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2023 Catholic Charities Tribute Dinner

Thursday, April 27 • 5-8 pm

Chase Center on the Riverfront

Bishop Koenig will present the Knights of Columbus Councils from Delaware and Maryland the

Msgr. Thomas J. Reese Award for Community Service at Catholic Charities Annual Tribute Dinner!

About the Honorees | Knights of Columbus Councils from DE & MD

The mission of the Knights of Columbus is “Empowering Catholic men to live their faith at home, in their parish, at work and in their community.”

Knights of Columbus, Delaware State Council, are men who lead, serve, protect and defend, whether giving out “Coats for Kids,” lending a hand in disaster relief efforts, supporting local pregnancy centers by donating ultrasound machines or providing top-quality financial products. Similarly, the Maryland State Council supports the families, parishes, and communities in the nine Maryland counties of the Diocese of Wilmington.

These Knights live the motto, “Cry the Gospel with your Life!” to aid the poor, care for the needy, and strengthen the faith of their members and families. More than two million Knights of Columbus worldwide “Change Lives & Save Lives” through their charitable service and faith activities.

About the Award | Msgr. Thomas J. Reese

The award, created in 1989 in memory of Msgr. Thomas J. Reese, community activist and longtime director of Catholic Social Services, the forerunner of Catholic Charities, recognizes exemplary individuals who have demonstrated a deep commitment to promoting and restoring the well-being

of people – Catholic Charities’ mission.

Tribute Dinner Sponsors

For questions contact Andrea Rotsch at arotsch@cdow.org or 302-573-3121.

Catholic Charities and Goodwill Announce

New Partnership in Delaware

Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Wilmington and Goodwill of Delaware & Delaware County announce an operational collaboration benefitting people served by both non-profit organizations.

As part of the new collaboration, parishes in the Wilmington Diocese will host donation drives in partnership with Goodwill. Donated items will be sold in Goodwill stores across Delaware, generating revenue for Goodwill’s non-profit mission. Goodwill will provide compensation to Catholic Charities for the donations collected, helping Catholic Charities to continue its mission services in the same communities it serves today.

“Partnering with Goodwill to accept donations

is in alignment with the missions of both organizations.

Not only will this partnership support both Goodwill and

Catholic Charities’ programs, it provides us with the opportunity

to increase collaboration with Parish Outreach Programs.”



— Fritz Jones, Catholic Charities Executive Director

“Goodwill is humbled to partner with Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Wilmington – the city where we were founded more than 100 years ago – to help this highly-regarded non-profit organization continue to meet the needs of some of Delaware’s most vulnerable citizens,” said Goodwill of Delaware & Delaware County CEO Colleen Morrone. “Much like the work we do at Goodwill, Catholic Charities connects people with vital human services and supports the development of every human to their full potential. We are happy to be partnering and helping Catholic Charities continue to serve people in our communities.”

Individual parishes in the Wilmington Diocese will determine whether and when to host donation drives. Compensation for items donated during each drive will go back to the local host parish to support their programs. Outside of donation drives, donors wishing to give items to Catholic Charities will be directed to a nearby Goodwill location.

To find the Catholic Charities location closest to you, click here.

To make an online donation to Catholic Charities click here.

Thank You! Your Donations Make a Difference!

Food Pantry Celebrates "Birthday in a Box"

Celebratory Donations Make Birthdays Shine Brighter!

Catholic Charities Seton Center Food Pantry is the recipient of Birthday in a Box donations from Holy Savior Catholic Church – St. Mary Star of The Sea and St. Ann’s Catholic Church.

Special thanks goes to Holy Savior that created the donation drive to help families in need who do not have the means to celebrate their childrens’ birthdays. The boxes included birthday cake ingredients, birthday candles, balloons and decorations to help make celebrations special for their children.

Thanks also to Jennifer Trager, Program Manager Seton Center/Eastern Shore in Princess Ann, MD for coordinating this special effort.

For more info about Catholic Charities Food Assistance Program and Food Pantries, click here.

