Just steps away from the buzz and bustle of South Lamar Boulevard, is a city block called Lamar Square. The Mary Lee Foundation has been growing and operating a campus […]
Category Archives: Housing
Our Community Health Worker Program – Connecting Clients with Assistance and Hope
Two years ago, Orisbel San Miguel (left) came to the United States from Cuba to find a better life for herself and her daughter, who is now 11 years old. […]
Rent Assistance Helps Bus Driving Resident Get Back in the Driver’s Seat Financially
Stacey Peña Kambeu Kamsu says driving a city bus is the best job she has had, but it also led to one of the most horrific days of her life. […]
Murals Become Part of the Big Picture for Foundation Communities Housing
Whether they’re enjoying coffee hour or playing a bingo card, residents of Zilker Studios say they feel a sense of calm and serenity from the flower-filled mural that graces a […]
Forecasting a Summer Opening for Parker Lane Apartments
At Foundation Communities, we’re excited that construction crews with BEC Austin have us on track for a summer opening for Parker Lane Apartments. The interest list is already open for […]
Foundation Communities Nursing Program is a Recipe for Recovery for Arbor Terrace Resident
For Amplify Austin this year, we’re featuring residents who are finding success with help from supportive services offered by Foundation Communities. Please donate to our Amplify Austin campaign here, and […]
Family Celebrates Holidays at The Loretta after Housing Crisis – Apartments Still Available
The opening of The Loretta Apartments in NW Austin couldn’t have come at a better time for Glenda Dennis and her daughter and son. After the rent for her townhome […]
Immigrant Family Finds Safety, Stability through Foundation Communities Affordable Housing
As the lead maintenance technician at Cardinal Point Apartments, Jeremiah Balingene stays very busy making repairs, and getting apartments ready for new residents. Thirteen years ago, he was in their […]
Building Zilker Studios: Seizing Opportunities, Overcoming Challenges
For Foundation Communities, building Zilker Studios was truly a “no-brainer.” It’s located on a half-acre of land that was donated by C12 Capital, the developer of The Loren at Lady […]
Veteran and Former Truck Driver Excited about the “Long Haul” at Zilker Studios
In the Zilker Studios community room, Johnnie Miller inspects the spread at the Healthy Food Pantry, all free for the taking. “Tomatoes , strawberries, sourdough breads… things that I can’t […]