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Our Mission & Vision

The Religious Coalition to Assist the Homeless (RCAH) unites Austin congregations, social service agencies, and caring individuals to expand shelter and housing options for our unhoused neighbors.

Since 1997, we’ve provided grant funding to local nonprofits that deliver critical services—including emergency shelter, transitional and permanent housing, case management, and hospice care. Together, we serve veterans, families, immigrants, the medically vulnerable, and others facing homelessness with dignity and compassion. Our vision is a more just and compassionate Austin—where every person has access to safe housing and the community support they need to thrive.

Religious Coalition to Assist the Homeless, RCAH Austin: Team Silhouette Photo

Meet the Team

  • Susan Morris, Executive Director
    University United Methodist Church

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  • The RCAH Board of Directors meets quarterly to oversee operations, evaluate grant proposals, and make funding decisions. We work with ECHO, local congregations, the City of Austin, Travis County, and service agencies to help shape funding priorities. Each member congregation may appoint a representative to the Board. For more information, please email our Executive Director.

    Ken Craig, Chair
    Saint Mary Cathedral

    Cathy Stone, Co-Chair
    First United Methodist Church

    Angela Oliver, Treasurer
    Westminster Presbyterian Church

    Jim Garrison, Director
    First Presbyterian Church

    Bert Meisenbach, Director
    All-Saints Episcopal Church

    Jenny Monahan, Director
    Tarrytown United Methodist Church

    Nancy Williams, Director
    St. John’s United Methodist Church

    Mary K. Jones, Director
    University United Methodist Church

    Susan Morris, Executive Director
    University United Methodist Church