New Employee Welcome Packet
LEADERSHIP
Bishop John J. McIntyre
Heather Huot
Daniel Doughterty Jr.
Auxiliary Bishop Archdiocese of Philadelphia
Executive Vice President Catholic Charities of Philadelphia
Chief Financial and Operating Officer Catholic Charities of Philadelphia
Kathleen Bevenour
Dr. James Black
Michael Chorneiko
Steve Colestock
Director Family and Community Services
Director Youth Services
Chief Information Officer Archdiocese of Philadelphia
Chief Human Resources Officer Catholic Charities of Philadelphia
Lizanne Hagedorn
Matthew Hancock
James Kerrigan
Ellen Mansfield
Executive Director Nutritional Development Services
Director Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Services
Director Homeless Services
Directory of Philanthropy Catholic Charities of Philadelphia
Suzanne O’Grady Laurito
Tim Walz
Director Catholic Housing and Community Services
Director of Marketing Catholic Charities of Philadelphia
A LETTER FROM THE
Secretary Dear Partners in Mission, Welcome to Catholic Charities of Philadelphia! At Catholic Charities, we are the heart of the Church’s mission in action. Since 1797, we have served our region with compassion, dignity, and steadfast faith, growing into a network of nearly 40 ministries and programs that reach hundreds of thousands of people each year. As you read through this packet, you will learn more about our rich history, the pillars of service that guide our work, and the many ministries that make up our organization. You will discover the impact Catholic Charities has across the region, as well as the reason behind everything we do: our Catholic faith. Rooted in the belief that every person is created in the image and likeness of God, we are committed to walking alongside our Philadelphia-area neighbors with the love Christ calls us to embody. Whether you are joining us to nourish the hungry; shelter those experiencing homelessness; strengthen and support children, youth and families; stabilize the lives of seniors; or empower Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities; you are now part of something much bigger than any single program. You are joining a team of more than 1,500 employees who are united by a shared commitment to living the Gospel through works of mercy and charity. As you begin your journey with us, remember that your role matters. We carry forward a mission that transforms compassion into action, brings hope to those who need it most, and serves as a visible expression of Christ’s love in our community. Thank you for choosing to serve with Catholic Charities of Philadelphia. Together, we are the Church in action. With gratitude,
Heather Huot, MSW, LSW Secretary and Executive Vice President Catholic Charities of Philadelphia
A Legacy of Compassion. A Commitment to Service. Catholic Charities of Philadelphia is the heart of the Church’s mission in action, providing food, shelter, care, and empowerment to those in need across the Philadelphia region. We are guided by faith in Jesus Christ and rooted in the works of mercy to serve our neighbors with dignity. We have served individuals and families in need since 1797. For over two centuries, our mission has grown into a broad network of 40 program ministries across the 5-country area—delivering faith-driven, communityfocused care to all, regardless of background.
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We are not just a Catholic organization, we are the Church in action– serving all people, regardless of faith.
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225+ OUR HISTORY
Years of Service Catholic Charities of Philadelphia and its predecessor organizations have served Philadelphia-are neighbors with compassionate care and essential services for over 225 years.
1797 During the Yellow Fever epidemic, Catholic laity from the St. Vincent de Paul Society and Catholic Women’s League established St. John’s Orphan Asylum for Boys and St. Joseph’s Asylum for Girls to care for sick children and help contain the spread of the disease.
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1912
1807 Society of St. Joseph for Poor Orphan Children was incorporated.
1913
Catholic Home for Destitute Children was legally incorporated, with separate facilities for boys and girls, under the care of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Philadelphia.
Catholic Charities Office was created in Philadelphia.
St. Francis Country House began as a 15-bed home in the countryside where patients could go to recuperate through rest, good food, and fresh air.
1916
1919
1920
St. Edmond’s Home for Children launched in West Philadelphia to care for children crippled by polio.
Catholic Children’s Bureau of Philadelphia was incorporated, became CSS Foster Care Services
Trinitarian Sisters staffed “The Home Finding Department” which became CSS Adoption Services
1948
1954
1955
St. Mary Hall launched in Elverson, PA by Daughters of Saint Mary of Providence to care for women with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Casa del Carmen opened to serve the growing Latino population of North Philadelphia.
An agency charter was amended to form Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia.
1960
1963
1964
Don Guanella School opened in Springfield, Delaware County by the Servants of Charity to serve young men and boys with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
St. John’s Hospice opened its doors to offer short-term shelter and hot meals to men experiencing homelessness.
The Catholic Children’s Bureau was renamed Catholic Social Services of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia.
1967
1973
Star Harbor Senior Community Center opened to provide meals and socialization for older adults.
Nutritional Development Services launched to facilitate school lunch and afterschool nutrition programs.
2008 St. John Neumann Place opened in a former South Philadelphia high school, offering affordable housing for seniors.
2025 Catholic Social Services of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia relaunched as Catholic Charities of Philadelphia, returning to our roots.
Catholic Charities is dedicated to uplifting and supporting the most vulnerable members of our community through our Four Pillars of Mercy and Charity. These pillars guide our mission to meet immediate needs while promoting long-term stability and dignity for individuals and families in need. Through our impactful programs and unwavering support, we provide a comprehensive, compassionate response to life’s most pressing challenges. Our Four Pillars of Mercy and Charity
Nourish the Hungry & Shelter Those Experiencing Homelessness
Strengthen & Support At-Risk Children, Youth, and Families
Stabilize & Enrich the Lives of Seniors in our Community
Empower Individuals with Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities (IDD)
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We are driven by compassion and a commitment to the dignity of every person we serve.
