CASA's Impact in the Community
Success Stories, News, and Special Events
HOMECOMING, A Memorable Evening for Affordable Housing: CASA’s 2024 Fall Fundraiser
On the evening of Thursday, September 12th, CASA’s annual Fall Fundraiser took place at Raleigh Union Station, with guests arriving in style, ready to make a difference. Sponsored by over 50 local businesses and individuals, the event welcomed nearly 250 attendees...
Building Hope: How CASA’s Affordable Housing Strategy Reduces Homelessness
In communities across the country, the homelessness crisis continues to escalate, affecting millions of individuals and families. Affordable housing has emerged as a critical solution to this pressing issue. CASA, a leading organization in affordable housing advocacy...
How You Can Support CASA’s Mission
Homelessness is a pressing issue in North Carolina's Triangle area, with over 1,000 individuals lacking permanent housing. CASA (Community Alternatives for Supportive Abodes) is dedicated to reducing this number by providing affordable housing solutions to those in...
Enhancing Community Well-Being with Affordable Housing Solutions
Affordable housing is a hot topic, and for good reason. The housing market in North Carolina, especially in booming cities like Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill, is experiencing a significant shift. While growth and development are exciting, they also lead to...
The Supreme Court’s ruling on Johnson vs Grants Pass
Last Friday, the U.S. Supreme Court issued a ruling in City of Grants Pass, Oregon v. Johnson, determining that the U.S. Constitution does not protect individuals from being penalized for sleeping outside when no shelter is available. This decision allows cities to...
Make a Difference and Help the Homeless With CASA
It's no secret that North Carolina's Triangle area has had a large homeless population, but thanks to Raleigh nonprofits like CASA, the homeless in Chapel Hill, NC and the homeless in Raleigh, NC are finding homes. With the concentrated efforts of CASA and the...
Fill King’s Ridge with Love this Valentine’s Day!
Can you help us Fill King’s Ridge with Love? CASA has teamed up with our friends over at The Green Chair Project to host a household item drive for King’s Ridge! We’re working to collect basic household essentials, ranging from measuring spoons to comforters, that...
Disability Housing: Bridging Gaps for Inclusive Living in Raleigh
Did you know? Over 40% of people who are without affordable housing are living with disabilities. This disproportionate amount of need that has gone unaddressed directly impacts their ability to care for themselves and their families, further exacerbating the concerns...
January 2024 Partner of the Month – Jean Gross
We are thrilled to present our first Partner of the Month for 2024 – a remarkable individual, Jean Gross. Jean has been an integral part of the CASA community for an impressive 11 years. Her journey began as a dedicated donor, and over the years, she has evolved into...
How You Can Help a Nonprofit Through Donations
Raleigh nonprofits like CASA serve our community by addressing critical issues for citizens in need. The lifeblood of Raleigh and Chapel Hill nonprofits is the generosity of donors. Financial contributions are often the primary source of funding for nonprofits, and...
2023 Fall Fundraiser Wrap Up
On September 21st at the historic Merrimon-Wynne House in downtown Raleigh, we were joined by 37 sponsors and 200 individuals from our community to create a night of support, awareness, and hope. We came together under the string lights and setting sun in downtown...
August Partner of the Month: the Disabled American Veterans Charitable Service Trust
Celebrate with us as we proudly introduce our esteemed Partner of the Month for August 2023, the Disabled American Veterans Charitable Service Trust! We are thrilled to acknowledge and commend their unwavering dedication to the cause of increasing affordable housing...
Housing Facts Every Resident Should Know— Stopping Homelessness in Raleigh, NC
Did you know? Data from the National Association of Home Builders/Wells Fargo Housing Opportunity Index has found that the median home price has risen 30% over the past decade, doubling the average rise in American income nationwide. This, coupled with rising...
Housing Provides Stability: Fighting Homelessness in Raleigh, NC
For many in Raleigh, NC, "home" is nothing more than a distant dream. In 2022, Wake County counted over 1,500 people experiencing homelessness, 67% more than in 2021. Without access to stable housing, these people and their families are at risk of falling deeper into...
Exploring The Link: Food Insecurity And Homelessness
Did you know that several leading names in public service have determined that while food insecurity may not be a cause of homelessness, it can be an indicator of potential homelessness down the line. Understanding this link and creating preventative strategies are...
Perry Place- Honoring Congressman David Price
On 12/9/22, Perry Place was a busy site as the NCHFA honored Congressman David Price for his many years of service and support of affordable housing. CASA was thrilled to play host for this event just as we wrap up construction on this 48-unit community. Congressman...
CASA acquires historic apartment community in downtown Raleigh to preserve as affordable housing
(Raleigh, NC) CASA is pleased to announce its acquisition of an historic apartment community in downtown Raleigh. Grosvenor Gardens, located at 1101 Hillsborough Street, Raleigh, was built in 1939 and include 62 studio and one-bedroom apartments at below market rents....
Veterans Day 2022
Veterans have alarmingly been overrepresented in the homeless population for many years. As reported by the Continuums of Care to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), North Carolina has about 9,280 people experiencing homelessness on any given...
2022 Fall Fundraiser Reflections
After a two year break due to COVID-19, CASA returned to in-person events with our annual Fall Fundraiser gala in honor of our 30th anniversary. We are happy to report that we surpassed this year’s $150,000 fundraising goal and were able to raise $157,602 to support...
How You Can Help Contribute to Affordable Housing in Durham and Affordable Housing in Raleigh
At CASA, we aim to create dwellings for those with no permanent residence to call home. We serve those facing housing insecurities in the Durham, Chapel Hill, and Raleigh areas by establishing homes and creating workforce housing and supportive housing for...
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- How You Can Support CASA’s MissionHomelessness is a pressing issue in North Carolina’s ...
Enhancing Community Well-Being with Affordable Housing SolutionsAffordable housing is a hot topic, and for good reason. The ...- The Supreme Court’s ruling on Johnson vs Grants PassLast Friday, the U.S. Supreme Court issued a ruling in City of ...