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
Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Raleigh is proud to announce the public launch of its Nourishing Our Neighbors Campaign. With more than 80% of its $6 million goal already raised through lead donor commitments, the campaign is poised to significantly transform the way families across central and eastern North Carolina access nutritious food. Every day, families in urban, rural, and remote communities throughout the Catholic Charities 54-county service area face hunger and difficult choices. For many, the nearest grocery store is miles away, and transportation barriers make healthy food… Read More
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 service reflected a shared commitment to justice, dignity, and care for neighbors, creating a powerful… Read More
Catholic Charities welcomed current and former board members and key donors on November 19, 2025, for a special gathering to bless and launch Savor, the new social enterprise created to strengthen funding for mobile food pantry services throughout central and eastern North Carolina. The evening began with a special blessing from the Very Reverend Michael Burbeck, Vicar General of the Diocese of Raleigh and a scripture reading by Board Member Melissa Yeazel that set a calm and thoughtful tone for the evening. Jim Baker, Co-Chair of the Nourishing Our Neighbors… Read More
