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83.33 Society Celebrates Fifth Anniversary

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Almost 100 Catholic Charities supporters gathered for a celebration of the fifth anniversary of the 83.33 Society, a group of professionals and families that support the agency through volunteer work, gifts and networking. A cocktail reception included remarks from President and CEO Jim Malloy, Board of Directors Chair John Veihmeyer and 83.33 Society Chairs Chris and Michelle Connolly. 83.33 Society founding members Matt Carroccio and Caitlin Chalke were recognized, and Bahar and Philip Caulfield were introduced as the new chairs of the society. The gathering of next-generation supporters of Catholic Charities was also attended by members of the Enzler Society, group of younger adults who use volunteer service and community networking to raise awareness of the agency. Enzler Society chairs Margaret Crilley and Alex Gangitano were recognized for their contributions in leading the group. (Photos by Chris Williams)

President and CEO Jim Malloy welcomed members of the 83.33 Society and Enzler Society to the reception. The vision for the 83.33 Society, Malloy said, “has been realized, and it’s something to be proud of.”
“We firmly believe it’s our duty to give back to the community,” said Chris Connolly, who with his wife, Michelle, serves as a 83.33 Society co-chair. He challenged members to help Catholic Charities grow the society and extend its presence in Prince George’s County and Southern Maryland.
Board Chair John Veihmeyer thanked the 83.33 Society’s Executive Committee for its energy, passion and commitment in serving the society and Catholic Charities. “We talk a lot at Catholic Charities about sustainability… That comes down to the next generation. You embody everything we talk about.”
Caitlin Chalke and Matt Carroccio were recognized for their roles in helping to create the 83.33 Society in 2019. From its start with two couples, the society has grown to include 140 families and individuals.
Margaret Crilley and Alex Gangitano were recognized for their leadership of the Enzler Society.
Father Mark Ivany, director of priest vocations for The Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Washington, also serves as chaplain for the 83.33 Society.
Bahar and Philip Caulfield will become chairs of he 83.33 Society in June 2024.
President and CEO Jim Malloy welcomed members of the 83.33 Society and Enzler Society to the reception. The vision for the 83.33 Society, Malloy said, “has been realized, and it’s something to be proud of.”
“We firmly believe it’s our duty to give back to the community,” said Chris Connolly, who with his wife, Michelle, serves as a 83.33 Society co-chair. He challenged members to help Catholic Charities grow the society and extend its presence in Prince George’s County and Southern Maryland.
Board Chair John Veihmeyer thanked the 83.33 Society’s Executive Committee for its energy, passion and commitment in serving the society and Catholic Charities. “We talk a lot at Catholic Charities about sustainability… That comes down to the next generation. You embody everything we talk about.”
Caitlin Chalke and Matt Carroccio were recognized for their roles in helping to create the 83.33 Society in 2019. From its start with two couples, the society has grown to include 140 families and individuals.
Margaret Crilley and Alex Gangitano were recognized for their leadership of the Enzler Society.
Father Mark Ivany, director of priest vocations for The Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Washington, also serves as chaplain for the 83.33 Society.
Bahar and Philip Caulfield will become chairs of he 83.33 Society in June 2024.
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