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"But I say to you, love your enemies
and pray for those who persecute you,
that you may be children of your heavenly Father." Mt
5:44-45

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Highlights from CCUSA

Celebrating Black History Month: Making Forward Progress, One Family
at a Time

Pathways to Progress, a service of Catholic Charities of St. Louis,
pairs participants with advisors to learn the necessary skills to
make lasting change in their lives. "You're trying to
show them the way to do things, the way to get things done,"
says Sandy Watson, a member advisor in the program.

CCUSA celebrates Black History Month part 2

Learn more about the program that is putting families on the road to
success through supportive, wraparound services in the second
installment of our Black History Month series.

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Visionary at the Helm: Envisioning Monsignor O'Grady's Bold
Leadership

Visionary at the Helm is a compelling one-actor play about Monisgnor
John O'Grady, the founder of what we know today as Catholic
Charities USA. The play was commissioned by CCUSA and first
performed at the 2015 Annual Gathering in Omaha. Since then it has
been featured at other Catholic Charities events, inspiring
audiences with Msgr. O'Grady's vision, compassion and bold
leadership that is still bearing fruit today.

The play is ideal for a variety of occasions, including fundraisers,
retreats, parish gatherings and staff and volunteer formation
events. Performances may be booked through the Still Point Theater
Collective. Please refer to the flyer for additional details. 

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For those interested in a preview, a recording of the play's initial
performance is available on the CCUSA YouTube channel.
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Daily Lent Reflections from CCUSA

Lent begins on Ash Wednesday, February 22. Once again, CCUSA will
offer daily reflections throughout Lent, authored by Catholic
Charities leaders and other social concerns ministers, and focused
on each day's Mass readings. The reflections arrive by email
first thing each morning. To receive them, please sign up.

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CCUSA Launches Nomination Process for 2023 National Volunteer of the
Year Award

In recognition of the efforts made by volunteers at Catholic
Charities agencies, CCUSA is honored to open the nomination process
for the 2023 National Volunteer of the Year Award. The National
Volunteer of the Year Award is given to an individual who embodies
the mission of CCUSA, provides critical services to those in need,
advocates for justice in social structures and calls the entire
Church and other people of good will to do the same. Catholic
Charities agencies may submit up to three separate nominations. All
nominators are required to obtain a high-resolution headshot of the
nominee. The deadline for all nominations is
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Friday, February 24. For more information on the process and to
submit a nomination, follow this link: 2023 Volunteer of the Year
Nomination form.
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Now Accepting Workshop Proposals for the 2023 Annual
Gathering! 

The 2023 Catholic Charities USA Annual Gathering will be held
in-person October 3 - 5 in Cleveland, OH. Our schedule will
include workshops and we ask you, the experts, to consider
submitting a proposal for consideration. To submit a proposal
through the Abstract Management form on the website and review the
guidelines, visit the 2023 Annual Gathering Call for Proposals. Your
proposal must be submitted by the deadline of
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Monday, March 13, 2023.

Events and Webinars

SNAP E&T Overview. February 22, 2023, 3:00 PM ET

Join us for an overview of USDA's Supplemental Nutrition Assistance
Program Employment and Training (SNAP E&T), the agency's current
priorities related to SNAP E&T and the latest developments in
the program. Our presenters will explore how these programs also
help to reduce barriers to work by providing support services as
participants prepare for and obtain employment. In addition, we will
look into the potential for Catholic Charities' affiliate sites that
offer employment and training services to become SNAP E&T Third
Partners with State SNAP Agencies. Register in advance for this
webinar. After registering, you will receive a confirmation
email containing information about joining the webinar.

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Parole Program for Cubans, Haitians, Nicaraguans and Venezuelans.
March 9, 2023, 2:00 - 3:30 PM ET

The Department of Homeland Security, or DHS, has announced new
parole programs for nationals of Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua and
Venezuela who are seeking safe haven within the United States due to
the conditions in their country. This process is being implemented
in conjunction with a new border enforcement policy. In this free
webinar, CLINIC staff will provide an overview of the programs and
how the process works; review sponsor/beneficiary eligibility
requirements; and provide tips on completing the I-134A, traveling
to the U.S. and benefits after parole. CLINIC staff will also
address frequently asked questions about these programs. 

CLINIC presenters include:

* Ilissa Mira, Senior Attorney, Training and Technical
Assistance
* Elizabeth Carlson, Senior Attorney, Training and
Technical Assistance
* Charles Wheeler, Senior Attorney, Training and Technical
Assistance

Registration will close at 12:00 p.m. ET on March 9, 2023, or when
course capacity is reached. Learn more and register.

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Outsmarting Poverty. April 13 and 14, 2023, in South Bend, IN

CCUSA 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.
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Learn more and register.
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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(TM) (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.
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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
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website. On Pro Bono Planner Match
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, 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 at [email protected].

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 from 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.
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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.
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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 pagesto explore our albums and photos. If you would like a
high-resolution version for your agency's use, please email
CCUSAwith photo number.
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