Children visiting the Spokane Farmers Market learn about healthy eating habits courtesy of KERNEL, a Catholic Charities of Eastern Washington program. Dedicated volunteers share a lesson and craft, then kids pick out a fruit or vegetable from the market. bit.ly/3SaPDub

New homes, fresh starts! Catholic Charities partnered with The Blessing Board & Massaro Construction to help families furnish their homes. Thank you for making a difference!

Jim Towey of @5wishesorg joins CCUSA President and CEO Kerry Alys Robinson and Kim Smolik of LeadershipRoundtable on the latest episode of the Catholic Leaders Podcast to talk about Mother Teresa's profound impact on his life and his views on leadership and service. bit.ly/3WuNmg8

TUNE IN: Jim Towey of @5wishesorg joins Kerry Alys Robinson of CCUSA and Kim Smolik of LeadershipRoundtable to discuss the leadership and spirituality of Mother Teresa on a new episode of the Catholic Leaders Podcast. Listen now! thecatholicleaderspodcast.fireside.fm/s2jim

A bipartisan bill to expand the Child Tax Credit passed the House and will be brought to the Senate floor this week. Voice your support for low-income working families — urge your senators to support the Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act! bit.ly/3ybqKIb

Across the country, Catholic Charities agencies are one of the largest providers of affordable housing for families, seniors, veterans and others. Because housing is a human right, and everyone deserves a place to call home. go.wearethere.us/4b7CXeh #WeAreThere

LISTEN NOW: Sr. Carol Zinn Sisters Saint Joseph joins Kerry Alys Robinson of CCUSA and Kim Smolik on a new episode of the Catholic Leaders Podcast to discuss her vocation and leadership. Listen, subscribe and share! #catholicwomen #catholicpodcasts #catholicsisters thecatholicleaderspodcast.fireside.fm/s2carol

Now a tropical storm, Debby is crawling across the Southeast, bringing torrential rain, flooding and devastation. Please give to our disaster response teams, which provide water, food and other emergency supplies in the storm’s wake. bit.ly/3LVR10b

Answering the call to "go out and serve," volunteers with @ccfortworth program provided more than 63,000 affordable rides — to medical appointments, work, the grocery story — to folks in need last year. For volunteers and clients, it's not just a ride: bit.ly/3WvlZkH

Many of our neighbors struggle to meet their families’ basic needs — sufficient food, safe housing, critical mental health care. Catholic Charities agencies, in communities nationwide, offer a hand-up when life gets hard. Join us today. go.wearethere.us/4b7CXeh #WeAreThere

With a heart for service, Sr. Roseanna and Sr. Joyce answered the call to aid asylum seekers. As they made cupcakes and sandwiches for those arriving at Catholic Charities Diocese of Laredo, they said, “God is with us in everything we do.” Watch the video: bit.ly/4co9ehM

After 21 years of dedicated service as the CEO of Catholic Charities San Bernardino and Riverside Counties, Ken Sawa has retired, and the non-profit faith-based organization has named its new leader, Tim Ney of San Diego. Read the story here: bit.ly/4fPEFVk

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City is bringing more affordable housing to its neighbors with the construction of Caritas Casitas. The village of 12 efficiency units will promote a spirit of community and provide privacy for residents. bit.ly/3WTZlmk

Congratulations to Lisa Perkins, CEO of Catholic Charities, the 2024 recipient of the CCUSA Management Excellence Award! Lisa's innovative leadership and commitment to her staff and her agency's clients are a model for the entire Catholic Charities network. bit.ly/4dQBtXk

We are incredibly proud of Lisa for receiving this recognition by Catholic Charities USA! She has been a tremendous leader for the agency over the past 16 years and we look forward to her continued guidance as we provide help and create hope for our neighbors!

The Catholic Charities network, in addition to working to meet the immediate and long-term needs of those experiencing homelessness, also works to find practical solutions to rising rates of homelessness. Learn more about our advocacy via The Catholic Spirit: thecatholicspirit.com/news/local-new…

The start of the school year can bring new adventures — and some anxiety — for kids heading back to class. Mental health counselors from Catholic Charities have nine tips for parents helping their children navigate the back-to-school jitters. bit.ly/3T9pahc

The substance use crisis has devastated communities. This #OverdoseAwarenessWeek, see how Catholic Charities is working to prevent overdose deaths and to raise awareness of substance use disorder. #TogetherWeCan #EndOverdose bit.ly/3XoyXlL

This Labor Day, may we reflect on the dignity of work, and may this holiday give us all a renewed focus on the call to pray, work and advocate for protections that allow all laborers to thrive.

Today Catholics celebrate the feast of Saint Teresa of Calcutta, our inspiring and beloved saint. Curious about Mother Teresa? Tune into this Catholic Leaders Podcast episode with Jim Towey, her friend and advisor, to hear the profound lessons she shared: bit.ly/3z5aNDK