Catholic Charities Bayard House Diaper Bank Drive

The Bayard House Diaper Bank Services Over 100 Families

Local Families Need Your Support!

If you are able, please consider making an immediate donation of diapers, baby hygiene items, and gift cards to help families and at-risk young moms and their babies.



URGENTLY NEEDED: Sizes 4, 5, 6 and Pull-ups

Donations are accepted at all Catholic Charities locations.

To donate, please click here. Designate your donation by choosing "Bayard House". Thank you!

Does Your Family Need Diapers?

If your family needs diapers, or you know a family that does or can benefit from the Bayard House Diaper Bank, please click here or call Catholic Charities Bayard House at 302-654-1184 to learn more about the program.

To donate, please click here. Designate your donation by choosing "Diaper Bank". Thank you!

Families must meet income guidelines and have children of the appropriate age.

Basic Needs Program Client Spotlight

Your Help Makes a Difference! 

Denny* was a troubled teenager who had difficulty maintaining focus, completing tasks, and was in danger

of failing his current grade. Working with his Catholic Charities Behavioral Health case manager and counselor, Denny learned to cope with the anxiety he was experiencing. Over time, he gained effective skills to help manage his symptoms and to have the concentration needed to excel in his studies. Denny’s grades have improved and he is now becoming a confident, successful student.

To help our next client, please click here. Designate your donation by choosing "Basic Needs Program."



*Client name changed to protect privacy.

Purchase a Reusable Bag at ACME at Trolley Square

Every Bag Purchase Supports Catholic Charities

Catholic Charities has been selected by the ACME GIVE BACK WHERE IT COUNTS Local Bag Program!

During the month of April, $1 will be donated to Catholic Charities for every $3 GIVE BACK Bag that is purchased at the Trolley Square ACME, 1401 N Dupont St. Wilmington, Delaware.

Thank You ACME! This is a great way to broaden awareness and help our cause.

April is Financial Literacy Education Month

Financial Literacy is one of the most important parts in your financial life

Catholic Charities offers financial literacy assistance to individuals and families who wish to reach their full potential towards self-sufficiency and independence by developing and implementing support services that will help strengthen their lives. Our goal is to foster independence, self-determination, and self-reliance.

Clients work with case managers to identify and set financial goals like understanding credit and obtaining credit reports, opening a savings or other bank account, avoiding fringe banking services, and accessing low-interest loans.

If you or someone you know would like more information, click here.

For an application for assistance and list of documents to complete for your first appt., click here.

Join Our Team!

Catholic Charities Employment Opportunities

The Diocese of Wilmington and Catholic Charities currently has the following employment opportunities:

• Case Manager in Georgetown, DE and Princess Anne, MD

• Financial Analyst in Wilmington, DE

• Support Specialist at Bayard House, Wilmington, DE

• Sr Program Manager, Basic Needs Services, Wilmington, DE

To learn about these and other opportunities, click here. 

Thank You to All Our Supporters & Partners!

We Would Like to Recognize the following Catholic Charities Partners

Catholic Charities serves the most vulnerable in Delaware and the 

Eastern Shore of Maryland, regardless of religion, race, or ability to pay.

For more information about Catholic Charities, click here.

To make a donation to Catholic Charities, click here.

To learn about employment opportunities, click here.

To follow us on Facebook, click here.

Catholic Charities Mission

Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Wilmington exists to help fulfill the Christian duty to love and serve God's people. Our mission is rooted in the Gospel of Jesus Christ. The universal and local Church proclaims the Gospel and teaches the recognition of the dignity and sacredness of each human life and the belief that we are called to share our resources with the most vulnerable among us.

It is the mission of Catholic Charities to address human suffering and to promote and restore the well-being of people and society by:

• Providing, as a primary focus, caring service to families and persons in need;
• Coming together with members of the community to become informed about and to take action on critical social issues; and,
• Advocating publicly for social policies which enhance human dignity and safeguard basic human rights.