When Brittany’s husband became seriously ill and could no longer work, their family’s routine changed overnight. The steady rhythm of work and home life was replaced with doctor visits, new responsibilities, and difficult decisions. With six children depending on them, the pressure was immediate and real. Brittany picked up a second job, doing everything she...
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...
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...
Catholic Charities West Virginia is pleased to announce that it has received a generous donation of $2,500 from the Enterprise Mobility Foundation™. The donation will support the SNAP Outreach and Enrollment Program, which plays a crucial role in assisting individuals and families in need to access the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). “We are deeply...
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...
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...
Jeremy and his wife found themselves struggling to keep food on the table for their family of five when Jeremy’s hours were cut back at work. While his income had slowed, the bills did not. Medical issues did not slow, the family car still needed gas, and the kids still needed to eat. Catholic Charities...