When Hurricane Helene swept through their West Virginia community, one family never expected the storm’s impact to last more than a year. Strong winds sent a neighbor’s tree crashing through their roof, leaving their home exposed and unsafe. In an instant, a place of comfort became a source of stress and uncertainty. The family of...
When a young couple found themselves living out of their car, the dream of a safe, stable home felt just out of reach. An opportunity to move into an apartment finally opened the door, but like so many families facing housing insecurity, the upfront costs of a security deposit and first month’s rent stood in...
By: Micah Underwood, Grant Manager at CCWVa What’s in the name? If you’ve ever wondered why we’re called Catholic Charities West Virginia (or some variation of that question), this post is for you. What’s with the Catholic part? you might think. (Keep reading for the answer.) Or maybe Do you have to be Catholic to...
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...
When Dan called our Romney office, he was overwhelmed and unsure where to turn. Practically overnight, his life had changed dramatically, and he’d been granted full custody of his five young children. While he worked full-time and had a steady income, the sudden increase in responsibilities, coupled with recent family challenges, had quickly drained his...
By: Micah Underwood, Grant Manager at CCWVa Do you want to advocate for your neighbors in need, but you’re not sure how to start? Are you worried people are going to ask questions you can’t answer? What is homelessness? Are all homeless people on drugs? How do people end up homeless? Are any or all...
Catholic Charities West Virginia (CCWVa) is thrilled to announce the return of its annual Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser. The event takes place on Sunday, Sept. 21, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Neighborhood Center on 18th Street in Wheeling, W.Va. Tickets are $12 each. Dine-in and carry-out options are available. Tickets are on sale...
By: Micah Underwood, Grant Manager, Catholic Charities West Virginia You care about your community. Throughout your life, you’ll likely support many causes that matter to you. With planned giving, you have an opportunity to make an impact beyond your lifetime—to leave a legacy for generations to come. Planned giving—another term for legacy or estate giving—simply...
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...