Read Executive Director Deacon Rick Birkel and Board Chair Alma Ouanesisouk Trinidad’s message in the Catholic Sentinel here.
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A Message from Catholic Charities' Executive Director
Dear Catholic Charities of Oregon family, As the COVID-19 pandemic unfolds, Catholic Charities of Oregon remains a steadfast ally for our clients, staff, and volunteers. Since our founding in 1933, our organization has supported those in need through their most trying times to find stability and hope. Even now, we continue to serve our community and…
A Message of Care and Concern Regarding COVID-19
Catholic Charities continues to closely monitor the rapid spread and effects of the Coronavirus, COVID-19. In keeping with our mission, we are focused on ensuring the safety and well-being of the most vulnerable in our community, including the elderly, people with disabilities, and those with immune-suppressant health conditions. They are at the highest risk of…
The Challenge of Homelessness in Oregon - What's to be done?
As a leader in the community, Catholic Charities’ long-standing work and expertise in serving those experiencing homelessness led to a partnership with John Gould, Doug Walta, Steve Schell and Tuck Wilson. The diverse group of professionals came together to gather research and best practices over two years to produce their new report, The Challenge of…
Refugee resettlement in the NW corner of the U.S.: “An honor and a privilege”
This post originally appeared on USCCB’s Faces of Migration blog.
I've Been Called a Lot of Things...But Never an Angel
John Herrera is the director of the Immigration Legal Services program at Catholic Charities. He gave these remarks at a Christmas party hosted by friends of Catholic Charities.
Catholic Charities Christmas Wish List
You can help bring a merry Christmas to families in need by purchasing a gift or two for families in need. Use the link below to access a list of badly needed items.
How to Make the Most Out of Your Year-End Giving
As year-end approaches, remember your gifts to Catholic Charities of Oregon are tax deductible. We are a registered 501(c)(3) organization that is publicly supported. This means that if you itemize your deductions on your tax return, you will be able to offset your taxable income for every dollar of your gift.
Deacon Rick Birkel Asks for Support as Germaine's Cafe Launches to Serve Critical Needs
As Catholic Charities prepares to launch Germaine’s Cafe, Executive Director Rick Birkel asks for the community to rally behind a project that promises to expand professional opportunities for men and women experiencing disabilities. His piece, including an overview of Germaine’s Cafe and what a food service business would look like at Catholic Charities, can be…