Join us by donating to our 2018 Christmas Appeal
As we enter the Christmas season, share the journey of hope!
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Whoever confers benefits will be amply enriched, and whoever refreshes others will be refreshed. -- Proverbs 11:25 |
Your generous support funds CCI programs that strengthen families, alleviate poverty, and instill hope for a brighter future for those we serve!
¡Su generoso apoyo financia los programas de CCI que fortalecen a las familias, alivian la pobreza e infunden esperanza para un futuro más brillante para todos aquellos a quienes servimos! |
Caitlin tells the story of moving from bad choices and chaos, to gaining control of all aspects of her life, thanks to Catholic Charities of Idaho:
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Caitlin* was born to a single mother many years ago in a small town in central Idaho. Before she turned ten, her mother let her drink alcohol. By the sixth grade her mother shared marijuana with her, followed a year later by cocaine. When Mom no longer wanted to share her supply of drugs, Caitlin got hooked on methamphetamines. She dropped out before graduating from high school and, by age 37, had a lengthy history of drug and alcohol use, dysfunctional relationships, and criminal behavior. After some serious charges and jail time, she ended up in a homeless shelter. Caitlin was also placed into the family court system because, by this time, she had a young daughter. Once a neglected child, Caitlin was now fighting not just for herself, but also for her own little girl.
At Catholic Charities, we believe in the goodness and wonder of childhood. By providence, Caitlin was referred to us for assistance with school tuition, so she could attend Idaho State University. We helped her with that, and more. Our Financial Wellness Coach helped Caitlin learn skills like money management, budgeting, how to set priorities, work on a schedule, and even how to organize her apartment! |
*Name has been changed to protect confidentiality
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Caitlin is now clean and sober, has two jobs, has paid off three huge medical bills, and is saving money. She is enrolled at ISU, thanks to our matching grant, studying to become a substance abuse specialist. And she is working with one of our professional counselors to heal from past trauma.
But here’s the real Christmas story: Caitlin is also working to secure custody of and to create a proper home for her daughter, because she knows what a responsible parent needs to do; and because she believes in the goodness of hope.
And nothing – absolutely nothing – is more important than hope.
Will you be a beacon of hope by making a gift to Catholic Charities? Your gift can:
No matter how large or small your contribution, your gift will make a difference. YOU can be family, friend, and support to neighbors like Nancy.
The needs of many in our community are great and resources limited. Your prayerful support and financial assistance are an essential part of the Church's ministry of love and service. Through our annual Christmas appeal, please join us in our mission.
- help heal a broken family,
- offer support to a teenager suffering with depression,
- provide a mentor for a struggling student,
- make financial wellness and self-sufficiency attainable
- provide an immigration consultation for a qualified immigrant, and
- ensure that in times of crisis, there is someone who really cares and listens, that can help.
No matter how large or small your contribution, your gift will make a difference. YOU can be family, friend, and support to neighbors like Nancy.
The needs of many in our community are great and resources limited. Your prayerful support and financial assistance are an essential part of the Church's ministry of love and service. Through our annual Christmas appeal, please join us in our mission.
