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Today CCEW echos the long-standing words of the US Catholic Conference of Bishops and prays for racial equity in our country. Link in bio.

Today CCEW echos the long-standing words of the US Catholic Conference of Bishops and prays for racial equity in our country. Link in bio.

Pioneer Square hosted a "Savvy Saving Seniors' Steps to Avoid Scams" seminar from the National Council on Aging. People of all ages attended and learned valuable information on how to protect themselves and others from scams and how to recognize and report them.

Pioneer Square hosted a "Savvy Saving Seniors' Steps to Avoid Scams" seminar from the National Council on Aging. People of all ages attended and learned valuable information on how to protect themselves and others from scams and how to recognize and report them.

Celebrating the amazing accomplishments of six Gonzaga Family Haven residents who earned diplomas this week! So proud of their determination and hard work!

Celebrating the amazing accomplishments of six Gonzaga Family Haven residents who earned diplomas this week! So proud of their determination and hard work!

Cathedral Plaza residents planted starts that our Food For All program grew for them in the green house. They enjoyed planting and then treated the residents to lunch, serving cauliflower vegetable curry with fresh radishes on toasted bread.

Cathedral Plaza residents planted starts that our Food For All program grew for them in the green house. They enjoyed planting and then treated the residents to lunch, serving cauliflower vegetable curry with fresh radishes on toasted bread.

North Central WA Community Foundation recently awarded grant funding to the Brewster Food Bank, sponsored by CCEW. The Foundation held a community acknowledgement last week and met with volunteers and community members. Pictured is Dave Burdick, our chief volunteer at the Brewster Food Bank and Scott Cooper, VP Mission at CCEW.

North Central WA Community Foundation recently awarded grant funding to the Brewster Food Bank, sponsored by CCEW. The Foundation held a community acknowledgement last week and met with volunteers and community members. Pictured is Dave Burdick, our chief volunteer at the Brewster Food Bank and Scott Cooper, VP Mission at CCEW.

Our Food For All program will be mailing out SFMNP (SENIOR FARMERS MARKET NUTRITION PROGRAM) cards and wait list letters to applicants in early July. Thank you.

Our Food For All program will be mailing out SFMNP (SENIOR FARMERS MARKET NUTRITION PROGRAM) cards and wait list letters to applicants in early July. Thank you.

The Pullman Community Action Food Bank donated 12 crates of milk to our Pioneer Square housing community, which was enough for all the residents to have 1-2 gallons each! As always, we are so grateful for our community partners!

The Pullman Community Action Food Bank donated 12 crates of milk to our Pioneer Square housing community, which was enough for all the residents to have 1-2 gallons each! As always, we are so grateful for our community partners!

St. Margaret’s Shelter is in great need of a variety of Hygiene products for the families. Please see list below:

Feel free to drop off your donated items at 101 E Hartson Spokane WA, Monday-Saturday from 9:00 am - 6:00 pm. Thank you in advance for your consideration!

NEEDS:
Full/Family size Shampoo & Conditioners
Lotion
Deodorant
Body Wash - any size
Sunscreen
Diaper Rash Cream
Toothpaste
Toothbrushes
Razors
Feminine hygiene products

St. Margaret’s Shelter is in great need of a variety of Hygiene products for the families. Please see list below:

Feel free to drop off your donated items at 101 E Hartson Spokane WA, Monday-Saturday from 9:00 am - 6:00 pm. Thank you in advance for your consideration!

NEEDS:
Full/Family size Shampoo & Conditioners
Lotion
Deodorant
Body Wash - any size
Sunscreen
Diaper Rash Cream
Toothpaste
Toothbrushes
Razors
Feminine hygiene products

Pentecost Sunday:

“Come, Holy Spirit, fill the hearts of the People of God. Create in us a new heart, a heart that will be attentive to injustice and all that oppresses our brothers and sisters. Open our minds so we can be guided by your spirit to discern the path we must follow to advance justice and to act wisely while we are on pilgrimage. Amen.”

Pentecost Sunday:

“Come, Holy Spirit, fill the hearts of the People of God. Create in us a new heart, a heart that will be attentive to injustice and all that oppresses our brothers and sisters. Open our minds so we can be guided by your spirit to discern the path we must follow to advance justice and to act wisely while we are on pilgrimage. Amen.”

Catholic Charities would like to send our great appreciation to Governor Ferguson and our state legislators and supporters who advocated so strongly for including Rising Strong in the governor’s biennium budget.

Rising Strong is a holistic, family-centered shelter program offering on-site outpatient drug treatment, mental health services and life skills coaching -- supporting the whole family staying together as a family unit while they begin to recover from substance misuse, heal from trauma and rebuild their lives.

This critical funding will allow us to continue two more years of offering life-changing programming to families in our community.

Watch our video: Link in bio.

To learn more, please contact:
info.risingstrong@cceasternwa.org

Catholic Charities would like to send our great appreciation to Governor Ferguson and our state legislators and supporters who advocated so strongly for including Rising Strong in the governor’s biennium budget.

Rising Strong is a holistic, family-centered shelter program offering on-site outpatient drug treatment, mental health services and life skills coaching -- supporting the whole family staying together as a family unit while they begin to recover from substance misuse, heal from trauma and rebuild their lives.

This critical funding will allow us to continue two more years of offering life-changing programming to families in our community.

Watch our video: Link in bio.

To learn more, please contact:
info.risingstrong@cceasternwa.org

Please be aware that we are no longer accepting applications for the 2025 Senior Farmers Market Program, as we have received more applications than cards. Please look for the application on our website in April 2026. Thank you.

Please be aware that we are no longer accepting applications for the 2025 Senior Farmers Market Program, as we have received more applications than cards. Please look for the application on our website in April 2026. Thank you.

Liz from the St. Mary Parish Quilter's group in Spokane Valley dropped by our CC Family Services Center last week and presented us with beautiful handmade quilts. These quilts will find their way to Colville, WA and help welcome our families at our newly opened housing community, Dominican Sisters Haven. Thank you for sharing your talent and love of quilting with our community!

Liz is pictured here with Lisa Green, VP Family Support Services.

Liz from the St. Mary Parish Quilter's group in Spokane Valley dropped by our CC Family Services Center last week and presented us with beautiful handmade quilts. These quilts will find their way to Colville, WA and help welcome our families at our newly opened housing community, Dominican Sisters Haven. Thank you for sharing your talent and love of quilting with our community!

Liz is pictured here with Lisa Green, VP Family Support Services.

Parishes and schools are counting donations made during Lent for CRS Rice Bowl and turning those in. 75% of those donations go to support hunger and nutrition programs around the world through Catholic Relief Services. This story from Laos illustrates in a simple but profound way how our contributions turn into life-changing meals in faraway lands. Link in bio.

Parishes and schools are counting donations made during Lent for CRS Rice Bowl and turning those in. 75% of those donations go to support hunger and nutrition programs around the world through Catholic Relief Services. This story from Laos illustrates in a simple but profound way how our contributions turn into life-changing meals in faraway lands. Link in bio.

Deacon John Ruscheinsky & Bishop Emeritus William Skylstad in the chapel at House of Charity, Tuesday, May 20th, before a memorial service attended by staff, volunteers and patrons to remember 5 patrons who’ve passed away in the past year.

Deacon John Ruscheinsky & Bishop Emeritus William Skylstad in the chapel at House of Charity, Tuesday, May 20th, before a memorial service attended by staff, volunteers and patrons to remember 5 patrons who’ve passed away in the past year.

CATHOLIC CHARITIES AND SALISH SCHOOL OF SPOKANE LAND TRANSFER CEREMONY:
Organizational leaders, school children, dignitaries and well-wishers gathered on the banks of the Spokane River last Thursday, May 21 to acknowledge and celebrate the land gift agreement between Catholic Charities Eastern Washington (CCEW) and @salishschoolofspokane (SSOS). The agreement will give the Salish school permanent ownership of the land along the Spokane River where their new school facilities and Cultural Recreational Community Center will be built. CCEW will be building a 72-unit River Family Haven community as well.

The emotional and momentous ceremony included a smudging of the land, a blessing, songs from the Salish School students and a blanketing ceremony. Presenters included LaRae Wiley, Executive Director SSOS, Randall Schleuffer, Board Chair SSOS, Rob McCann, CEO CCEW, and Chris Parkin, Principal SSOS.

This project will break ground in February 2026. If you are interested in supporting this amazing work, please contact annmarie.byrd@cceasternwa.org or LaRae Wiley at larae@salishschoolofspokane.org.

CATHOLIC CHARITIES AND SALISH SCHOOL OF SPOKANE LAND TRANSFER CEREMONY:
Organizational leaders, school children, dignitaries and well-wishers gathered on the banks of the Spokane River last Thursday, May 21 to acknowledge and celebrate the land gift agreement between Catholic Charities Eastern Washington (CCEW) and @salishschoolofspokane (SSOS). The agreement will give the Salish school permanent ownership of the land along the Spokane River where their new school facilities and Cultural Recreational Community Center will be built. CCEW will be building a 72-unit River Family Haven community as well.

The emotional and momentous ceremony included a smudging of the land, a blessing, songs from the Salish School students and a blanketing ceremony. Presenters included LaRae Wiley, Executive Director SSOS, Randall Schleuffer, Board Chair SSOS, Rob McCann, CEO CCEW, and Chris Parkin, Principal SSOS.

This project will break ground in February 2026. If you are interested in supporting this amazing work, please contact annmarie.byrd@cceasternwa.org or LaRae Wiley at larae@salishschoolofspokane.org.

Thank you to our partners at KSPS and our CCEW Academic Success Coordinator Matt Braatz for bringing a six-week preschool reading program to the families at Gonzaga Family Haven! Each week included dinner, reading and fun activities! Thank you KSPS for all you do to promote early childhood education!

Thank you to our partners at KSPS and our CCEW Academic Success Coordinator Matt Braatz for bringing a six-week preschool reading program to the families at Gonzaga Family Haven! Each week included dinner, reading and fun activities! Thank you KSPS for all you do to promote early childhood education!

A generous donation from our Food For All program was made to Fairchild Food Pantry to support the military members and their families at Fairchild Air Force Base. This program continues to fulfill one of our 4 core values of Collaboration!

A generous donation from our Food For All program was made to Fairchild Food Pantry to support the military members and their families at Fairchild Air Force Base. This program continues to fulfill one of our 4 core values of Collaboration!

Thank you to our Mission Gala Partners! We appreciate your support of our annual event! Architecture All Forms, Baker Construction, Corner Booth Media, National Color Graphics, Northwest Trends and Wells Fargo.

Thank you to our Mission Gala Partners! We appreciate your support of our annual event! Architecture All Forms, Baker Construction, Corner Booth Media, National Color Graphics, Northwest Trends and Wells Fargo.

Thank you to our Bronze Gala Partners! We so appreciate your support of our annual event! Catholic Housing Ventures, @gonzaga_prep, @gonzagau, @kaiseraluminum and Firepower.

Thank you to our Bronze Gala Partners! We so appreciate your support of our annual event! Catholic Housing Ventures, @gonzaga_prep, @gonzagau, @kaiseraluminum and Firepower.

Thank you to our Gala Gold Partners! We appreciate your amazing support! Alliant Insurance Services, @banner_bank, Inland Group, @providenceeasternwa and @watrustbank!

Thank you to our Gala Gold Partners! We appreciate your amazing support! Alliant Insurance Services, @banner_bank, Inland Group, @providenceeasternwa and @watrustbank!

Thank you to our Gala Silver Partner, @PaineHamblenPS! We greatly appreciate your support Matt and Mack!

Thank you to our Gala Silver Partner, @PaineHamblenPS! We greatly appreciate your support Matt and Mack!

Thank you to our Gala Platinum Partners! @buildwithgarco and @sds.realty.inc. Your support is an incredible tribute to our long-time partnerships! Thank you, Clancy, Tim, Jamie, Steve & Tresa!

Thank you to our Gala Platinum Partners! @buildwithgarco and @sds.realty.inc. Your support is an incredible tribute to our long-time partnerships! Thank you, Clancy, Tim, Jamie, Steve & Tresa!

CCEW is incredibly grateful for our 2025 GALA Partners! We start the week by thanking our Signature Partner @express_employment_spokane!! We appreciate you Ira, Susan & Beverly!

CCEW is incredibly grateful for our 2025 GALA Partners! We start the week by thanking our Signature Partner @express_employment_spokane!! We appreciate you Ira, Susan & Beverly!

