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The Reason Behind: Why Serve Immigrants
By: Marissa Flores Madden A few months ago, I received a phone call from an individual interested in the work we do at Family Immigration Services. He was a lifelong Catholic who wanted to promote the work of Catholic Charities.…
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Making the Mission: The Vital Role of Volunteers
By Chelle Smith-Vandergriff A natural part of human development is the innate desire to seek purpose – to find meaning in life. For Catholics, the search for individual fulfillment is influenced by the universality of our shared values and guided…
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“Strength in Community: Supporting Families Facing Hardship.”
By: Tessa McIntyre *MaryAnn, unable to work due to illness, couldn’t afford the prescription medicine she needed. With bills piling up, she turned to a predatory lender for a quick loan. What seemed like a temporary fix quickly became unmanageable,…
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Nourishing Hope: The Crucial Role of Supporting Food Pantries
By Chelsea Robbing Within all communities, amidst wealth and prosperity, there exists a stark reality for many individuals and families: food insecurity. This widespread issue affects millions globally, including within our own neighborhoods. As the Director of Health and Nutrition…
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Empowering Refugee Youth: A Spotlight on Catholic Charities’ Programs for International Youth Day
By Amber Kemp Catholic Charities of Central and Northern Missouri (CCCNMO) enrolls approximately 50 elementary and middle-school-aged refugee children each year in the Mentoring All Refugee Kids (MARK) program. This youth mentoring and academic support program, provided in partnership with…
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Planting seeds while growing community
By Chelsea Robbins and Diane Elam Community gardens have long been recognized for their multifaceted benefits, from fostering a sense of community to providing fresh produce and promoting environmental sustainability. We at Catholic Charities have taken this concept to heart…
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