who are medically fragile and developmentally delayed

Hands On Central Texas, a program of United Way for Greater Austin strengthens communities through meaningful volunteer action. We provide over 400 volunteer opportunities and projects, Days of Service and Volunteer Leadership opportunities annually. Hands On Central Texas is a member of the Hands On Network, whose mission is to inspire, equip, and mobilize people to change lives through service. The Hands On Network, generated by Points of Light Institute is made up of 250 affiliates, called HandsOn Action Centers that are located in 16 international communities. These Action Centers contribute $579M of volunteer service annually. Hands On Central Texas is one of the leading coordinators of employee engagement and business philanthropy services in the Central Texas region. We build stronger communities in ways that also build stronger businesses including: • Team-building through Hands On Central Texas managed volunteer projects • Increased employee morale and loyalty by providing volunteer opportunities that align to their passion • Increased brand equity as a socially responsible business • Increased visibility as you report your results to your clients and staff