CCEW team members hosted a Mother's Day Tea with cupcakes and a Pop-up shop for Mother Teresa Haven and Sisters Haven residents. The first 15 mothers in the door received a purse filled with wonderful beauty products provided by @project_beauty_share. The pop-up shop included assorted items and purses from The Ladies of Quail Ridge of Spirit Lake Idaho. We also received wonderful donations of clothes from our Family Services Center and Frontier Behavioral Health. All the mothers were provided with apples from the Zilch delivery @secondharvest.

What an incredible show of partnership and collaboration for our mothers! Thank you all!

CCEW team members hosted a Mother's Day Tea with cupcakes and a Pop-up shop for Mother Teresa Haven and Sisters Haven residents. The first 15 mothers in the door received a purse filled with wonderful beauty products provided by @project_beauty_share. The pop-up shop included assorted items and purses from The Ladies of Quail Ridge of Spirit Lake Idaho. We also received wonderful donations of clothes from our Family Services Center and Frontier Behavioral Health. All the mothers were provided with apples from the Zilch delivery @secondharvest.

What an incredible show of partnership and collaboration for our mothers! Thank you all!

Using her culinary expertise, Irina, from our Food For All program, made a delicious salad for the residents of Jacklin Family Haven and Donna Hanson Haven. This spring recipe is the perfect recipe to spring to have by itself or to spruce up a dinner. Bon Appetit!

Using her culinary expertise, Irina, from our Food For All program, made a delicious salad for the residents of Jacklin Family Haven and Donna Hanson Haven. This spring recipe is the perfect recipe to spring to have by itself or to spruce up a dinner. Bon Appetit!

Thank you to our @gonzaga_prep volunteers who helped us celebrate Mother's Day at Gonzaga Family Haven!

Thank you to our @gonzaga_prep volunteers who helped us celebrate Mother's Day at Gonzaga Family Haven!

The Geneva – Move in Tour is hosting a concert to benefit the House of Charity! The concert will be held at the Knitting Factory, 919 W. Sprague Ave., on Friday, May 23 at 7:30 pm. Tickets are available through the link in our bio.

Thank you for your support!

The Geneva – Move in Tour is hosting a concert to benefit the House of Charity! The concert will be held at the Knitting Factory, 919 W. Sprague Ave., on Friday, May 23 at 7:30 pm. Tickets are available through the link in our bio.

Thank you for your support!

Residents at Pioneer Square had a wonderful time making May Day Baskets with flowers and chocolates! Happy Spring everyone!

Residents at Pioneer Square had a wonderful time making May Day Baskets with flowers and chocolates! Happy Spring everyone!

WABS (Washington Alliance for Better Schools) sponsored a Family Stem Night for Audubon families at our Mother Teresa Haven Community Room. We had 60 adults and kids participate. A special THANK YOU to our parent host and haven resident, Heather M. who helped organize and host this two-night event. Families were able to share a meal and complete a STEM activity. We had some great engineering by the families building their parachutes and power boats!

WABS (Washington Alliance for Better Schools) sponsored a Family Stem Night for Audubon families at our Mother Teresa Haven Community Room. We had 60 adults and kids participate. A special THANK YOU to our parent host and haven resident, Heather M. who helped organize and host this two-night event. Families were able to share a meal and complete a STEM activity. We had some great engineering by the families building their parachutes and power boats!

Food For All provided April meals at a few of our Catholic Charities housing communities. This month was meatloaf, mixed color potatoes and green beans and a side salad of kale with radish and lemon vinaigrette. Thank you, Food For ALL!

Food For All provided April meals at a few of our Catholic Charities housing communities. This month was meatloaf, mixed color potatoes and green beans and a side salad of kale with radish and lemon vinaigrette. Thank you, Food For ALL!

CCEW joins our worldwide Catholic community in welcoming, and celebrating, Pope Leo XIV! We join in prayer that our new Holy Father will be an advocate for peace and that his dedication to the poor will inspire us all to Feed the Hungry, Heal the Hurting and Welcome the Stranger, something we value here at Catholic Charities.

CCEW joins our worldwide Catholic community in welcoming, and celebrating, Pope Leo XIV! We join in prayer that our new Holy Father will be an advocate for peace and that his dedication to the poor will inspire us all to Feed the Hungry, Heal the Hurting and Welcome the Stranger, something we value here at Catholic Charities.

