Caritas of Austin
Jo Kathryn Quinn has extensive experience in the non-profit sector. From 2000 to 2005, they worked as a Program Director at CASA of Travis County. In 2005, they joined Caritas of Austin and held various positions, including Director of Housing Services. In June 2012, they became the President and CEO of Caritas of Austin and remains in this role.
Jo Kathryn Quinn received their Bachelor of Arts degree in Communications from Louisiana Tech University, where they studied from 1976 to 1981. Jo Kathryn then pursued further education at Southwestern Seminary from 1981 to 1985, earning a Master of Divinity degree in Theology.
Caritas of Austin
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 to learn life skills. All of us need a sturdy foundation and layers of support in our lives to thrive; that’s what creates a strong community. Our innovative, personalized and proven approach to building wellbeing and ending homelessness creates a more vibrant Austin for everyone. OUR MISSION We prevent and end homelessness for people in Greater Austin. GET INVOLVED Volunteers are helping create a more vibrant Austin for all as they partner with staff members and clients to build wellbeing. Whether it’s serving a nutritious lunch, working with clients directly to achieve their life goals, or supporting staff members to make our programs even stronger, you are helping end homelessness together. Become a volunteer - work directly with clients, serve lunch in our Community Kitchen, or provide staff with administrative support: http://www.caritasofaustin.org/get-involved/volunteer Join our Community Advisory Board - we are always looking for diverse community professionals and leaders to promote awareness in the community, provide advisory support, and ensure long-term sustainability through resource development. Contact Amy Jackson, ajackson@caritasofaustin.org for more information. Join the Caritas team - View current job openings: https://www.caritasofaustin.org/who-we-are/careers/