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Georresha first came to our Family Resource Center in December 2023, seeking assistance with food. She had recently moved to Tennessee from another state, leaving behind an abusive relationship to protect herself and her children. At the time, she was working as a DoorDash driver to make ends meet and had just found a place […]

Dec 02, 2024


Family Resource CentersJob Training

One year ago, Blue was homeless and uncertain about his future. He felt lost, weighed down by a cloud of uncertainty, and the road ahead seemed impossible. Like many facing similar struggles, he came to Catholic Charities’ Family Resource Center at C.E. McGruder looking for food. But what he found was far more than just […]

Nov 13, 2024


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From Judy K. Orr, Executive Director: As our new fiscal year began last month, we simultaneously embraced a bold, new vision for our work: “By 2029, Catholic Charities will be the leader in Middle Tennessee in assisting people in need to achieve persistent self-reliance.” This vision is at the heart of our new five-year strategic plan, […]

Aug 29, 2024


Emotional Support

From Judy K. Orr, Executive Director: Our long tradition of assisting expectant and new mothers has received a boost, as we were selected to implement a new program initiated by the State of Tennessee. We will be working hard to address challenges and support moms through a whole-person approach to pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum care. […]

Jul 23, 2024


Job Training

From Judy K. Orr, Executive Director: We are very grateful for the presence of everyone who joined us at our Festival of Hope 2024. We are left with our hearts full of gratitude and love. We were very happy to share the achievements of some of our graduates in our job training programs and to […]

May 14, 2024


Job Training

From Judy K. Orr, Executive Director: I am excited to invite you to our annual fundraiser, Festival of Hope, a fun and joyous celebration of the accomplishments of our neighbors who allow us to walk alongside them towards a brighter future. Our Latino/Cuban-inspired breakfast event will take place at the Catholic Pastoral Center Tuesday, April […]

Mar 15, 2024


Hunger ReliefVolunteers

Thanksgiving has come and gone, and whether you generously volunteered your time or made a donation, we are truly thankful for your invaluable contributions. During the last two weeks at the Catholic Pastoral Center, we gave out 150 Thanksgiving boxes, which included whole turkeys, to ensure that families could enjoy a Thanksgiving meal. We were very blessed […]

Dec 07, 2023


Board interns get a great opportunity to learn more about the agency, and their one-year terms often lead to a full regular board position. Here is a quick look at our new faces. [Kyle Eason, Mark Jansen, Meg Mahon, Jeanne Marchetti, Chichi Molokwu, Justin McElroy AND YLC interns Kristin Byrne, Connor Flaherty, John Klare, Jeremey […]

Sep 13, 2023


New Americans

Our Youth Programs are designed to support and empower newly arrived refugee, asylee, and migrant youth in achieving their educational and employment goals. Youth: 9-17 years Youth Adult: 15-24 years Did you know that our refugee neighbors who have a mentor have better mental and emotional health?  Help us make Nashville’s future brighter! Requirements: Must […]

Sep 11, 2023


Hunger Relief

This initiative, which began August 28 and is scheduled to wrap up on December 9.  is led by United Way of Greater Nashville, The Family Collective, and Safe Haven Family Shelter, in partnership with more than 25 community organizations. Nashville’s rapid growth has made finding housing harder than ever, and more than 400 families registered […]

Aug 24, 2023


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