Amazing thanks to our 2025 Catholic Charities GALA Partners!! We so greatly appreciate your incredible support. We look forward to hosting you all on Friday, May 9 at the Davenport Grand!

Amazing thanks to our 2025 Catholic Charities GALA Partners!! We so greatly appreciate your incredible support. We look forward to hosting you all on Friday, May 9 at the Davenport Grand!

Please join us at the Washington State Catholic Conference in June. Scott Coooper, VP of Mission at Catholic Charities will be a guest speaker. Register today!

Click on the link in bio to register.

Please join us at the Washington State Catholic Conference in June. Scott Coooper, VP of Mission at Catholic Charities will be a guest speaker. Register today!

Click on the link in bio to register.

The Zilch program from Second Harvest continues to bless us with fresh produce. They delivered produce to Mother Teresa Haven and the food was also shared with Sister Haven’s families. The OSHS Care Coordinator has been working with Tony from the Zilch program for a couple years now, and we also met Julie from Second Harvest who delivered some food last month. Julie works with the Bite 2 Go program that is amazing for the kids who receive food during the school year.

Thank you, Second Harvest for everything you do for our community!

The Zilch program from Second Harvest continues to bless us with fresh produce. They delivered produce to Mother Teresa Haven and the food was also shared with Sister Haven’s families. The OSHS Care Coordinator has been working with Tony from the Zilch program for a couple years now, and we also met Julie from Second Harvest who delivered some food last month. Julie works with the Bite 2 Go program that is amazing for the kids who receive food during the school year.

Thank you, Second Harvest for everything you do for our community!

Our Catholic Charities Family Services Center and St. Margaret’s Shelter are in great need of a variety of Hygiene products. Please see items listed below or if you would like please click on our Amazon Hygiene Wish List link in our bio.

Feel free to drop off your donated items at 12 E 5th Ave. Spokane WA, Monday-Thursday from 9:00 am - 4:00 pm. Thank you in advance for your consideration!

Full/Family size Shampoo & Conditioners
Lotion
Deodorant
Body Wash - any size
Sunscreen
Diaper Rash Cream
Toothpaste
Toothbrushes
Razors
Feminine hygiene products

Our Catholic Charities Family Services Center and St. Margaret’s Shelter are in great need of a variety of Hygiene products. Please see items listed below or if you would like please click on our Amazon Hygiene Wish List link in our bio.

Feel free to drop off your donated items at 12 E 5th Ave. Spokane WA, Monday-Thursday from 9:00 am - 4:00 pm. Thank you in advance for your consideration!

Full/Family size Shampoo & Conditioners
Lotion
Deodorant
Body Wash - any size
Sunscreen
Diaper Rash Cream
Toothpaste
Toothbrushes
Razors
Feminine hygiene products

House of Charity recently gathered to honor the many volunteers that support the work we do, 365 days a year. A special part of this celebration was the awarding of the silver tray—an engraved meal tray that honors the volunteers that have gone above and beyond in their support of our patrons. This year’s recipients were Mike Gibson and Audrey Burr, both of whom dedicate many hours each week to making the lives of our patrons and staff better. We appreciate them and all the volunteers at House of Charity!

House of Charity recently gathered to honor the many volunteers that support the work we do, 365 days a year. A special part of this celebration was the awarding of the silver tray—an engraved meal tray that honors the volunteers that have gone above and beyond in their support of our patrons. This year’s recipients were Mike Gibson and Audrey Burr, both of whom dedicate many hours each week to making the lives of our patrons and staff better. We appreciate them and all the volunteers at House of Charity!

Congratulations Bishop Skylstad! This past week, Providence Health Care awarded the 2025 Sr. Peter Claver award to Bishop Emeritus William Skylstad, for his lifetime of humble service. This award is given to individuals who exemplify the qualities that made Sr. Peter Claver such an extraordinary administrator and human; humility and integrity, humor, dedication to serve others and a respect for all people.

This is such a well-deserved honor!

“God is good, and as I have experienced His love and healing, I pray you likewise are strengthened and comforted by a sense of His presence in and around you.”
Sr. Peter Claver’s daily prayer as told by Fr. Stan Malnar.

