Winifred “Winnie” Hoots of Prescott has been named Volunteer of the Year by Catholic Charities Community Services. She will be presented the 2012 Helen Shea Service Award at the agency’s Paths to Hope Breakfast on May 10 held at the Pointe Hilton Tapatio Cliffs Resort and emceed by Arizona Cardinals President Michael Bidwill. The breakfast is free, but reservations are required by May 1, drodgers@cc-az.org or 602.650.4827.
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Catholic Charities has completed 609 free tax returns totaling more $1,071,448 in federal and state refunds, including $450,123 in earned income tax credit. Catholic Charities is an IRS-certified Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program provider and is providing free tax preparation through April 15. To schedule a free appointment, contact:
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Arizona Cardinals President Michael Bidwill emcees Catholic Charities Community Services’ inaugural Paths to Hope breakfast on Thursday, May 10 at the Pointe Hilton Tapatio Cliffs Resort. The breakfast is free, but reservations are required by April 23. Contact Donna Rodgers to register,
drodgers@cc-az.org or 602.650.4827.
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Catholic Charities is providing free tax preparation for low- to moderate-income families and individuals. The agency’s goal is to help those in need receive their maximum return, including the federal earned income tax credit. Volunteers are IRS-certified. Locations throughout Central and Northern Arizona.
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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.
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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.
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Year-end gift to Catholic Charities can qualify for the Arizona State charitable tax credit--up to $400 per married couple filing jointly; $200, single head of household. Can give online thru midnight Dec. 31 and still qualify,
CatholicCharitiesAZ.org/taxcredit.
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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.
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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.
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Catholic Charities North StarYouth Partnership offers free parent workshops and tips to improve communication about important issues, including waiting to have sex.
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