Strengthened by Hope: End of Year Appeal
As we approach the end of 2024, we at Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend reflect on the countless lives touched by the generosity of our community. Throughout this year, we have seen the people we serve strengthened by hope, thanks to your prayers and support.
As we serve others as Christ calls us to do, Catholic Charities empowers individuals and families on their journey toward self-sufficiency and well-being. Through our work with clients, and your support, our team illuminates the path forward, offering guidance, resources, and a helping hand to those in need.
We see hope in the eyes of a single mother finally securing stable housing, the newfound confidence of a young man obtaining a better job to overcome homelessness, the resiliency of a refugee building a new life, and the joy of a senior citizen as they learn new life skills to thrive. Your contributions directly translate into tangible moments of hope in the lives of countless individuals within our community.
$1,250 Provides a Scholarship for an Individual to Attend a Thrive Life Skills Class
$500 Provides a month of counseling
$250 Provides job training for low income parents
$100 Helps a low-income buy groceries for a week
$50 Gives a baby diapers and wipes
$25 Gives a child a warm coat
Your Donation Makes a Difference
At Catholic Charities, we believe that every person deserves the opportunity to thrive. Your prayers and financial support fuel our mission, enabling us to provide critical services in Fiscal Year 2023-2024:
4,000 individuals receiving emergency assistance for food, shelter, and clothing
95% of employable refugees found work in 6 months
370 students and 13 schools receiving our counseling services
180,000+ pounds of food given out at our food pantries
153 homeless individuals found stable housing
Will You Help Strengthen Hope for Someone in Need?
As we enter the Christmas season, consider making a life-changing contribution to Catholic Charities. Your gift will empower us to continue extending a hand-up, not a handout, to those in need. With your support, we can strengthen the path toward a hope-filled future for countless individuals and families within our community.
Together, let us build a community strengthened by hope.
Sincerely,
Dan Florin
CEO of Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend