Msgr. Enzler Honored as Community Leader of the Year

| By Will Espinoza
Categories: Feature
Catholic Charities President and CEO Msgr. John J. Enzler was honored with the Community Leader of the Year Award on Nov. 22 by the Catholic Business Network of Montgomery County. The award was presented by Jay Long, Catholic Business Network president, and host Eileen Whelan of WJLA, at a gala that raised money for Catholic …

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What Inspires You to Pay it Forward?

| By Tara Arras
Categories: Feature, Fundraising, Giving, Volunteering
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As I reflect on the past several months and prepare for the holiday season, I’m mindful of the many times that I have felt the warmth of kindness or the “high-five effect” of accomplishment through collaboration. My awareness of the needs in our community is heightened, and my desire to work together with others who …

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Virtual Food Drive: Be the Reason We are Able to Feed Our Hungry Neighbors

| By Will Espinoza
Categories: Community Outreach, Feature, Giving
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Imagine for a moment that you are an immigrant to this country, trying to build a better life for you and your family. You work hard, sometimes at multiple jobs just to support your family’s most basic needs. To further improve your life and to increase your chances of securing a job that pays even …

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Beth Veihmeyer: Giving Back as a Calling

| By Alex Schauffler
Categories: Feature, Homeless Services, Volunteering
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As the season of giving quickly approaches, Catholic Charities DC is so fortunate to be supported by an incredible community of people dedicated to helping those in need. Throughout the month, we will feature some of our amazing volunteers and donors in this space as a way to give thanks for giving back. Theodor Geisel, …

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Lou Christopher Takes Over Leadership of Catholic Charities’ President’s Council

| By Will Espinoza
Categories: Feature
As 2019 draws to a close, Catholic Charities announces that Lou Christopher, vice chairman of CBRE, is the incoming chair of the agency’s President’s Council. Christopher replaces Lulu Gonella of LGW Consulting, who is completing her year-long term. As the outgoing chair, Gonella was an exemplary leader, focusing her efforts on increasing volunteerism among the …

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