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Pope Francis Filled Our Hearts
Pope Francis visited Catholic Charities during his 2015 visit to Washington, D.C. Msgr. John Enzler wrote this column after Pope Francis met with staff members and clients on Sept. 24, 2015. My head is still spinning...
by Msgr. John Enzler
April 21, 2025
Catholic Charities Presents Seven Exceptional Volunteers with Caritas! Honors
Seven Catholic Charities volunteers were honored for their extraordinary commitment and contribution to the work of Catholic Charities at the...
by Alexandra Porben
April 14, 2025
Health Care Network Provides Life-Changing Treatment for the Uninsured
For years, while living in Honduras, Pablo Ramos was a familiar figure in his town, serving as mayor for more than a decade and helping to bring safe drinking water to villages in the area. Known...
by Catherine Lee
February 19, 2025
Working Alongside Clients to Help Them Achieve their Financial Goals
At Mulumba House in Washington, D.C.’s Shaw neighborhood, Daniel Kinard talks about the challenges of returning to the city where...
by Catherine Lee
January 24, 2025
Helping to Change Lives in Ward 7 and 8 One Scholarship at a Time
With a team of social workers and graduate students, Catholic Charities’ Compass program helps residents of Wards 7 and 8...
by Alexandra Porben
January 8, 2025
Giving Back after a Life of Fulfillment
Sharlene Hardy was a proud graduate of Catholic Charities’ Kennedy School, where she completed her studies in 1976. Her time at the school, which serves young people with developmental differences, nurtured her passion for music and...
by Foster Dennin
January 8, 2025
Teaming up with High Schools to Provide More Service Opportunities
By Catherine Lee Wearing disposable gloves, Storee Denson struggled to open a thin plastic bag at a food-bagging table outside...
by Catherine Lee
December 15, 2024
Embracing Life Beyond the Finish Line
Running always has been a reliable outlet for Keith Vasser, allowing him to focus and strive toward his goals. On...
by Foster Dennin
October 28, 2024
Empowering Individuals Through Language Education
For Nathalia Marcano, Catholic Charities’ English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) program was an avenue to continue to grow...
by Foster Dennin
July 12, 2024
Indoor Choice Food Pantry Opens in Montgomery County
The Catholic Charities Center in Montgomery County opened its Choice Food Pantry on July 9, bringing much-needed relief to families...
by Foster Dennin
July 9, 2024