Congratulations Bishop Skylstad! This past week, Providence Health Care awarded the 2025 Sr. Peter Claver award to Bishop Emeritus William Skylstad, for his lifetime of humble service. This award is given to individuals who exemplify the qualities that made Sr. Peter Claver such an extraordinary administrator and human; humility and integrity, humor, dedication to serve others and a respect for all people.

This is such a well-deserved honor!

“God is good, and as I have experienced His love and healing, I pray you likewise are strengthened and comforted by a sense of His presence in and around you.”
Sr. Peter Claver’s daily prayer as told by Fr. Stan Malnar.

Pioneer Square hosted a BBQ Potluck. They had a fantastic turnout, and the food was so delicious!

Pioneer Square hosted a BBQ Potluck. They had a fantastic turnout, and the food was so delicious!

We welcome the public to visit our Catholic Charities Pop-up Shop with assorted household goods, clothing and other items that have been donated by our very generous Spokane community. All items are free! The Pop- Up Shop will open to the public at 11:00 am today, Monday, April 28 and will be open until 4:00 pm. We are located at 12 E 5th Ave.

We welcome the public to visit our Catholic Charities Pop-up Shop with assorted household goods, clothing and other items that have been donated by our very generous Spokane community. All items are free! The Pop- Up Shop will open to the public at 11:00 am today, Monday, April 28 and will be open until 4:00 pm. We are located at 12 E 5th Ave.

The news of our Holy Father’s death today has saddened the world. We have lost a healer and peacemaker, an apostle of mercy and an inspirational leader who showed us the face of humanity at its best.

From the moment Pope Francis stepped out onto the balcony of St. Peter’s to greet the world for the first time as Bishop of Rome to his last breath, he inspired millions with his example of humility and the power of simple gestures. He left the world with striking images that spoke to us as directly and powerfully as any encyclical.

Equally forceful and gentle, he never tired in his quest to make ours a Church of and for those on the margins. He offered them the promise of God’s loving embrace and comfort, but to those who caused suffering or were indifferent to it, he offered forceful, prophetic words to encourage conversion.

Of course, as a Catholic Charities organization, we have felt blessed by a Pope who championed people in need. He was a Pope who was the living embodiment of our Mission Statement here at Catholic Charities Eastern Washington: Feed the Hungry. Heal the Hurting. Welcome the Stranger. His example inspired us many years ago, to name our affordable housing project in Spokane Valley, "Pope Francis Haven" in honor of the Holy Father. He was an amazing champion for life and for the poor, the vulnerable, the forgotten and the discarded from what he called, "the throw away culture."

On a personal note, The Pope's call for all of us to "be a field hospital for the poor" and his direction to us to "go out into the streets and come back smelling of the sheep" have been deeply meaningful for my own life, my own faith and my own role as CEO of Catholic Charities.

There will be ample time to reflect on the legacy of Pope Francis’s pontificate, but for now let us cherish the memory of a simple, holy man —a fellow pilgrim on the journey to the Father’s house. As he asked of everyone he met, let us pray for him.

Dr. Robert J. McCann
President and CEO, Catholic Charities Eastern Washington

The news of our Holy Father’s death today has saddened the world. We have lost a healer and peacemaker, an apostle of mercy and an inspirational leader who showed us the face of humanity at its best.

From the moment Pope Francis stepped out onto the balcony of St. Peter’s to greet the world for the first time as Bishop of Rome to his last breath, he inspired millions with his example of humility and the power of simple gestures. He left the world with striking images that spoke to us as directly and powerfully as any encyclical.

Equally forceful and gentle, he never tired in his quest to make ours a Church of and for those on the margins. He offered them the promise of God’s loving embrace and comfort, but to those who caused suffering or were indifferent to it, he offered forceful, prophetic words to encourage conversion.

Of course, as a Catholic Charities organization, we have felt blessed by a Pope who championed people in need. He was a Pope who was the living embodiment of our Mission Statement here at Catholic Charities Eastern Washington: Feed the Hungry. Heal the Hurting. Welcome the Stranger. His example inspired us many years ago, to name our affordable housing project in Spokane Valley, "Pope Francis Haven" in honor of the Holy Father. He was an amazing champion for life and for the poor, the vulnerable, the forgotten and the discarded from what he called, "the throw away culture."

