For many Mercer County residents, the personal care pantry at Catholic Charities West Virginia’s Princeton office provides a vital connection to cleaning and hygiene supplies. Some of our neighbors have little to no disposable income after they pay rent and bills, and they rely on SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) benefits for food. They struggle...
When Sarah’s health began to decline, it quickly affected every part of her life. She had to leave her job due to ongoing illness and found work as a housekeeper so she could continue supporting her family. As a single mother of two, she balanced caring for her children with managing a serious medical condition...
For Mr. B., home is more than a place to live. Tucked into the hills of Wyoming County, it is a reflection of his family’s history, sacrifice, and love. Originally built in 1975 by his uncle as a small store, the structure was later transformed into a home through the hard work and dedication of...
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...
When a nine-year-old girl grew worried for her family, she turned to someone she trusted, Hannah Cooper. Hannah is a volunteer at the local girls’ dance company and also serves as a Service Specialist with Catholic Charities West Virginia. Hannah reached out to the child’s 86-year-old great-grandmother, Sandra, who leads their four-generation household. Their electricity...
Catholic Charities West Virginia (CCWVa) announced its 2025 Charity in Action Awards in Beckley will honor six dedicated Beckley Outreach Center volunteers. CCWVa will recognize the honorees at its Charity in Action Awards Luncheon on Tuesday, October 14, at the Historic Black Knight in Beckley, West Virginia from 11:30 a.m to 1 p.m. “Our Charity...
Catholic Charities West Virginia (CCWVa) is proud to announce the launch of its “Together for West Virginia” fundraising and awareness campaign, running from May 20 through June 20, 2025, culminating on West Virginia Day. The campaign aims to unite communities around a shared mission: to reduce poverty and strengthen the dignity of every West Virginian....
Catholic Charities West Virginia (CCWVa) is proud to announce it has received a generous grant from Catholic Charities USA to support outreach and disaster case management efforts for individuals and families affected by Hurricane Helene, primarily in Mercer County, with outreach extending to surrounding areas. This grant enables Catholic Charities West Virginia to deepen its...
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...
Catholic Charities West Virginia has worked to ensure that people who can’t come to our traditional food pantry can still keep their kitchen stocked. Staff and volunteers at Catholic Charities Loaves & Fishes Outreach Center deliver 10-12 food bags each week to individuals with physical disabilities or extenuating circumstances that make a visit to the...