Catholic Charities West Virginia is thrilled to announce that Quenton “Q” Northcraft, a dedicated and extraordinary volunteer, will be honored with a 2024 Governor’s Service Award. This prestigious accolade recognizes his outstanding contributions to the Wheeling community. On Thursday, June 13th, Q Northcraft will be celebrated at the annual Governor’s Service Awards dinner held at...
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Catholic Charities Receives Significant Donation from Supporter Edward Klash
Catholic Charities West Virginia (CCWVa) received a donation in the amount of $89,080 from donor, Edward Klash, which will be used for CCWVa’s Hospitality House in Wheeling. Edward Klash, a long-time resident of Weirton and dedicated electrician at Weirton Steel Company, has left a remarkable legacy of generosity following his passing. Mr. Klash, an alumnus...
John’s Journey Home
In the heart of Parkersburg, a resilient soul named John Landon, at the age of 64, faced homelessness for seven long years. Battling fatigue and the overwhelming stress of life on the streets, John decided it was time to seek a path to change. He turned to Catholic Charities in Parkersburg, and was able to...
Walmart Foundation Boosts CCWVa’s SNAP Outreach Program, Aiding Thousands in Need
Catholic Charities West Virginia and their Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Outreach Program (SNAP) are grateful to the Walmart Foundation for their generous grant, facilitated via Catholic Charities USA. During the fiscal year 2024, The Walmart Foundation contributed $41,000 to support their local SNAP outreach and enrollment efforts, advancing their mission of aiding West Virginia’s most vulnerable...
Catholic Charities Announces 2024 Charity in Action Award Honorees in Huntington
Catholic Charities West Virginia (CCWVa) announced the recipients of its 2024 Charity in Action Award in Huntington: Carol Bailey, Rory Chapman, and Teresa and Jim Jeffrey. “Our Charity in Action Award honors charitable persons and groups for their devotion to the service of others,” stated CCWVa President & CEO, Mark Phillips. “Our honorees have shown...
Harvesting Halloween Joy: CCWVa’s Relatives as Parents Program Unites Caregivers and Kids for a Spooktacular Celebration
This October, our Relatives as Parents Program held a Halloween party, bringing together costumed kids and caregivers over pizza. “It was a fun time for parents and kids to get together and celebrate the holiday,” said Diana Bell, Catholic Charities West Virginia (CCWVa) Assistant Chief Program Officer. CCWVa’s Relatives as Parents Program (RAPP) serves families...
Catholic Charities West Virginia Helps Flood Victims Rebuild Their Homes and Lives Through Disaster Recovery Services
In the spring and summer of 2022, West Virginia experienced four flood events spanning nine counties, resulting in over 800 reports of damage to homes and bridges. Unfortunately, these individual flood events did not meet the federal threshold for assistance from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), leaving the burden of recovery and rebuilding on...
SNAP: A Vital Support for Many West Virginians
The pressing issue of food insecurity affects one in seven West Virginians, encompassing more than 256,000 individuals, spanning across both adults and children. The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) plays a crucial role as a federally-funded safety net that reaches out to our fellow community members in need. SNAP provides food benefits to individuals and...
27th Annual Catholic Charities Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser: Come Together for a Worthy Cause
It’s that time of the year again – the time when hearts and plates unite to make a difference in our community. Catholic Charities West Virginia is thrilled to invite you to our much-awaited annual Catholic Charities Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser, a heartwarming event dedicated to supporting those in need. Mark your calendars for this special...
Promise’s Journey: From Ugandan Refugee to U.S. Citizen
We celebrate World Refugee Day on June 20th to draw attention to the plight of the millions of refugees who have been forcibly displaced from their homes due to various forms of conflict, violence, and persecution. Catholic Charities West Virginia (CCWVa) champions a clear message of compassion and solidarity for refugees, and we have the...