"For our paschal lamb, Christ, has been sacrificed.
Therefore, let us celebrate the feast,
not with the old yeast, the yeast of malice and wickedness,
but with the unleavened bread of sincerity and truth." 1 Cor 7-8

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Highlights from CCUSA

2022 CCUSA Annual Survey Deadline Is This Friday 

Catholic Charities staff have until COB Friday, April 14, 2023, to complete their agency submissions, including the CLINIC Affiliate Survey on Immigration Legal Services. Please reach out to Kerry Glova for any questions, technical assistance or requests for additional survey links. CCUSA is grateful for your efforts in making this critical reporting initiative a success.

CUSA is committed to building evidence about what works to reduce poverty in America. The Wilson Sheehan Lab for Economic Opportunities (LEO) at the University of Notre Dame, a domestic poverty lab that helps social service providers apply scientific evaluation methods to better understand and share effective poverty interventions is hosting a 2-day event this spring to convene poverty-fighters from across the country for a time of learning and connection. Learn more and register.

The 2023 CCUSA Management Excellence Award Is Now Open for Nominations! 

Through the Management Excellence Award, Catholic Charities USA (in conjunction with the Management and Administration Section Steering Committee) recognizes exceptional managers or supervisors within the Catholic Charities network who are: Leading their teams in inspiring and engaging ways; supporting the professional growth of their team members; keeping the focus on quality service and alignment with the mission and values of Catholic Charities; successfully navigating changes in the workplace; and integrating diversity, equity and inclusion strategies.

The Management Excellence Award will be awarded to ONE manager or supervisor using selection criteria based on 5 overarching categories: 

• Leadership
• Innovation
• Engagement
• Commitment
• Data-driven 

The recipient of the 2023 Management Excellence Award will be highlighted via CCUSA’s social media channels, website and at the CCUSA Annual Gathering. To nominate a colleague, complete this submission form no later than COB Friday, April 14, 2023. Please email Peggy Arizzi with any questions.

Social Media Strategies and Best Practices. April 18, 2023, 2:00 PM ET

Social media marketing is a critical tool for any organization, but Catholic Charities agencies face many challenges in building and sustaining a comprehensive and effective social media strategy. Which platforms make the most sense for your agency? How can you use each platform most effectively? How can you stay current on the various algorithm changes that could impact your performance? And how do you find the time to manage your social media accounts when you have many other responsibilities?

We will explore these questions and more during this webinar brought to you by the CCUSA Marketing and Communications Section. CCUSA Director of Digital Communications Christina Kilroy will share her expertise and highlight best practices from Catholic Charities agencies around the country. During the second half of the session, attendees will break into small groups to discuss their own challenges and strategies. 

This webinar is designed especially for mid-sized and small agencies, but all are welcome. Register in advance for this webinar. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

Foundation for Financial Planning Grants Available for Nonprofit Organizations

The Foundation for Financial Planning is accepting grant applications until April 30, 2023, from nonprofit organizations whose programs link pro bono financial planners to people in need. Programs should include one-on-one engagements between Certified Financial Planner™ (CFP®) professionals and pro bono clients. Grants are generally in the range of $5,000 to $40,000. Learn more about eligibility and how to apply.

Nonprofits seeking to connect with CFP professionals who want to provide free, no-strings-attached financial planning and advice to underserved populations can register on FFP’s Pro Bono Planner Match website. On Pro Bono Planner Match, nonprofits can post volunteer opportunities that engage financial planners in one-on-one or interactive, small group (virtual or in-person) sessions with people in need. For more information, please contact Rachel Roth.

Engaging Parishes through Ambassadors. May 9, 2023, 3:00 PM ET

Many Catholic Charities agencies engage local parishes through representatives often called "ambassadors." Join this webinar to learn how four Catholic Charities agencies (Arizona/Phoenix, Santa Clara, Palm Beach and Saint Louis) utilize ambassadors to strategically assist parishes in meeting community needs and increase awareness of Catholic Charities services. Register for the webinar.

O'Grady Advanced Leadership Institute (2.0): Discounted Registration Open

Register now to attend the Catholic Charities USA O’Grady Advanced Leadership Institute, to be held May 22 – 26, 2023, at CCUSA’s O’Grady Conference Center in Alexandria, VA. The Institute offers an in-depth consideration of Catholic teachings that undergird Catholic Charities’ services, how Catholic moral methodologies can shape strategic planning and other subjects essential for effective leadership of a Catholic organization operating within an ethnically diverse and religiously pluralistic culture. It is designed for Catholic Charities agency directors, other senior leaders and those who have completed the foundational (1.0) O’Grady Leadership Institute (either virtually or in-person). Early action is encouraged, as space is limited. Thanks to generous donors, registration is offered at the discounted rate of $1,100, which includes hotel and meals. Learn more and register.

CCUSA's Virtual O'Grady Leadership Institue (1.0): Registration Open!

This program is intended exclusively for Catholic Charities professionals and is presented by experts at Catholic Charities USA. It offers a unique opportunity to gain a foundational understanding of the knowledge and skills essential for effective Catholic Charities leadership and integrates leadership and management with theology and spirituality. Content will explore Catholic social and moral teaching, ethical decision-making, public policy and the Church, racism and poverty, and how to understand one’s leadership as a person with a role within a system. 2023’s virtual program will be offered from June 22 – 23 and 26 – 28, from 12:00 – 3:00 PM ET each day. Register and view the full program.

Employment Opportunities

View job opportunities at CCUSA and Catholic Charities agencies on our careers page. CCUSA members may post job opportunities through the submission form available on the members' portal. If you have any questions about the job opportunities submission form, please contact Christina Kilroy.

CCUSA Photo Gallery

Did you know that one of the benefits CCUSA provides to member agencies is access to a professional photo gallery? Visit our Flickr photo pages to explore our albums and photos. If you would like a high-resolution version for your agency's use, please email CCUSA with photo number.