As we continued to serve during the second year of the pandemic, perseverance and resiliency became more important than ever.
Surges of COVID-19 meant juggling safety protocols and continually adapting the way we work to ensure services could be delivered safely, yet always compassionately, in order to affirm the dignity of those who come to us seeking help. Team members continued to show an unwavering dedication to serve our community by walking alongside each and every client on their path to permanent solutions.Despite the difficulties and uncertainties of our environment, there were many blessings for which we are grateful:
A Very Successful Arizona Gives Day
Once again, the community came through by donating toward our work on April 6, which is Arizona’s day to celebrate and support nonprofits across the state. We surpassed our $14,000 goal; you helped set a new AZ Gives Day record for Catholic Charities with donations of $15,880.
Amazing Gift from Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust
When I got a call from Piper Trust inviting our Board Chair and me to a face-to-face meeting, I got excited about the opportunity to share with them more about our work. It was beyond my wildest dream when the Trustees surprised us with a $4 million check. This unprecedented gift will allow the agency to touch more lives than ever before. Look for more information soon on all the ways this gift will make an impact.
Resettlement in Progress for Hundreds of
Afghanistan Refugees
As a contracted agency by the U.S. Health and Human Services’ Office of Refugee Resettlement, Catholic Charities was called upon to jump into action at a moment’s notice to help those families fleeing Afghanistan amid the Taliban’s takeover. These families left behind their homes, extended family members and friends, and all their belongings in the flash of a moment. Our dedicated, compassionate Refugee Resettlement Team worked with the government and other local agencies to ensure all those who arrived had places to stay, food to eat, employment opportunities, access to health care, education and most importantly, connections and assistance in starting a new life in a new country. We expect to continue resettling these families all the way through summer.
NEW Office Opens in Page, AZ
Catholic Charities serves individuals and families throughout seven counties. The needs in Northern Arizona continue to grow, particularly near the Navajo reservation. When our team was offered the use of a building in Page, they jumped at the chance to make it even easier for families in the area to reach out for help. Our new Page office provides case management, foster care support and family preservation programs to ensure the continuation of strong families.
These are but a few of the amazing blessings our agency received and was able to pass along to our community.
As we continue to navigate an uncertain world, one thing will remain: our commitment to improving the lives of individuals and families during their darkest hours. Whether homeless, hungry, scared, lost or preparing to start over, our team will be there, walking alongside them every step of the way. But as always, we cannot do it without your support. Thank you from all of us. We look forward to serving even more.
