Bethany Durham

Catholic Charities Foster Care and Adoption Programs helps families in Central and Northern Arizona become licensed and help provide safe and loving homes for children. Staff assist individuals and married couples throughout the licensing process and beyond.

Back in 2017, David and Marley had no idea that a test of their love and faith would bring an unexpected blessing. Shortly before their wedding, David was diagnosed with leukemia. Treatment would result in infertility for David, but their main priority was his health.

In 2009, David started a new life. He moved across the country to Arizona to help his mom’s family move. Sadly, David didn’t get the fresh start he was expecting.

Catholic Charities’ affordable housing communities, developed by Housing for Hope, provide more than just a roof over residents’ heads. Afterschool programs, financial and computer training classes, events, and community resources create an environment where people thrive and discover a sense of belonging.

Loving unconditionally may be a struggle for humans, but it comes naturally to animals. Animals view love as something all living beings deserve rather than an earned privilege.