Recently, Catholic Charities West Virginia participated in the first-ever Hampshire County Community Round Table—an event born out of a shared hope between local leaders: If we build it, they will come. That hope became a reality. Organized by Sherri Unger, Service Specialist at Catholic Charities West Virginia, and Tanya, Director of the Family Support Center...
When George, a 74-year-old gentleman living alone, was referred to Catholic Charities West Virginia’s Hospital Transition Program by a hospital social worker, he was facing multiple challenges—recovering from a stroke, struggling with food insecurity, mounting utility bills, and limited mobility. From the moment Sister Jen met George in his hospital room, she found him warm...
At 63 years old, Ms.T and her longtime partner had already weathered more than their fair share of storms—literally. In April 2024, a powerful tornado destroyed their mobile home, leaving them with nothing. Thanks to support from FEMA and WV VOAD, they were able to rebuild a small, one-bedroom cinderblock house—a place of peace and...
The Turner family came to Catholic Charities West Virginia during a time of significant challenge. Like many families working hard to make ends meet, they were navigating delays in receiving their SNAP benefits while also contending with barriers to accessing utility services due to previous outstanding balances. Recognizing their determination and commitment to creating a...
On September 27, 2024, the winds of Hurricane Helene swept through Mercer County, leaving behind a trail of destruction—and a call to compassion. For Mark, whose home of more than 30 years was struck by a falling tree, the storm marked the beginning of a long and uncertain road to recovery. What began with homeowner’s...
A woman named Leigh came to our office in Romney carrying a heavy burden — a high electricity termination notice that threatened her comfort and stability. But behind that one bill was a much deeper story of perseverance and hope. Leigh had recently returned to work after being seriously injured in a car accident. During...
At Catholic Charities West Virginia, we believe that service is not only a gift we give to others—it is a path to growth, purpose, and connection with Christ. For Andrew Tiu, a third-year pre-med student at West Virginia University, volunteering at our Grace Shelter in Morgantown has been exactly that. Originally from Wheeling and a...
Guided by God’s love and our call to serve, Catholic Charities West Virginia (CCWVa) is expanding its reach in Huntington with a new initiative to support kinship caregivers. On April 10, 2025, we will officially launch our Relatives as Parents Program (RAPP)—a compassionate, community-based program designed to strengthen families and uplift those stepping into the...
At Catholic Charities West Virginia, our volunteers are the heart of our mission. Whether they are feeding the hungry, connecting neighbors to vital services, or offering a kind word, their compassion brings hope to communities in every corner of the Mountain State. “I’ve been blessed so much, and I want to give back,” shared Paula...
As our Outreach office was preparing to close for the evening before Thanksgiving, an older couple approached with their young grandson. Their faces showed worry and exhaustion. They had been caring for him for months, doing their best to provide a stable home, but their fixed income was stretched thin. While many families were planning...