Volunteer Spotlight: Connor Family
Phillip and Kandace Connor first stumbled upon Casa Chirilagua through an internet search upon their arrival to an Arlington neighborhood within a few blocks of Chirilagua. They were intrigued by the immigrant community not far from their home and were curious to...KC for the Holidays
It’s just been a month, but Kids Club has been, yet again, bustling and busy! After the Art of Restoration, the Alexandria Business Association formally recognized students for their artwork beautifying Alexandria and Mayor Euille specially awarded them. For our...The Car Ride Back
On November 11 one college student, five fifth graders and an adult leader took a trip to a ropes course at Camp Bennett in Maryland. For our LIT students, those who display leadership potential, this was an opportunity to practice problem solving and team building...D’s Corner
In the past month Casa Chirilagua had several new events to celebrate. We participated in the Alexandria Film Festival on November 4th. The Arlandria/Chirilagua (our neighborhood) venue had a great turnout. Mayor Euille and the Ambassador of El Salvador were in...
We are a community of people “learning together to love our neighbors as ourselves” in a Latino neighborhood in Alexandria, Virginia.
As a faith-based Christian non-profit with a small staff and over 100 volunteers, we serve alongside more than 100 families and their children (1st-12th grades) each week through our community programs.