WHAT:             

Annual Catholic Charities’ Refugee Appreciation Dinner

Event will feature an unforgettable evening of fine dining complemented by fashion from around the world, authentic international entertainment, singing and dancing, arts and crafts and outstanding door prizes and a silent auction.

WHERE:          

Sheraton Crescent Hotel Ballroom (NE corner of Dunlap and I-17)

2620 W. Dunlap Ave.

Phoenix, AZ 85021

WHEN:             

Saturday, May 30

6 p.m. – Social Hour

7 p.m. – Dinner and Entertainment

WHO:               

Tickets are available to the general public.

• $50 per person – premium seating
• $40 per person – general seating
• Tables of 10 are available

To RSVP for this event please contact Marisela Valentin at (602) 749.4423 or via email at mvalentin@cc-az.org. 

SPECIAL GUESTS:  Frank Camacho, Anchor/Reporter, Ch. 3 

WHY:                

Each year, more than 800 refugees are helped through Catholic Charities Refugee Resettlement Program.  A refugee is defined as a person who is unable to return to his or her country of origin because of a well-founded fear of persecution, based on their race, religion, membership in a particular social group or political opinion.

All proceeds will go to the Refugee Match Grant Program and be matched $2 to $1.  Funds from this account will assist participating refugees, until they are gainfully employed, with their financial burdens of rent, utilities, transportation to and from work, payment of prescriptions not covered by insurance, purchase of uniforms or safety equipment required for employment or other necessities not affordable. 

If you would like to donate, but are unable to attend the event please send a tax deductible contribution to:

Catholic Charities/Refugee Program

Attn: Calla Floyd

1825 W. Northern Ave.

Phoenix, AZ 85021

PHOTO/INTERVIEW OPPORTUNITIES:

• Speak with any of the culturally rich performers such as a Cuban pianist, Bhutanese folk dancer, Vietnamese Dragon dancer and more about how life has changed since fleeing their native country.

• Interview Joanne Morales, Director of Refugee Programs and learn how Catholic Charities assists individuals and families arriving in Arizona each day.

About Catholic Charities

Founded in 1933, Catholic Charities Community Services is one of Arizona’s oldest and largest nonprofit organizations which offers a diverse range of social services that strengthen families, protect and nurture children, and support people in crisis.  Catholic Charities serves people of all ages and faiths.  Last year, the charitable organization provided over 50 programs at 100 locations to nearly 200,000 people in central and northern Arizona.  Catholic Charities is a member organization of Catholic Charities USA which is the largest private network of social service organizations in the United States working to support families, reduce poverty, and build communities.  The organization is accredited by the Council on Accreditation of Children and Family Services.  To learn more about Catholic Charities visit: CatholicCharitiesAZ.org.

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