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‘Do More’ for Your Community on May 18 and Support Our Food Pantry

The surge in inflation has brought about a serious need for food security. Even though the impact of the COVID-19 health crisis is lessening, the number of people requesting food has remained heightened as inflation pushes...
by Foster Dennin
May 11, 2022

Responding When the Immigration Crisis Comes to Us

This “Voices” column originally was published in the Catholic Standard and El Pregonero. By Msgr. John J. Enzler You may...
by Kate Kennedy
May 3, 2022

‘Thank you for helping to make our evolution possible’

President and CEO Msgr. John J. Enzler delivered these remarks at the 2022 Catholic Charities Gala on April 9 at the Marriott Marquis. Looking out at this room, I realize just how much I’ve missed being...
by Foster Dennin
April 26, 2022

Caritas! Honorees Recognized at the 2022 Catholic Charities DC Gala

Our volunteers always say “yes” to those in need of a helping hand. During this National Volunteer Month, we are...
by Alexandra Porben
April 21, 2022

Expressing Their Faith by Giving to Catholic Charities

By Catherine Lee While serving food at a Catholic Charities breakfast for the homeless, Marcia Shooshan met a man named...
by Kate Kennedy
January 21, 2022

Behavioral Health Services Respond as Demand for Mental Health Help Increases

By Catherine Lee Alexis Daye and Karen Ostlie Members of a Catholic Charities spirituality and recovery group recently published a newsletter called “The Anchor Spirit to Thrive in Troubled Times.” Unable to meet in person last...
by Kate Kennedy
January 6, 2022

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...
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:...
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