SAFE

With a heavy heart, The SAFE Alliance mourns the passing of one of Austin’s truest champions for children, Cathy McHorse.

Cathy was brilliant, kind, exceptionally humble, and a joy to work alongside. Over her decades of fierce community advocacy, she dedicated her life to ensuring that every young child in Central Texas grew up with equitable access to safe, supportive, and high-quality early childhood environments. Her vision aligned with SAFE's mission to break the cycle of child abuse and to create safe futures.

Cathy brought an infectious smile and radiant warmth to the serious, heavy work of advocacy, leaving an indelible impact on countless families, educators, and community partners across Austin.

We send our deepest condolences to her family, friends, and the vast network of admirers who carry forward her vital work. Rest in power, Cathy. Your legacy lives on in the thousands of children who have a brighter, safer future because of your tireless fight.

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