Cheers on and off the golf course at Prestonwood Country Club in Cary as golfers and volunteers gathered for the 6th Annual Drive Out Hunger Golf Outing. The golf tournament continues to grow each year with some great prizes for participants. But it’s not the top prize that’s drawing more and more golfers to the tournament yearly. “It doesn’t matter who wins. Everyone who came out is a winner, everyone is helping to support our cause.” said Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Raleigh CEO Lisa Perkins. She added, the… Read More
Four years after Hurricane Florence, many are still struggling with housing instability. In Wilmington, Aaron Etheridge lost his home and struggled to find resources that would get him back inside. Damage from the storm caused his roof to collapse and rendered the house unlivable. While he searched for ways to get back into his home, he spent many nights in his car or at a friend’s house. It was an uncomfortable situation made worse by the fact that his rebuild was outside the capabilities of nonprofits in the area. “My… Read More
In July 2023, 54 children had the time of their lives at the Pequeños Gigantes Summer Camp organized by Centro para Familias Hispanas, a program of Catholic Charities. Packed with exciting activities such as karate, art, music, and outdoor playtime, this summer camp left an indelible mark on the children’s lives. The week-long adventure culminated in a stage presentation that brought joy and pride to both the children and their parents. One of the highlights of the summer camp was the karate sessions, where the children learned discipline, self-defense, and… Read More
The Catholic Charities Immigration Legal Services Program helps individuals improve their immigration status and navigate the complicated network of processes and paperwork. In most cases, these individuals have already made many difficult decisions coming to the United States and feel overwhelmed by the immigration process. In addition, moving to a new country leaves many immigrants isolated and vulnerable. Dilcia Martinez, a native of Honduras, came to Catholic Charities in March 2006, requesting information about the U-Visa process for victims of serious crimes. Martinez and her children were assaulted at gunpoint… Read More
Staff and volunteers at the Durham Community Food Pantry take great pride in the volunteer cultivated garden located in the back of the pantry. Ask Suzan Perry, Master Gardner and DCFP volunteer, about the garden and watch her beaming smile as she talks about everything that is currently in season and almost ready to be harvested. Suzan started the garden three years ago with only a small, wild space, and a dream of providing the freshest produce possible to the pantry’s clients. When asked why she started the garden she… Read More
Food insecurity is often accompanied by other issues which exacerbate the challenges individuals are facing. The Healthy Opportunities Pilot, or HOP for short, is a new holistic approach undertaken by the NC Department of Health and Human Services to address shortcomings in housing, food, transportation, and interpersonal safety and toxic stress. This program is designed to help struggling, high-needs Medicaid enrollees by providing non-medical interventions to improve health outcomes. Many of the enrolled individuals have been referred to the Tar River Regional Office by Access East, the organization responsible for… Read More
Staff Spotlight: Sue Williams In the heart of Durham, North Carolina, Catholic Charities is making a significant impact on the lives of individuals and families in need. At the forefront of this regional office is Sue Williams, the Program Director of the Durham Community Food Pantry. Since joining Catholic Charities in December 2022, Sue has brought her passion, experience, and unwavering dedication to providing help and creating hope for the community. Before her role at the food pantry, Sue worked in social services in New York, gaining valuable experience in… Read More
The Durham Bulls demonstrated their commitment to the community by partnering with Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Raleigh. In a generous initiative, the Bulls pledged to donate a portion of every ticket sold through a dedicated Catholic Charities link to the organization’s Durham Community Food Pantry (DCFP). On Friday, June 23, 2023, the Durham Bulls prepared to face off against the Syracuse Mets in a highly anticipated match. However, Mother Nature had different plans for the event, as a passing thunderstorm and accompanying drenching downpour delayed the game by… Read More
In a cheering display of community support, the Fayetteville Woodpeckers baseball team recently partnered with Catholic Charities, with a portion of each ticket purchased by Catholic Charities supporters donated to the Fayetteville Regional office. The event took place on Thursday, June 15 at Segra Stadium in downtown Fayetteville, where a closely contested match unfolded. The Woodpeckers emerged victorious with a final score of 4-3 over the Columbia Fireflies. The charitable initiative served as a remarkable example of how sports and philanthropy can come together to make a positive impact on… Read More
This April, Catholic Charities staff took an extra moment to thank the volunteers who are critical to making Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Raleigh the best Catholic Charities in the country! National Volunteer Week was celebrated during the week of April 16-22 and provided a special opportunity to highlight the countless hours of service that volunteers dedicate to our community. In her letter to volunteers, Lisa Perkins, CEO, praised the impact volunteers make by saying, “Last year, you were part of a team of 750 volunteers contributing over 34,690… Read More
