Annie’s Home Welcomes New Leaders, Broader Cenacle Partnership
Kim Capista and key members of the Annie’s Home staff are partnering with Catholic Charities of Philadelphia to strengthen resources for pregnant moms seeking support.
For 41 Years, Catholic Charities’ Fran Swiacki Has Seen ‘God’s Face’
The Port Richmond native prepares for retirement after a long career serving at-risk adolescents and individuals with disabilities. The work has reinforced the values instilled by his parents and strengthened his Catholic faith.
New Film Promotes Urgent Need for Foster and Adoptive Families
The documentary “A Place to Belong” charts the work of Catholic Charities of Philadelphia and the transformative experience, and the “challenge and beauty” of caring for children in need.
Catholic Charities Appoints its First-Ever Chief HR Officer as Part of Efforts to Strengthen and Unify Programs in the Service of Mission
Catholic Charities of Philadelphia has appointed its first Chief Human Resources Officer as part of a broader effort to unify more than 40 programs and strengthen support for its 1,600 employees.
The Torch Passes: Bevenour, Kerrigan To Lead Key Initiatives with Catholic Charities
Their leadership, molded by the outgoing Amy Stoner, will touch the lives of countless Philadelphians.
Photos: 70th Catholic Charities Christmas Party Brings Smiles to 500 Children
Catholic Charities of Philadelphia hosted its 70th annual Archbishop’s Benefit for Children Christmas Party Dec. 9 at the Sheraton Philadelphia Downtown, continuing a tradition begun in 1955.
Archbishop Pérez Joins Catholic Charities Center for Holiday Celebration
Archbishop Nelson J. Pérez, joined by Auxiliary Bishops John J. McIntyre and Christopher R. Cooke, celebrated the season at the Community Center at Visitation in Kensington on Dec. 6, where families, supporters, and Catholic Charities leadership gathered for a festive performance by the symphonic ensemble Gaudemas.
Catholic Charities Set to Celebrate 70 Years of Joy at Annual Christmas Party
Catholic Charities of Philadelphia will host its annual Christmas party Dec. 9 at the Sheraton Philadelphia Downtown, welcoming 500 children with a live Nativity, performances and gifts continuing a tradition begun in 1955.
Amy Stoner’s Calling to Serve Will Continue Even in Retirement
The Catholic Charities of Philadelphia division director has touched countless lives in her 38 years uplifting the underserved through the Catholic Church.
Local Pantries See Soaring Demand for Food in Face of SNAP Cuts
Catholic parishes and agencies of Catholic Charities of Philadelphia are witnessing a 100% increase in people seeking food assistance in the wake of the federal government’s shutdown.

