On November 24, 2025, the Interfaith Thanksgiving Service at Saint Raphael the Archangel Catholic Church became more than a gathering of shared gratitude. It became a moment of collective action, focused recognition, and tangible hope for families across Wake County through support of Centro para Familias Hispanas, a program of Catholic Charities. Clergy, congregations, and community members from multiple faith traditions gathered in a spirit of unity, demonstrating that compassion transcends denominations and beliefs. The… Read More
A national spotlight was placed on the growing hunger crisis affecting families across central and eastern North Carolina as Good Morning America featured the work of Catholic Charities food pantries on ABC Nov. 21. Catholic Charities CEO Lisa Perkins was interviewed by GMA correspondent Faith Abubey, bringing much-needed attention to the growing number of neighbors who seek help each day. Watch the story. Contributions from parishioners and neighbors make it possible for Catholic Charities to… Read More
This week, many families in our community experienced fear and uncertainty. Catholic Charities saw fewer families able to visit food pantry locations, not because their need decreased, but because fear kept them from leaving their homes. No family should have to choose between their safety and feeding their children. The current immigration system is complex, difficult to navigate, and often leaves families in prolonged periods of uncertainty. Through our Immigration Legal Services program, this is… Read More
After more than a year of planning, design, and preparation, Catholic Charities is proud to officially launch the Savor Food Truck, a new social enterprise that blends great food with an even greater mission. Savor brings to life the spirit of Catholic Charities by providing help and creating hope in a fresh and flavorful way. The food truck will serve delicious, crowd-pleasing meals across the Triangle while generating funding to support mobile food pantries that… Read More
Family, friends, volunteers, and partners recently gathered to celebrate a new beginning for a grandmother and her six grandchildren. A long journey filled with challenges has now resulted in a new home for the Abonza family, made possible by their resilience, determination, and the support of their community. At the house blessing and key passing ceremony, joy and gratitude were overflowing. As Emilie Hart, Regional Director for Catholic Charities, reflected, “I met Grandma Teresa about… Read More
On Thursday, September 11, more than 65 supporters gathered at the Harrelson Center in Wilmington for the inaugural Rise and Dine Breakfast, benefitting the Nourishing Our Neighbors Campaign. The event raised over $25,000 to support efforts to expand access to healthy food across the Cape Fear region. The morning began with fellowship, prayer, and words of gratitude for the many community partners who made the event possible. Guests heard powerful stories from Catholic Charities staff… Read More
On Thursday, August 14, Catholic Charities hosted its 8th annual fundraiser with the Durham Bulls, once again combining baseball with community support for neighbors in need. The warm August evening, with temperatures climbing into the upper 80s before cooling into the mid-70s, provided a classic summer setting at Durham Bulls Athletic Park. The Bulls fell 7–2 to the Nashville Sounds, but the loss on the field did not overshadow the success in the stands from… Read More
On Friday, July 11, Catholic Charities staff and volunteers hosted a disaster response distribution event at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church in Graham, NC. Over the course of the afternoon, 30 families, representing more than 150 individuals, received essential supplies and support to help them recover from recent flooding in the area. Families were welcomed between 4:00 and 5:30 p.m. and participated in a brief intake interview to share how they had been impacted. This information… Read More
Since its founding in 1998, Centro La Comunidad, a program of Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Raleigh, has been a beacon of hope and support for the Spanish-speaking community in Alamance County. As Catholic Charities works to consolidate and strengthen its core services across Central and Eastern North Carolina, Centro La Comunidad will close on August 28, 2025. While this marks the end of a meaningful chapter, it is also an opportunity to reflect… Read More
On Thursday, May 8, 2025, Catholic Charities USA President and CEO Kerry Alys Robinson released the following statement congratulating Pope Leo XIV, the first American pope: Today we join with the global Catholic Church and people of good will throughout the United States and around the world in congratulating and praying for Pope Leo XIV as he begins his papacy. Guided by the Holy Spirit, the College of Cardinals has chosen a pontiff who, true to… Read More
