July 2021 E-News

Catholic Charities' Head Start recently hosted a Recruitment and Intake Fair for new and returning families from June 23 -  July 12 at St. Mary of the Angels Head Start Center. The Recruitment and Intake Fair is for children six weeks through four years of age.

Anyone who missed their assigned date can register children on August 5–6.

All registration takes place at St. Mary of the Angels Head Start Center at 2225 Congress Street, New Orleans, LA 70117.

Schedule appointments in advance, by visiting here.

September 6

Office closed in observance of Labor Day.

September 19

ACCESS Jazz Brunch will take place Sunday, September 19 at Audubon Tea Room. For more information, visit here.

Gifts to the Archbishop Hannan Community Appeal (AHCA) raise crucial unrestricted funds that allow Catholic Charities to respond swiftly, effectively and compassionately in times of crisis or disaster.

THANK YOU to everyone who has made a gift to our 2020 Archbishop Hannan Community Appeal (AHCA) Campaign!

We are excited to announce Jacqueline and Renny Simno will serve as 2021 Archbishop Hannan Community Appeal (AHCA) chair couple!

Please keep them in prayer as they lead our AHCA fundraising efforts which benefit all Catholic Charities programs!

Gifts to the AHCA raise crucial unrestricted funds which support ALL Catholic Charities programs.

Your donation supports a local charity that best understands local needs. We serve the 8 civil parishes that make up the Archdiocese of New Orleans: Orleans, Jefferson, St. Tammany, St. Bernard, Plaquemines, St. Charles, St. John, and Washington parishes.

Help us in providing unrestricted funds that allow us to help our neighbors in need!

 CORNERSTONE:

Catholic Charities' Cornerstone Program is looking for mentor volunteers (especially male mentors).

 If you're interested in being a mentor or for more information, contact Kristina Gibson.

 ESL and FAMILY LITERACY:

Trainings to volunteer for ESL (English as a Second Language) and Family Literacy will be held virtually in July.

All volunteers must attend the Immigration and Refugee (IRS) training first. 

Volunteer by emailing Shannon Murphy  and for more information,visit here.

PACE Greater New Orleans celebrated Independence Day with a July 4 BBQ for residents!

PACE Greater New Orleans gives each participant the opportunity to socialize and get all their health care needs met in one location in the Greater New Orleans area with a holistic care plan designed especially for them. PACE services include in-home care, rehab programs, senior nutritional counseling, pastoral care, nursing care and free transportation to and from their place of residence and more

For more information about PACE, visit here or call 504-835-0006 or TOLL FREE at 833-726-3466.

Volunteer Services' SERVE Program 2021

Catholic Charities' summer SERVE (Students Engaging in Reflective Volunteer Experiences) program took place in June and July 2021.

Students had the opportunity to complete their required service hours while helping the community.  Students could volunteer at Food for Seniors, Giving Hope Pantry and Second Harvest.

Students enjoyed volunteering with Catholic Charities and helping the community at the same time!

DONATE TO AHCA

Donate to Archbishop Hannan Community Appeal (AHCA) and help Catholic Charities meet the needs of the community.