Feast of Saint Mary Magdalene

Mary [Magdalene] stayed outside the tomb weeping.
And as she wept, she bent over into the tomb... Jn 20:11

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Highlights from CCUSA

Only 3 weeks left to save on early registration for the 2019 CCUSA Annual Gathering!

Save $100 and register at the early-bird member rate before August 11. Be sure to book your hotel by visiting the hotel and travel page. Come and celebrate out theme - Bold Ideas Create Big Change - with others committed to our mission to bring help and hope to all people. To register, click here.

Don't miss out on the 2019 Applied Institute for Disaster Excellence (AIDE) training in Jacksonville, Fla., in December

Join us Monday, December 2, to Friday, December 6, in Jacksonville, Florida, for AIDE. It is the only training created for and by the Catholic Charities network to increase the capacity of local agencies in their provision of disaster services. The schedule is designed to provide opportunities for peer-to-peer networking, daily liturgy, meditation and earning Continuing Education Credits (CEC) for social work and professional counseling. Plus, this year you can look forward to new plenary speakers, site visit options and disaster case management training for all staff levels, from entry to supervisory personnel. Register today until August 1 at the rate of $350 for this critical training! Your 2019 AIDE ticket breakdown includes: registration for workshops; opening night networking reception; hotel stay for 5 days & 4 nights; workshop material/handouts; food & beverages from Monday night to Friday afternoon. Act now, because this Tier 2 pricing is only available until the end of July.  CLICK HERE TO REGISTER NOW.

Apply today for the GSBI Pathways Out of Poverty US (POP US) Online Accelerator

In collaboration with CCUSA, the Miller Center for Social Entrepreneurship is launching GSBI Pathways Out of Poverty US (POP US) Online Accelerator. This world-class accelerator program connects social enterprise leaders with Silicon Valley business executives to develop more sustainable, scalable market-based solutions to address the problems of underserved communities within the US. Click here for application. The 6-month GSBI POP US online accelerator launches October 2019 for US-based social enterprises in three categories that support economic livelihoods and self-sufficiency: (1) Job training and workforce development; (2) Food products or culinary services; (3) Artisanal products or support for artisan communities. Who should apply?

● Entrepreneurs who lead an existing for-profit, nonprofit, or hybrid social enterprise (not microenterprise), that has been in operation for at least one year.
● Entrepreneurs who deliver products or services to poor, underserved, or other vulnerable communities within the US, OR provide infrastructure to address challenges facing these communities.
● Entrepreneurs whose products or services are focused on at least one of the three categories: job training and workforce development, food products or culinary services, artisanal products or support for artisan communities.
● Entrepreneurs who are willing to commit 3-6 hours per week to complete program deliverables and work with mentors online.

Key Dates: Applications due August 16, 2019. Finalists notified September 2019. GSBI Online Accelerator program commences October 2019. GSBI Online Accelerator program completion April 2020.

Catholic Legal Immigration Network, Inc. job opportunity

The Catholic Legal Immigration Network, Inc. is currently hiring a measurement, learning, and evaluation manager. This position regularly interfaces with CCUSA’s research and evaluation team, especially related to mutual affiliate survey efforts. Those interested may apply here.

Submit agency stories to the CCUSA storybank

When you share with us a story about your work and the people you serve in your local community, we can then share your stories not only with a national audience but also the lawmakers on Capitol Hill. Our government affairs team goes to the Hill often, and they are able to represent the Catholic Charities ministry more persuasively when they can share local stories that demonstrate the success and efficacy of programs and services. So please share your stories about food programs, affordable housing, family reunification, integrated health, social enterprises, and everything you do! Stories that involve the federal funding you receive are needed especially. We want everyone to know about the great work you are doing! Submit your stories here. 

Events and Webinars

Men's Warehouse launches 12th annual suit drive

Catholic Charities of Corpus Christi, Inc. (CCCC) is partnering with Men’s Wearhouse to launch its 12th annual Suit Drive, a month-long initiative that collects gently-used professional clothing for Americans transitioning back into the workforce. Throughout the month of July, donations collected at Men’s Wearhouse stores will be distributed to CCCC and more than 150 other local non-profit organizations across the country that help disadvantaged individuals regain employment through job readiness programs and workforce assistance. To help drive awareness of the Men's Wearhouse Suit Drive, @menswearhouse is encouraging followers to spread the word by using #ThrowbackAndDonate Throwback photos are a lot like your closet. They're full of clothes you don't wear anymore. The Men's Wearhouse Suit Drive is the perfect occasion to share those photos and donate that professional clothing for a good cause. How it Works: Add #ThrowbackAndDonate to a throwback post, then donate the clothes at a Men's Wearhouse store. You'll get 50% off your next purchase and give someone the confidence to get their career back on track. Good on you. For more information, visit CCCC's website or the Suit Drive website.

United Nations Youth Climate Summit - Applications open for attendance and travel

Young people (ages 18 -29) from around the world are formally invited to apply to participate in the United Nations Youth Climate Summit to take place at UN Headquarters in New York on 21 September. The UN will offer over 100 “Green Tickets,” which includes carbon neutral travel to and from New York. Applications for the Youth Climate Summit are being accepted through July 19th, and all applicants will be considered for a Green Ticket. Youth between 18 and 29 can apply through the Youth Climate Summit website. Successful Youth Climate Summit applicants, including recipients of Green Tickets, will be selected on the basis of merit – including a demonstrated commitment to climate action and problem-solving – as well as considerations of need. We highly encourage Catholic Charities young professionals to apply for this opportunity. 

