Casa Marianella Series: Resident Stories by Lily Dayanim
Today, we’re sharing just a few incredible resident stories, as part of a longer series from our Case Manager, Lily Dayanim. Lily is a talented photographer and digital storyteller who took the time to interview [...]
A Huge Thank You to All the Amazing Local Businesses and Organizations Supporting Casa During the Storm and Amplify Austin
Here at Casa Marianella, we are overwhelmed with gratitude by all the recent support from businesses and organizations here in ATX, especially during the storm and Amplify Austin. Words cannot express our appreciation, but here’s [...]
From Texas Cowgirls to INTERA: Raeann Supports Casa
Raeann Zuniga spent time volunteering at Casa Marianella and Posada Esperanza while studying at the University of Texas at Austin. Her and her spirit group, Texas Cowgirls, were eager to give back to their local [...]
Former Casa family gifted new furniture for 2021
This holiday season, the Statesman published an article speaking about one of our beloved former Casa families: Deogratias Niyongabo, 38, his wife, Françoise Irankunda, 39, and their two daughters, Esther, 5, and Brianna, 3, from [...]
2020 Holiday Campaigns in Support of Casa Marianella
Casa Marianella has a lot to be thankful for this holiday season. A word from our Co-Executive Directors, Jennifer Long and Patti McCabe: “With your help, we continue to be one of the few shelters [...]
Human Dignity
I turn onto Gunter street, enveloped by the stifling heat of Austin in August. I couldn’t tell you if I’m sweating from the heat or because I’m nervous for my first day serving at Casa [...]