Refugee essential workers, a key part of our community
A large part of the RAIS program is education and employment services. RAIS staff works diligently to find meaningful employment for refugees. Refugees in Anchorage are often employed as essential…
Addressing Racism and Praying for George Floyd and his Family
Our prayers are with George Floyd and his family. Our prayers are also with our nation as we mourn the loss of Mr. Floyd and so many other people of…
Reflecting on community support and our work at CSS
Written by Robin Dempsy, Chief Program Officer I hope that you and your loved ones are safe and healthy as we practice social distancing and hunkering down. If we haven’t…
Saint Francis House transitions to a Fast Track Pantry
In response to COVID-19, St. Francis House Food Pantry has converted to a fast track pantry. Bronwen Nicholls, St. Francis House Food Pantry Director, and Jose Urrutia, Food Pantry Coordinator,…
Finding light and beauty in trying times
Opinion Piece by Lisa Aquino published by Catholic Anchor, April 2020 “I don’t think of all the misery, but of all the beauty that remains.”– Anne Frank Right now, this…
Stimulus Payments & Unemployment Benefits: Find Hope with the CARES Act
Wondering if you can access the stimulus payments or extended unemployment benefits because of coronavirus? Learn about the process and eligibility.
Profound Effects of Small Deeds
Generous donors and strong partnerships make it possible for Brother Francis Shelter to facilitate programs and support volunteers that carry out our mission. These volunteers carry out programs and provide…
Maintaining our connections and hope amid COVID-19 isolation
Opinion Piece by Lisa Aquino published by ADN on March 23, 2020 These are challenging days, but it is during this time we must find the drive in our spirit…
Volunteer Programs In Response to COVID-19
To Our Valued Volunteers: Catholic Social Services’ top priority is the health of clients, volunteers, and staff. With the confirmation of a COVID 19 case here in Anchorage, we are…
Catholic Social Services Featured on Pick.Click.Give.Casts Podcast
Pick.Click.Give.Casts, a podcast from Pick.Click.Give, invited Catholic Social Services Development and Community Relations Director, Tricia Teasley to join them to discuss Catholic Social Services programs, the impact of our volunteers,…