On a personal note, The Pope's call for all of us to "be a field hospital for the poor" and his direction to us to "go out into the streets and come back smelling of the sheep" have been deeply meaningful for my own life, my own faith and my own role as CEO of Catholic Charities.

There will be ample time to reflect on the legacy of Pope Francis’s pontificate, but for now let us cherish the memory of a simple, holy man —a fellow pilgrim on the journey to the Father’s house. As he asked of everyone he met, let us pray for him.

Dr. Robert J. McCann
President and CEO, Catholic Charities Eastern Washington

Rising Strong is looking for some big-hearted helpers to take on a few exciting spring projects — and we think it might be YOU (or your crew)! Our onsite free exchange store, Octavia’s Closet, has just moved to a new location next to our informal childcare center (Early Risers) and needs a fresh start! We’re looking for volunteers to help reorganize, tidy, and create a welcoming space for families to access clothing, toys, and household items. Bonus: You might get to spend some time with our littlest residents — so anyone with experience around children is a plus!

This is a perfect group project for friends or families who:
✔️ Love organizing
✔️ Enjoy helping others
✔️ Don’t mind a little playtime on the side

We’re also looking for:
1. A woodworker to help build a sensory pod for use within the building.
2. Spring helpers to clean out garden beds, plant pre-purchased flowers, and freshen up the patio.
3. Ongoing support for light cleaning (dusting & vacuuming).

We’re seeking reliable, compassionate volunteers who are OK with a little unpredictability and a lot of heart. If that’s you — we’d love to have you join us!

Contact tia.rojan@cceasternwa.org or apply. Application link in bio.

Rising Strong is looking for some big-hearted helpers to take on a few exciting spring projects — and we think it might be YOU (or your crew)! Our onsite free exchange store, Octavia’s Closet, has just moved to a new location next to our informal childcare center (Early Risers) and needs a fresh start! We’re looking for volunteers to help reorganize, tidy, and create a welcoming space for families to access clothing, toys, and household items. Bonus: You might get to spend some time with our littlest residents — so anyone with experience around children is a plus!

This is a perfect group project for friends or families who:
✔️ Love organizing
✔️ Enjoy helping others
✔️ Don’t mind a little playtime on the side

We’re also looking for:
1. A woodworker to help build a sensory pod for use within the building.
2. Spring helpers to clean out garden beds, plant pre-purchased flowers, and freshen up the patio.
3. Ongoing support for light cleaning (dusting & vacuuming).

We’re seeking reliable, compassionate volunteers who are OK with a little unpredictability and a lot of heart. If that’s you — we’d love to have you join us!

Contact tia.rojan@cceasternwa.org or apply. Application link in bio.

Gonzaga University Athletics and Catholic Charities Eastern Washington hosted an Easter Egg Hunt last Tuesday, on the GU campus to the delight of kids and their families! Many enjoyed facepainting, playing games with the athletes and were thrilled to meet Spike the Bulldog!

Gonzaga University Athletics and Catholic Charities Eastern Washington hosted an Easter Egg Hunt last Tuesday, on the GU campus to the delight of kids and their families! Many enjoyed facepainting, playing games with the athletes and were thrilled to meet Spike the Bulldog!

Excited to celebrate two of our Gonzaga Family Haven residents who have been accepted to Gonzaga University for the fall semester! Pictured here with Carie Weeks, Associate Director of Admissions from Gonzaga. Go Zags!

Excited to celebrate two of our Gonzaga Family Haven residents who have been accepted to Gonzaga University for the fall semester! Pictured here with Carie Weeks, Associate Director of Admissions from Gonzaga. Go Zags!

Pioneer Square in Pullman hosts a Coffee Social every other week for the residents and caregivers. Along with fresh coffee, there were fresh donuts from Winco and fantastic conversations with residents and caregivers!

Pioneer Square in Pullman hosts a Coffee Social every other week for the residents and caregivers. Along with fresh coffee, there were fresh donuts from Winco and fantastic conversations with residents and caregivers!

Pope Francis was the rare leader who made us want to be better people. In his humility and in his gestures at once simple and profound – embracing the sick, ministering to the homeless, washing the feet of young prisoners – he shook us out of our complacency and reminded us that we are all bound by moral obligations to God and of one another.

