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Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Washington at the National Shrine, Friday July 10, 2020.

Catholic Charities serves families facing food insecurity in DC

Jul 10, 2020

By Christine Rousselle

In the shadow of the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception, Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of... Read more

New York City.

Catholic Charities steps in as NYC loosens eviction restrictions

Jun 22, 2020

As New York City’s eviction moratorium expires for some people affected by the coronavirus pandemic, Catholic Charities has warned that... Read more

Catholic Charities distribute food at St. Michael – St. Malachy Parish, Brooklyn. April 24, 2020.

'This is exactly what we want to be doing': A friar's life in Brooklyn during coronavirus

Apr 25, 2020

By Christine Rousselle

Fr. Brendan Buckley, OFM. Cap., had never heard of the Zoom before this past March and the onset of the... Read more

Arizona home helps women rebuild lives after prison

Dec 30, 2019

By Perry West

Women leaving prison can face numerous challenges – from finding housing and employment despite a criminal record to repairing relationships... Read more

Potters in New York handcraft bowls for the Catholic Charities Empty Bowls Luncheon. Courtesy photo.

A bowl of soup, and a chance for compassion

Dec 27, 2019

By Perry West

For nearly 15 years, a Catholic charity in south-central New York has sold ceramic bowls to raise both money for... Read more

"Christians are Networking" volunteers. Courtesy photo.

How these Virginia Catholics are helping the homeless find work 

Sep 26, 2019

By Perry West

A Catholic group in Arlington, Virginia, is committed to helping homeless people, along with others down on their luck, by... Read more

No injuries a ‘blessing’ after fire destroys Catholic Charities shelter in N.J. 

Aug 26, 2019

After a fire destroyed a Catholic Charities shelter in Paterson, New Jersey on Saturday, Catholic leaders are counting their blessings... Read more

Photo courtesy of the Center for Pollinators in Energy.

Catholic groups installing 5,000 solar panels in DC

Jul 23, 2019

By Christine Rousselle

Catholic organizations are installing 5,000 solar panels in a five-acre space in Washington, D.C., in what will become the largest... Read more

Catholic Charities defends serving teen trafficking victims without abortion

May 2, 2019

By Jonah McKeown

Catholic Charities of the East Bay (CCEB) in California is remaining firm in its conviction against referring teenage victims of... Read more

New York archdiocese opens new affordable housing

Apr 9, 2019

By Christine Rousselle

The St. Augustine Terrace, located in the Bronx, was formally opened on Monday, and was blessed by Cardinal Timothy Dolan.... Read more

Catholic Charities unveils plan to fight chronic homelessness in Southern Nevada

Feb 17, 2019

By Perry West

As part of a new nationwide program, Catholic Charities of Southern Nevada is hoping to reduce chronic homelessness in the... Read more

US Capitol building at night. Stock photo/Shutterstock

Amid shutdown, DC Catholic Charities aids furloughed workers

Jan 17, 2019

By Christine Rousselle

For three days, at a set time and location, any furloughed government worker or federal contractor is eligible to receive... Read more

Close up of the Amazon sign.

Amazon founder gives $15 million to Catholic Charities

Dec 5, 2018

Three Catholic charitable organizations were named as winners of $5 million grants from the charitable organization of Jeff and MacKenzie... Read more

Paradise Elementary School was damaged in the 2018 California fires.

As California fires continue to burn, Catholic Charities aids victims

Nov 13, 2018

By Jonah McKeown

As wildfires continue to burn throughout the state of California, local Catholic Charities agencies are working with agencies in neighboring... Read more

Catholic Charities is collecting airline miles to reunite refugee families

Sep 20, 2018

Catholic Charities USA has announced a new initiative to help refugees and people seeking asylum to reunite with their family... Read more

In Oregon, fewer refugees means changes for Catholic Charities

Sep 8, 2018

By Perry West

For some 70 years, Catholic Charities in Oregon has helped refugees settle into their new life – assisting with everything... Read more

How Catholic Charities is tackling California's housing crisis

Sep 2, 2018

By Perry West

Catholic Charities of Santa Clara has partnered with the local county to launch a shared housing program, connecting renters with... Read more

School supplies.

Catholic Charities school supply giveaway brings joy to Virginia families

Aug 28, 2018

For the third year in a row, Catholic Charities in the Diocese of Arlington, Virginia has given away free school... Read more

After 95 years, NY rules end Catholic adoption and foster services in Buffalo

Aug 27, 2018

Adoption and foster services through Catholic Charities of Buffalo are ending because state rules do not allow the agency to... Read more

Budget, finances.

Catholic Charities Oregon looks to expand financial wellness program

Aug 22, 2018

By Perry West

Catholic Charities Oregon is hoping to expand a program that offers financial classes and coaching for low-income workers in the... Read more