Reflecting on the Crisis in Ukraine
The recent events in Eastern Europe weigh heavy on all our hearts. We grieve with the people of Ukraine who have lost so much, and the people of Russia, as…
We Are Thrilled to Announce Our New Chief Executive Officer
Catholic Social Services welcomes Robin Dempsey as the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) effective today. Robin Dempsey will be responsible for leading the agency and its seven programs with over…
At Clare House, taking care of moms and kids is a community-wide effort
Every day of the year, Meals Team volunteers make and deliver meals to Clare House for the moms and kids staying there. All of those meals and deliveries take a…
Let’s talk about Food Security
Each year, people all across the country recognize Hunger Action Month to raise awareness about food insecurity across America and in our own communities, and why fighting hunger is a…
Announcing a new transition
Hello, I am writing to share some big news. After much reflection, I have decided to take a new position – as the CEO of Anchorage Neighborhood Health Center. It…
Working together to serve the homeless
Lisa DH Aquino | August 2021 | The North Star Catholic This month we find ourselves focusing on our children and young families as schools reopen for the fall. Back…
Thanks to you, our second year of Grow Local, Give Local was even more successful than the first!
During that first year of Grow Local, Give Local, you stepped up and gave more than $5,000 to purchase produce from refugee farmers to be donated to St. Francis House…
CSS programs help refugees flourish with community support
Lisa DH Aquino | June 2021 | The North Star Catholic June 20th is World Refugee Day, a day celebrated internationally to honor refugees worldwide – those who have fled…
CSS Lenten food drive a success
Lisa DH Aquino | April 2021 | The North Star Catholic “The food is falling off the shelves.” You can imagine my delight and gratitude when our AmeriCorps VISTA (Volunteer…
Caring for High-Risk Guests at Brother Francis Shelter During COVID-19
Catholic Social Services and Brother Francis Shelter worked through a range of strategic updates to ensure that those who needed it would have access to a safe and warm place…