Join us on May 5 to ‘Do More’

| By Alex Schauffler
Categories: Community Outreach, Feature, Food Assistance, Fundraising, Giving, Homeless Services, Volunteering
Since this crisis began, we consistently hear one thing from members of the entire Catholic Charities community: “I want to do more.” Our supporters, many of whom have been forced to shelter in their homes, feel helpless knowing how this emergency is endangering the already vulnerable populations we serve. Our staff, many of whom are …

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Food is Love

| By Alex Schauffler
Categories: Community Outreach, Feature, Food Assistance
They say the way to a person’s heart is through their stomach. At Catholic Charities, this is absolutely true. We know that a warm meal can fill the heart in addition to the stomach. Not only does food nourish our bodies, but it provides a sense of community as we break bread with our families …

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Emerging Philanthropists: Mentoring Those In Need

| By Alex Schauffler
Categories: Community Outreach, Emerging Philanthropists, Feature, Giving, Volunteering
Now that you’ve met Alex, Bryan, and the rest of the Enzler Society officers, learn a little more about the positive impact they’re having on the participants in the Youth Transitional Program and why their work is so important. Khalil, a resident of Catholic Charities’ Youth Transitional Program (YTP), lacked self-confidence. When Enzler Society members …

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Meet the Enzler Society: Bryan Petrich

| By Alex Schauffler
Categories: Community Outreach, Emerging Philanthropists, Feature, Giving, Volunteering
This is the last in the series of profiles of officers in the Enzler Society, a group of young professionals and emerging philanthropists who support the mission of Catholic Charities through volunteerism and networking. Bryan Petrich, networking chair Hometown: Evergreen, Co.  Occupation: Strategic Communications Professional How long have you served with the Enzler Society? Two …

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