What do an interior designer, a Girl Scout troop, a car mechanic and a college organization have in common? Like thousands of others, all have volunteered over the years to make a difference in the lives of Saint Louise House mothers and children. Saint Louise House salutes its volunteers as part of our ongoing 20th anniversary observance and as part...
In the beginning….
Saint Louise House is celebrating its 20th year of serving women and their children who are experiencing homelessness. We’ve come a long way since the seeds of our existence were planted by a group focused on helping teenagers living on the streets near The University of Texas. But the best way to tell any story is to start at the...
Supporting parents in raising happy and healthy children
Shelley Szucs, Saint Louise House Board of Directors My passion is supporting parents in raising happy and healthy children. Every parent needs trusted and reliable resources in navigating how to best raise each unique child. I first learned of Saint Louise House when my daughter and I attended a Mother and Me Tea. I was so impressed by the passion...
“Serve those who are poor with gentleness and love.” – St. Louise de Marillac
Founded in Austin in 2000 by the Daughters of Charity and Saint Austin Catholic Church parishioners, Saint Louise House opened its doors to its first five families in October 2001. We’re celebrating our 20th anniversary throughout this year with a look at the how far we’ve come – thanks to you, our generous supporters – over the past 20 years....
Dell Children’s Health Plan Provides Supplies to Families
A big thank you to Dell Children's Health Plan and individual volunteers..
Our Approach: The Self-Sufficiency Outcomes Matrix
At Saint Louise House, every family’s journey is different...
Keep Your Community Engaged Remotely: Back to School Program
We may not know exactly what “going back to school” will look like this year...
Keep Your Community Engaged Remotely: Host a Virtual Product Drive
One of the ways that Saint Louise House provides support to families...
Supporter Spotlight: Tanner Lawlis
Newly-minted UT graduate Tanner Lawlis began volunteering at Saint Louise House...
Powering Our Community in Partnership With Austin Energy
Something you might not know about Saint Louise House...