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Newcomer Network Provides Hope and Critical Services for Immigrants

By Catherine Lee Five years ago, as an immigrant traveling to the United States, “Liliana” was excited about starting a new life. Engaged to be married, she was looking forward to her wedding and having a...

by Kate Kennedy

January 3, 2022

Changing Course to Meet the Demands of a Global Pandemic

By Catherine Lee On a Friday afternoon this fall, Catholic Charities’ Scott Lewis watched as the driver of a truck...

by Kate Kennedy

December 28, 2021

Become a Shining Star on Our Angel Tree

By Maggie O’Neill All together now: Give! Children are eagerly awaiting Christmas. They are anticipating something special on that day: a special meal, a gift, a treat, a book to read, a game to play, something...

by Kate Kennedy

November 30, 2021

Child Development Center’s Barbara Lankster an Honoree at DC Action Awards

DC Action’s Fall Reception and Awards celebrates the contributions of D.C.’s young adults and District leaders who are making the...

by Alexandra Porben

October 22, 2021

Make a Difference this Fall and Winter by Becoming a Volunteer

With the completion of Summer, the volunteer office is gearing up for a busy Fall and Winter with new opportunities...

by Alexandra Porben

September 10, 2021

Deacon Candidates Spend the Summer in Service ‘Seeing God in Others’

Two men preparing to become permanent deacons in the Archdiocese of Washington are volunteering in summer service projects with Catholic Charities, one teaching English as a second language and the other serving dinner and hosting trivia...

by Kate Kennedy

August 26, 2021