Today, CCEW mourns with everyone around the world – Catholic and non-Catholic alike – who drew strength and inspiration from the Pope’s example. May we continue to heed his call to “never remain on the sidelines of this march of living hope.”

Pope Francis was the rare leader who made us want to be better people. In his humility and in his gestures at once simple and profound – embracing the sick, ministering to the homeless, washing the feet of young prisoners – he shook us out of our complacency and reminded us that we are all bound by moral obligations to God and of one another.

Today, CCEW mourns with everyone around the world – Catholic and non-Catholic alike – who drew strength and inspiration from the Pope’s example. May we continue to heed his call to “never remain on the sidelines of this march of living hope.”

Our Catholic Charities Chaplain just recently shared that he has given out the last of his New American Bibles to our clients and residents. Is your parish, bible study group, church or other group interested in donating funds or actual bibles for us to provide to our clients? Please see link for the paperback New American Bible available on our Amazon Wish List for $9.95: Link in bio.

Please drop off Bible donations at our Catholic Charities Family Services Center located at 12 E 5th Ave. Monday-Thursday from 9-4. Thank you for your consideration!

Our Catholic Charities Chaplain just recently shared that he has given out the last of his New American Bibles to our clients and residents. Is your parish, bible study group, church or other group interested in donating funds or actual bibles for us to provide to our clients? Please see link for the paperback New American Bible available on our Amazon Wish List for $9.95: Link in bio.

Please drop off Bible donations at our Catholic Charities Family Services Center located at 12 E 5th Ave. Monday-Thursday from 9-4. Thank you for your consideration!

Happy Easter to All...Christ is Risen!

Happy Easter to All...Christ is Risen!

Mother Teresa Haven & Sisters Haven's kids enjoyed Bingo for Spring Break! OSHS did the Bingo calling and the Family Service Activity Assistant cooked the pancakes, which the kids enjoyed with blue maple syrup. Apples and peanut butter were provided as a snack. The apples were donated by Second Harvest Zilch program. Lots of prizes were given out to the kids!

Mother Teresa Haven & Sisters Haven's kids enjoyed Bingo for Spring Break! OSHS did the Bingo calling and the Family Service Activity Assistant cooked the pancakes, which the kids enjoyed with blue maple syrup. Apples and peanut butter were provided as a snack. The apples were donated by Second Harvest Zilch program. Lots of prizes were given out to the kids!

Recovery is no easy journey, which is why every victory—big or small—deserves to be recognized and celebrated. At Rising Strong, we believe in honoring the hard work, resilience, and courage it takes to walk this path. It’s a true privilege to witness our residents grow, heal, and reclaim their lives—one step at a time.

Today, we proudly celebrate the incredible accomplishments of our Spring 2025 graduates. Your determination inspires us all, and we couldn’t be happier for each and every one of you. Congratulations—this is just the beginning of all the amazing things to come!

Recovery is no easy journey, which is why every victory—big or small—deserves to be recognized and celebrated. At Rising Strong, we believe in honoring the hard work, resilience, and courage it takes to walk this path. It’s a true privilege to witness our residents grow, heal, and reclaim their lives—one step at a time.

Today, we proudly celebrate the incredible accomplishments of our Spring 2025 graduates. Your determination inspires us all, and we couldn’t be happier for each and every one of you. Congratulations—this is just the beginning of all the amazing things to come!

Dino School is a social and emotional curriculum from Incredible Years that we are teaching to our school aged Spring Break kids at Rising Strong. Today we worked on a community mural, all taking part to make something bigger than ourselves, read a book on the importance of being honest, followed by hanging bird feeders, some kid's yoga, and cooperative board games where we work together to solve problems.

For more information on the Dino School visit our bio for the link.

#SpringBreak

Dino School is a social and emotional curriculum from Incredible Years that we are teaching to our school aged Spring Break kids at Rising Strong. Today we worked on a community mural, all taking part to make something bigger than ourselves, read a book on the importance of being honest, followed by hanging bird feeders, some kid's yoga, and cooperative board games where we work together to solve problems.

For more information on the Dino School visit our bio for the link.

#SpringBreak

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