1502 Howard St
San Antonio, TX 78212
(210) 737-5100
Esperanza's work helps individuals and grassroots organizations acquire knowledge and skills so that we can control decisions that affect our day-to-day lives in a way that respects and honors shared goals for a just society. We believe that by having a place with resources available we can come together to facilitate and provoke discussions and interactions among diverse groups of people who believe that together we can bring positive social change to our world and address the inherent interconnection of issues and oppressions across racial, class, sexual orientation, gender, age, health, physical and cultural boundaries.
Luminaria is San Antonio's annual night festival of art and artists. It is free of charge and showcases all art forms including Visual, Music, Theatre and Performance, Literary, Media, and Dance. Luminaria takes place in downtown San Antonio in both outdoor and indoor venues. Luminaria spotlights regional, national and international artists and is made possible through the generosity of artists, arts organizations, volunteers, and public and private donations. This event is overseen by San Antonio's creative leaders. Over the last eight years, Luminaria artists and performers have brought quality new and experimental works. This event brings art to hundreds of thousands of people in innovative and suprising ways. Our next events are Luminaria Take Two on February 19 at the San Antonio Museum of Art and February 24 at the Tobin Center for the Performing Arts.
Service Schedule Wednesday Night Bible Study 6:30 - 7:30 (Joy Center) Sunday Celebration 10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Dedicated to academic excellence and spiritual formation, St. Anthony Catholic School prepares students for success in high school, college, and throughout their lives. The school provides young people with an academically rigorous and doctrinally sound program of education and faith formation designed to strengthen their union with Christ and neighbors.
In 1946, Harry Landa donated his Monte Vista estate to the City of San Antonio as a memorial to his wife, Hannah. The estate was to be utilized as a public library, a playground for children and public gardens for the enjoyment of all. It is the goal of the conservancy to maintain the vision of preserving the grounds for all to enjoy!
Any young person in grades pre-kindergarten through twelfth grade (pre-k thru 12th) residing in the San Antonio, Bexar County area will be eligible for enrollment in the Higgs, Carter, King Gifted and Talented Charter Academy. The Charter Academy will specifically target young people who are having difficulty in school, special education youngsters, low achieving youngsters, and youngsters who are low-income and at-risk of becoming involved in delinquent activity. The age group includes four year olds to 21 year olds (4-21).
Why go back to High School if you can go forward to College? What if you could get your GED and go to College at the same time? Restore Education has been helping students accelerate their education for years. Eligibility: 1. If you are 16 or older, and 2. If you are willing to commit to work at a college level and willing to finish what you start. Since 2008, Restore Education has helped over 4,000 students move forward in their education. We offer: •Flexible & part-time schedules •Work designed for your needs •College readiness, advising and college courses •Job training and career planning
Belong to a support network of women sharing recovery meeting information and helpful resources with one another.
For 75 years, Catholic Charities has been helping those most in need in San Antonio and the surrounding areas. As the official social service arm of the Catholic Church, we serve over 55,000 people a year – the hungry, the homeless, the desperate, and those needing help facing life’s daily challenges. With over 25 programs, we serve people of all faiths and all walks of life, from those not yet born to those at the end of life’s journey. Called to live out the gospel mandate to “love thy neighbor,” with a presence in more than 19 counties, we serve those in need without regard to race, creed, or nationality. Within the past few years Catholic Charities has expanded its services to the community by bringing other organizations under its umbrella, including Senior Community Services in 1999, Catholic Counseling & Consultation Center and Guadalupe Home in 2001, San Antonio Birth Doulas in 2005, and Guadalupe Community Center in 2006.
If you or anyone you know in Bexar County has a criminal background and needs assistance, please contact our Family Renewal Center office at 210-299-4540. We're here to help.
What We Do Transplants for Children (TFC) is the only agency of its kind and located in San Antonio, Texas. TFC empowers families to MASTER LIFELONG CHALLENGES of pediatric transplantation. TFC is dedicated to assisting young organ and bone marrow transplant recipients and their families in effectively coping with the emotional, financial, and social challenges that arise before, during, and after transplantation. For a child and his or her family, a transplant can bring the joyous realization of new life. The transplant process, however, can also present overwhelming emotional and financial challenges which most families are simply not prepared to face. TFC exists to help families master those challenges. Our organization was established to “be there” when families need somewhere to turn for help.
