A volunteer’s voice: A visible mission
by Kristen Hasse, Messiah College student and Alternative Spring Break volunteer Serving with Catholic Charities this past week was an amazing experience! All of the programs that my group and I had the opportunity to [...]
A new weapon in the fight to curb violence in Brooklyn
The power of on-the-street violence intervention will soon be amplified in Baltimore's Brooklyn-Curtis Bay community. Catholic Charities has been approved to operate a second Safe Streets location, after proven success in Sandtown-Winchester. Safe Streets Brooklyn [...]
WYPR’s Out of the Block podcast features Christopher Place Employment Academy
One man spent more than half his life in prison. Another fled his country to avoid religious persecution and ended up on the street. One was left to live alone at age 12. One relapsed [...]
Seeking someone diligent, friendly, reliable? Inquire within.
by Kathy Clemente and Brian Trees, Gallagher Services The recent labor market report shows that there are more open jobs than people being hired. Since the report came during Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month, we wondered: [...]
The Stoop Storytelling Series partners with CC-MD for event on mental illness
What is behind the persistent stigma of mental illness and mental health care? Catholic Charities is partnering with several other organizations and the Stoop Storytelling Series to present "Out of Stigma’s Shadow: True, personal stories [...]
A high-energy night brings hundreds to support Our Daily Bread Employment Center
Maybe you were there for the rum tastings, fresh cigars, and dancing. Maybe you were attracted by the incredible food from some of Maryland's best restaurants and chefs. Or perhaps you just enjoy a lively [...]