CASA's Impact in the Community
Success Stories, News, and Special Events
Get Ready for Our Safe at Home Fall Fundraiser
In an effort to help our tenants stay safe, we’d like for you to do the same. Our 2020 fall fundraiser will still go on as scheduled, but with one big exception: Everyone will be staying home. Instead of getting dressed up for our annual night out as usual, we’ll be...
Brightway, The Ganim Agency in Raleigh donates $2,500 to CASA
RALEIGH, N.C. (SEPT. 8, 2020) — Gathered in front of CASA’s headquarters in Raleigh, Maz Ganim, Owner of Brightway, The Ganim Agency, presented a check to CASA CEO, Mary Jean Seyda, Tuesday, Sept. 8. “We’re grateful that we’re able to continue helping the community...
Homelessness and COVID-19
COVID-19 has impacted the lives of millions. People experiencing homelessness are at particular risk of contracting COVID-19 because they don’t have access to the most basic tools we all need to stay safe: a place to shelter, a place to practice good hygiene, and a...
Housing Insecurity During COVID-19
Housing insecurity during COVID-19 COVID-19 has impacted every aspect of our lives. As of April 2020, the national unemployment rate skyrocketed to 14.7 percent, putting 20.5 million people out of work. In North Carolina, the unemployment rate reached 12.2%, the...
CASA’s COVID-19 Response
Like you, we're adjusting to a new normal at CASA. Our offices are closed for now, but our staff are all working full time - from home or from a safe distance - to look after our tenants, keep our properties looking great, respond to emergencies, and move new tenants...
Welcome Dee, CASA’s new CFO
Dee joined CASA’s senior leadership team as the agency's second Chief Financial Officer in February 2020. Dee has over 20 years of experience in finance, accounting, financial reporting & modeling, real-estate housing (including retirement, assisted living,...
The Importance of the 2020 Census
What is the Census? The census is a constitutionally mandated count of every person living in the United States occurring every decade. Each state’s population impacts redistricting and the allocation of congressional seats. Census data affects our ability to ensure...
Fair Housing Mini-Series Part III: Advertising
Despite the Fair Housing Act (FHA) which prohibits discrimination when advertising housing, members of protected classes are still finding the playing field isn’t level. Applicants may see statements such as "no kids," "Christian housing," and "English speakers...
Giving Tuesday is December 3rd!
Giving Tuesday is a global day of giving on the first Tuesday after Thanksgiving. After Black Friday, Small Business Saturday, and Cyber Monday, #GivingTuesday is intended as a day to focus on the season of giving. At CASA, Giving Tuesday is a big deal – especially...
Pamela’s Story
When Pamela’s mom got sick, her world fell apart. “She was my best friend,” Pamela says. Her mother battled cancer for over two years. Pamela left her full time job and moved to North Carolina to care of her. “When she died,” Pamela says, “I didn’t realize how much...
A Reason for Living
Bill moved into his CASA apartment as soon as construction was completed and the complex opened. “I love it here,” he says. “We take care of each other.” Bill’s path to CASA was a difficult one. “I used to live in a house, owned my own business, and lost everything,”...
Debbie White, CASA’s CFO, Announces Plan to Retire
Debbie White has announced her plans to retire after nearly 15 years as CASA's Chief Financial Officer (CFO). As CASA searches for a replacement, we're carefully planning to be sure our new CFO is well equipped to take on Debbie's responsibilities. The new CFO will...
What Is the Workforce Housing Model?
Some essential occupations are needed in every community. But unfortunately, many of these occupations don’t pay a high enough wage in order for those workers to live in the community in which they serve. That’s where the concept of “workforce housing” comes into...
CASA purchases six acres in Raleigh for future affordable housing development
CASA recently purchased a six acre parcel of land near Wake Med Hospital and several other CASA communities. The site will be the future home to King's Ridge, an afforable housing complex named in loving memory of our long time CEO, Debra K King. More details to...
Fair Housing Mini-Series Part II: Redlining
What is RedliningRedlining forever shaped America’s residential patterns. The Homeowners Loan Corporation (HOLC), created as part of the New Deal to refinance home mortgages in default due to the 1929 crash, evaluated neighborhoods and broke them into four “lending...
Boost Your Charitable Giving This Season With Required Minimum Distributions
Need help understanding how to best support your favorite charitable organization during the holidays? One important strategy to understand is the Required Minimum Distribution (RMD). If you are 70-and-a-half years old or older, the IRS requires you to start...
A Look at Why CASA Affordable Housing Matters
What Is Permanent Supportive Housing in Raleigh, NC?
Permanent supportive housing (sometimes also called disability housing) is rental housing paired with supportive services to allow people with disabilities to live independently. Access to the supportive services of all kinds helps resident be...
Fair Housing Act
This advocacy mini-series will cover different aspects of the Fair Housing Act and how this legislation shaped the American housing landscape.What is the Fair Housing ActThe Fair Housing Act prevents discrimination in housing (rental and homeownership) based on seven...
Welcome Home, Tommy & Shelia
Tommy and Shelia moved their family into their CASA apartment in May. Before they arrived, they had been living in a hotel room with one bed. Now, they live in a two-bedroom apartment in a community for families with children in Raleigh. “At one time we had a nice...
