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In Memory of Mary Anne Clancy, Former Board Chair
The Catholic Charities community is saddened by the loss of a dear friend, Mary Anne Clancy. She is being remembered as a stalwart supporter of Catholic Charities, having served as chair of the Board of Directors...
by Kate Kennedy
March 10, 2021
Virtual Food Drive Raises Money This Lent to Feed the Hungry
As we mark the beginning of Lent, we reflect on the blessings we have and are encouraged to focus on...
by Alexandra Porben
February 26, 2021
Financial Mentor Helps Clients Make an Investment in Their Futures
“It’s a real sense of accompaniment.” That’s how David Burkey, CPA, describes his experience volunteering with the Financial Stability Network. A co-worker encouraged the 28-year-old audit manager at KPMG to join the network in 2016, shortly...
by bbdeveloper
February 24, 2021
New Principal Looks Forward to Reuniting Kennedy School Community
Catholic Charities is proud to announce that Cheryll James, Ph.D., a dedicated educator, has been promoted to the role of...
by bbdeveloper
February 19, 2021
83.33 Society Welcomes Father Mark Ivany as Chaplain
A friend to many Catholic young professionals in the D.C. area, Father Mark Ivany was excited to learn about the...
by Kate Kennedy
February 9, 2021
Caring for the Soul by Caring for the Mind
A rendering of Anchor Mental Health drawn by a client. Catholic Charities’ Behavioral Health Services supports and empowers vulnerable adults struggling with mental illness, guiding them on their road to self-sufficiency. Conditions like substance abuse and...
by bbdeveloper
February 4, 2021
Mental Health Workers Serve on Front Line of the Pandemic
Since the start of the pandemic, we have heard so many stories of heroism from health care workers who are...
by bbdeveloper
February 1, 2021
Creating a Legacy of Impact
Joe Dempsey stood tall in the vast parking lot, signaling to hundreds of cars as they snaked their way to...
by Kate Kennedy
January 25, 2021
‘I need a miracle every day’
By Stephanie Lennon If you are a fan of the band The Grateful Dead, you will recognize that phrase as...
by Kate Kennedy
January 19, 2021
Thank You From Catholic Charities
Caring for those who are struggling and in need — regardless of their background, belief or circumstance — is what...
by Will Espinoza
January 12, 2021