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Paths to Hope Breakfast a success

“There was hardly a dry eye in the room,” noted one guest. Darrin had just finished sharing how Catholic Charities Community Services changed his life and those of his three young sons. The crowd of 400 rose to their feet for a standing ovation. It was a fitting end to agency’s inaugural Paths to Hope Breakfast held May 10 at the Pointe Hilton Tapatio Cliffs Resort. The event has raised $97,404 and pledges continue to come in. Read the rest of entry »

Volunteers needed to provide free tax help to those in need

Catholic Charities Community Services is seeking volunteers in Phoenix, the Quad Cities and Cottonwood to help low-moderate to moderate-income families and individuals to receive their maximum return, including the federal earned income tax credit. Training and materials provided. Read the rest of entry »

DIGNITY program receives $5,000 grant from Cox Charities

Catholic Charities received a $5,000 grant from Cox Charities to help fund its DIGNITY Immersion Theatre Experience. The Immersion will create greater awareness about trafficking and the way its victims are forced to live.The event is free and scheduled for spring 2012. Read the rest of entry »

Teens sought for free leadership program

North Star is seeking teens who want to make a difference to participate in Teens Taking Action. The program provides teens the opportunity to create positive change within their schools and communities through skill-building and leadership training. All teens are encouraged to apply. Read the rest of entry »

Volunteers needed to provide tax help to those in need

Catholic Charities Community Services is seeking volunteers in Phoenix, the Quad Cities and Cottonwood to help low-moderate to moderate-income families and individuals with free tax preparation. No experience necessary. Training and materials provided. Read the rest of entry »

North Star Youth Partnership sponsors Let’s Talk Month to prevent teen pregnancy

Catholic Charities North StarYouth Partnership offers free parent workshops and tips to improve communication about important issues, including waiting to have sex. Read the rest of entry »

Capobres joins Catholic Charities as VP of Business Development

Steve Capobres recently joined Catholic Charities Community Services as vice president of business development. Capobres oversees the agency’s marketing, development, housing and social entrepreneurial a efforts. Read the rest of entry »

Catholic Sun: Catholic Charities diverts solar savings to social service

From the Catholic Sun:
Catholic Charities Community Services received a $50,000 grant from the Governor's Office of Energy Policy to install solar equipment at its corporate offices. The energy cost savings from the new system will further fund the agency's mission of helping the community's most vulnerable.

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Catholic Charities diverts solar savings to social service

Catholic Charities Community Services received a $50,000 grant from the Governor's Office of Energy Policy to install solar equipment at its corporate offices. The energy cost savings from the new system will further fund the agency’s mission of helping the community’s most vulnerable. Read the rest of entry »

Catholic Charities Paths of HOPE program receives national recognition

Catholic Charities Community Services received the 2011 Catholic Charities USA Family Strengthening Award for its outstanding work to reduce poverty and strengthen families and communities through its Paths of HOPE program. Agency receives $25,000 for its program. Read the rest of entry »