The San Antonio Tennis Association is a community tennis association of the USTA, United States Tennis Association-Texas Section, founded in 1946, and is a non-profit organization supporting a growing tennis community of more than 13,000 adults, children and seniors that works year round to promote and develop the growth of tennis.
Alamo Area Aikikai began as a high school club called Alamo Heights Aikido in 2001. As demand grew for a more public presence, we formed this organization as a means to benefit a larger population. We are now located at the D.R. Semmes YMCA. Register at the YMCA to join! http://ymcasatx.org/page.aspx?pid=2163 (210) 246-9622
For 75 years, Catholic Charities has been helping those most in need in San Antonio and the surrounding areas. As the official social service arm of the Catholic Church, we serve over 55,000 people a year – the hungry, the homeless, the desperate, and those needing help facing life’s daily challenges. With over 25 programs, we serve people of all faiths and all walks of life, from those not yet born to those at the end of life’s journey. Called to live out the gospel mandate to “love thy neighbor,” with a presence in more than 19 counties, we serve those in need without regard to race, creed, or nationality. Within the past few years Catholic Charities has expanded its services to the community by bringing other organizations under its umbrella, including Senior Community Services in 1999, Catholic Counseling & Consultation Center and Guadalupe Home in 2001, San Antonio Birth Doulas in 2005, and Guadalupe Community Center in 2006.
SA Youth invites you to Chips ‘N Salsa™- An Official Fiesta San Antonio Event to benefit SA Youth! Come join us for a night of Chips ‘N Salsa™ Royalty, High Roller Casino fun, Salsa dancing, VIP Room, dazzling Silent Auction, appetizers, drinks and more! This fun filled Fiesta event has something for everyone. Try your luck at one of the many gambling tables, dance to the sounds of the live Salsa band, mingle with Fiesta Royalty or gain access to our exclusive VIP room. And don’t forget the chance to peruse our Silent Auction, all while enjoying appetizers and drinks for a great cause! Chips ‘N Salsa™ 2013 will be held April 20, 2013 at the El Tropicano Riverwalk Hotel. The El Tropicano Riverwalk Hotel is located on the historic San Antonio Riverwalk at 110 Lexington Ave San Antonio, TX 78215. The event is scheduled to last from 7:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. VIP admission is at 6:00 p.m. Tickets are $50 online or $55 at the door and include admission, live music, appetizers, $500 in Casino Chips & the Chips N Salsa medal. VIP tickets are $100 which includes general event admission plus admission into our exclusive VIP area.
Dedicated to academic excellence and spiritual formation, St. Anthony Catholic School prepares students for success in high school, college, and throughout their lives. The school provides young people with an academically rigorous and doctrinally sound program of education and faith formation designed to strengthen their union with Christ and neighbors.
The San Antonio Tennis Association is a community tennis association of the USTA, United States Tennis Association-Texas Section, founded in 1946, and is a non-profit organization supporting a growing tennis community of more than 13,000 adults, children and seniors that works year round to promote and develop the growth of tennis.
In addition to increasing the overall quantity of food donations to the San Antonio Food Bank, we highly anticipate increased awareness in the community and SAC students in particular. Together with the Food Bank and Desks 2 Tables, the L&M Bookstore will be offering students incentives to help their community (through textbook discounts in return for donating food).
Why go back to High School if you can go forward to College? What if you could get your GED and go to College at the same time? Restore Education has been helping students accelerate their education for years. Eligibility: 1. If you are 16 or older, and 2. If you are willing to commit to work at a college level and willing to finish what you start. Since 2008, Restore Education has helped over 4,000 students move forward in their education. We offer: •Flexible & part-time schedules •Work designed for your needs •College readiness, advising and college courses •Job training and career planning
Business as Mission is a missional strategy, whereby we encourage and equip Christian entrepreneurs in their calling to missions, connect and provide resources for kingdom entrepreneurs practicing business as mission, and educate and mentor business minded individuals in the most impoverished areas in the country.
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