How to develop a summer youth service program as an 8 to 5 operation

Volunteers are a precious and renewable resource who we can cultivate from their youth with inspiring and challenging engagement.  Too often high school students consider service a boring obligation to meet so they can graduate from high school, receive the sacrament of Confirmation, earn the Gold Award or Eagle Scout.  Participants will actively assess their agency’s current youth engagement and then examine one youth engagement model that shifted the paradigm, so students recognize themselves as change makers and leaders in training who will solve challenges of the world. The Catholic Charities of New Orleans’ SERVE summer youth program – Students Engaging in Reflective Volunteer Experiences – will celebrate its 10th anniversary in Summer 2019.  They’ve learned important best practices including how to engage youth when your operation is open only 8am to 5pm, that we will share so participants can consider adapting the model to their community. Register to attend here. WED, JUL 24, 2019, 03:00 PM - 04:00 PM EDT

2018 CCUSA Annual Survey results webinar

Join us on Thursday, July 25, 2019, at 3:30 PM EDT for the 2018 CCUSA Annual Survey Results Webinar! The presentation will include summary statistics and performance measures to highlight the impactful work completed throughout the Catholic Charities network last year. Data related to all strategic priority areas are covered, including food and nutrition, affordable housing, integrated health, social enterprise, disaster relief, and more. Results for the Catholic Legal Immigration Network (CLINIC)/CCUSA joint survey on immigration legal services will also be presented. Register here.

32nd Annual Social Action Summer Institute

CCUSA is please to co-sponsor the Social Action Summer Institute (SASI)) – a four-day program focused on Catholic social teaching, homelessness and statelessness, and skill building for parish and Catholic Charities and diocesan-level social ministers. “Two Feet, One Voice: Building a Home for All” is the theme of this 32nd annual event, to be held at the University of Utah in Salt Lake City from July 25-28. Click here for more information or to register.

Partnership spotlight: Recruiting and developing top talent with the Nonprofit Leadership Alliance

Join us August 1 at 3 PM eastern for a webinar to learn more about the partnership between Catholic Charities USA and the Nonprofit Leadership Alliance. During this session you will learn how the Alliance can assist you with: 

1) Launching or growing an internship program; 
2) Recruiting a diverse and talented workforce, and 
3) Developing and retaining your talent.

Attendees will be entered in a drawing to win a paid registration in any online course offered by the Nonprofit Leadership Alliance, for example, the popular Effective Staff Supervision course developed in partnership with 501© services. The scholarship will be emailed to the winner after the webinar.  REGISTER HERE. 

Grant Opportunities and Resources

Effective staff supervision

Effective staff management is a powerful tool that should be added to every supervisor's toolbelt – and the Effective Staff Supervision course will do just that. This 8-week course begins by introducing you to the art and science behind effective supervision. The course will dive into more tactical issues such as effective hiring, monitoring and feedback strategies. It will also push you to flex your leadership capacity, understanding your unique style and how to use your strengths to build a cohesive, high-performing team. By the end of the eight weeks, you will have the strategies and knowledge needed to be a highly effective manager. Length of Course: Eight weeks. Type of Course: Self-paced (during eight-week course run); Instructor-led. Dates: October 14, 2019. Price: $600 (Alliance partners and CNPs receive a 20% discount. Use code: NONPROFITPARTNER). Register and learn more here.

Designing nonprofit programs for long-term sustainability

A five-week, intensive course focused on program design, implementation and evaluation strategies applicable to all nonprofit organizations. This course is one of the eight required courses to earn the Alliance’s Certified Nonprofit Professional (CNP) credential. You will leave this course with knowledge of:

-Needs assessments, asset identification and other research findings that identify authentic community need;
-Mission-driven program design and outcomes (designing programs for impact);
-How to adequately allocate and advocate for resources (staffing, space, funding, etc.);
-The basics of effective program design, including: program logistics; program marketing, paid and volunteer staffing, volunteer roles and evaluation; 
-and Designing inclusive programs.

In addition, you will have the opportunity to develop a logic model for a nonprofit organization. Length of Course: Five weeks. Type of course: Self-paced (during five-week course run); Instructor-led. Dates: August 5, 2019 - September 8, 2019. Price: $325 (Alliance partners receive a 20% discount. Use code: "NONPROFITPARTNER"). Register and learn more here.

Cities for Citizenship' (C4C) "America is Home" initiative announces two year request for proposals (RFP)

C4C is a campaign by 74 cities and counties that promote U.S. citizenship among eligible immigrants. Last year alone, the entire C4C network reached 1,049,280 people through naturalization outreach and communication campaigns; 17,003 people were assisted with their citizenship application via workshops; and, 4,462 people were assisted with financial empowerment services. Recently, the National Partnership for New Americans & C4C announced the opening of C4C's "America is Home" RFP for Year Two! If your community-based organizations or municipality is interested in applying for the C4C "America is Home" initiative, please complete the forms HERE and submit your completed C4C “America is Home” RFP via THIS FORM by Friday, July 19, 2019, at 5:00 PM ET. For more information, please contact Sarah Mesick, NPNA director of programs, or Magaly Arteaga, NPNA program & training manager. 

Employment Opportunities

Catholic Charities job opportunities now listed on CCUSA website

Anyone can view the job opportunities by clicking on the "Careers" tag on the footer of the CCUSA webpage. To post a job opportunity, one must be a member and have access to the members' portal in order to fill out the submission form (click on "Careers" tag on members only portal homepage). If you have any questions about the new job opportunities submission form, please contact David Werning or Lily Stewart. Please click here to access job opportunities.

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.