The Women’s Conference, Mujer Preparate, was held on Saturday, May 2nd from 1–5 PM, and welcomed 150 Latina women from across the region into a curated space filled with soft pink tones, fresh flowers, and a warm sense of unity. Many of the participants were wearing their best business casual as staff, volunteers, and speakers all wore white, creating a bright and uplifting atmosphere for the day. Hosted by Centro para Familias Hispanas, Mujer Preparate para el Exito (Women, Get Ready for Success) is a conference that seeks to empower… Read More
Service begins when someone chooses to show up for a neighbor. Across central and eastern North Carolina, Catholic Charities volunteers make that choice every day. They sort food, assist after disasters, offer a welcoming presence to immigrant families, and help meet local needs that look different from one community to the next. Their service is practical, personal, and deeply meaningful. “Volunteers are the heart of our mission,” said Jazzmin Wainright, Office Manager in the New Bern regional office. “Every volunteer brings something unique to our work, but they all share… Read More
Matthew 25:35: “For I was hungry and you gave me something to eat, I was thirsty and you gave me something to drink, I was a stranger and you invited me in.” Catholic Parish Outreach (CPO) is a place that welcomes and serves our neighbors in need four days a week, year after year. They share a space with our Immigration Legal Services as well as the Centro para Familias Hispanas (CpFH) program, and every so often they are a magnificent third space for the community to gather over a roasted pig. What started 14 years ago as an opportunity to show folks the inner engine of the fine-tuned machine that CPO is, has turned into a full-on fest in… Read More
Every day in Wilmington, people wake up carrying the weight of homelessness, an experience defined not only by the absence of shelter, but by the constant struggle to maintain dignity. According to the most recent point of data count, the Cape Fear Continuum of Care estimates that 506 individuals experience homelessness in Wilmington, with 53% being unsheltered (CoC – Homeless Data | Cape Fear Council of Governments). The Catholic Charities Cape Fear Regional Office, all too aware of the need within their community, decided to think outside the box to… Read More
Nestled in North Raleigh, just minutes from RDU Airport, sits a beloved local gem: Westgate Wine. Known for its extensive selection of wines and spirits, Westgate Wine also hosts regular tastings. With a heart for the community and a desire to give, Westgate Wine generously welcomed Catholic Charities Diocese of Raleigh for our first ever Gather to Nourish: Hope Uncorked wine tasting event. On Friday, March 27, 2026, community members came together for an evening that blended fellowship, compassion, and exceptional wine, all in support of the Catholic Charities Nourishing… Read More
For many older adults across the New Bern region, aging at home is more than just keeping to familiar routines. It is about staying in a place where each wall tells their story, and they maintain independence and dignity. As physical needs change, that independence can begin to slip away. A step becomes difficult to climb. A bathroom is no longer safe to navigate. An HVAC unit falls into disrepair. Without the ability to make necessary repairs and accommodations, a home that once offered comfort and stability can begin to… Read More
For most high schools around the country, volunteering is a requirement to graduate, and an important opportunity for students to see their community through different eyes. For the Durham Community Food Pantry (DCFP), youth volunteers are valued visitors, from Duke students to high schoolers from surrounding schools. Highlighted this quarter is our growing partnership with the Cristo Rey Research Triangle High School (CRRTHS). As part of Cristo Rey’s Corporate Work Study Program, students spend part of their school week supporting DCFP’s operations; bringing energy, reliability, and a commitment to service… Read More
Catholic Charities works every day to ease the burdens of poverty. Through the close collaboration between food pantries, case management, and partner organizations, our staff and volunteers work every day to fulfill our mission of reducing poverty. This combination is critical because no single step can resolve the deeper challenges faced by individuals living with undiagnosed chronic illness or ongoing health concerns. That is why Centro para Familias Hispanas (CpFH) is proud of its partnership with Catholic Parish Outreach Food Pantry and WakeMed’s Mobile Health Clinic. Twice a month, the… Read More
Catholic Charities is committed to standing with communities in every season—during blue‑sky days, when the focus is on preparedness and long‑term resilience, and through gray‑sky periods, when storms are approaching, unfolding, or their immediate aftermath is felt. Collaboration is essential in all of this work, and in disaster response Catholic Charities is privileged to partner with local organizations, contractors, and government agencies. Additionally, collaboration includes important funding opportunities to keep the work moving. In January, Director of Disaster Services, Daniel Altenau, received the wonderous news that Catholic Charities was a… Read More
Our regional offices’ tireless work to assist our neighbors in need takes a festive turn as the holiday season arrived. A number of Catholic Charities regional offices announce their Wrapped with Love (WwL) applications for families, and they are filled almost instantly. Wrapped with Love is a Christmas initiative that provides new toys and essential supplies to families, helping ensure that every child can experience the joy of Christmas. Our 2025 participating locations included Greenville, Raleigh, Durham, Fayetteville and Wilmington. In the weeks leading up to the event in late… Read More