OUR TEAMS
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of your colleagues Nourish the Hungry and Shelter Those Experiencing Homelessness
of your colleagues Strengthen and Support At-Risk Children, Youth, and Families
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of your colleagues Stabilize and Enrich the Lives of Seniors
of your colleagues Empower Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
Sustaining Our Mission The annual budget of Catholic Charities of Philadelphia exceeds $160 million through Government Funding, Fees for Service, and at the generosity of donors through Contributions and Bequests. Due to the nature of our programs, the funding differs by pillar. Through this diversification and the growing role of philanthropic support, Catholic Charities can continue to serve with compassion, dignity, and faith today and into the future. 2%
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Nourishing the Hungry and Sheltering Those Experiencing Homelessness
Strengthening and Supporting At-Risk Children, Youth, and Families
Stabilizing and Enriching the lives of Seniors
Empowering Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
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GUIDED BY FAITH
Permanent Principles of Catholic Social Teaching Dignity of the Human Person
The Common Good
Subsidiarity
Solidarity
The work of Catholic Charities of Philadelphia is guided by the Permanent Principles of Catholic Social Teaching and its Catholic response to the needs of its neighbors. These principles shape both why we serve and how we serve, guiding us to uphold human dignity, strengthen our communities, and empower our neighbors through compassionate care and essential services.
Every person is created in God’s image and has sacred worth.
Social conditions should allow people and communities to reach their fulfillment more fully and more easily. Decisions should be made at the most local level possible, helping higher levels support smaller communities. We are one human family, called to bear one another’s burdens and work for the good of all.
OUR IMPACT
Transforming Lives Through Faith and Compassion
Every number represents a life changed. With your help, we can do even more.
5.7 MILLION children’s meals served
2.4 MILLION
meals provided across 50+ food cupboards, shelters, senior centers, and family service centers
3,900
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5,000
12,000
diaper pantry visits
helpline calls
seniors served by Eldercare
showers provided
20,000 327 pounds of fresh food grown
individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities served
Nourish the Hungry & Shelter Those Experiencing Homelessness
WHAT WE DO Every day, thousands of individuals and families in our community struggle to secure basic necessities. Catholic Charities provides more than meals and shelter; we offer a compassionate response to immediate needs while fostering long-term stability. Through food pantries, meal programs, emergency housing, transitional living assistance, and housing stability and rental assistance to prevent homelessness, Catholic Charities ensures that those in crisis find not only sustenance and safety but also the support and resources critical to transforming their lives.
Child Nutrition Program Over 5.7 million nutritious meals are provided annually to children in area schools, childcare centers, shelters, and community locations.
Community Food Program 2.4 million meals served to neighbors facing food insecurity across 50+ Catholic Charities food pantries across the five-county Philadelphia area.
Martha’s Choice Marketplace and Community Farm Nearly 17,000 individuals visit the largest food pantry in Montgomery County annually, selecting fresh, culturally diverse foods, with community farm contributions growing 20,000 pounds of produce each year.
Food Pantries 21,000 guests at Catholic Charities Family Service and Senior Centers and housing sites receive nutritious groceries and meals to help offset rising food costs each year.
SHELTER & TRANSITIONAL HOUSING
Mercy Hospice
Women of Hope (Lombard & Vine)
24 women and 7 mothers in early stages of recovery receive temporary housing, 14-bed facility for women ages 18-25 case management, and supportive experiencing homelessness at our services for themselves and their children Lombard Street location, where they in a sober living environment. receive housing, case management, and life skills training. 22-bed facility for women with mental health challenges and a history of homelessness find stability at our Vine Street location.
Good Shepherd 12-bed single-room occupancy, transitional housing for medically fragile men experiencing homelessness.
Saint John’s Hospice A 40-bed transitional residence and 30bed overnight emergency drop-in center for men experiencing homelessness, alongside a day services program serving 225 men, women, and children in the community with access to case management, showers, clothing, and medical care.
McAuley House 6 medically fragile women experiencing homelessness live in single-room occupancy, transitional housing.
Visitation Homes A permanent supportive housing program where families that previously experienced homelessness reside in 18 stable apartments while receiving continued supportive services.
Strengthen & Support At-Risk Children, Youth, and Families
WHAT WE DO Children deserve to grow up in safe, stable, and loving environments. Catholic Charities focuses on strengthening family bonds whenever possible while also providing alternatives when children need new, nurturing homes. From high-quality licensed preschool programs that lay the groundwork for lifelong learning to out-of-school programs that offer a safe, supportive space for growth, Catholic Charities creates opportunities for children to flourish. We also provide critical support for young families, equipping parents with the tools and resources needed to build strong, stable homes.
Out-of-School Time Over 500 children in Philadelphia participate in safe, academically enriching after-school and summer programs focused on youth development and family support.
Youth Skills Building Program Two dozen youth gain home repair and carpentry skills while giving back by restoring homes impacted by crime through this gun mitigation and antiviolence initiative.
Casa del Carmen Preschool Located in the Hunting Park neighborhood of Philadelphia, Casa del Carmen Preschool Academy provides high-quality, bilingual, PHL pre-K education to young learners aged 3-5.
A Better Way Youth aged 12-18 who have experienced adversity, loss, or trauma are taught social responsibility and conflict resolution skills.
Saint Francis and Saint Vincent Homes
Community Center at Visitation
Adolescents and young adults facing adversity, abuse, or family instability find safety, support, and a path forward. In our group homes and treatment-based programs youth receive educational resources, therapeutic care, and vital social services designed to foster healing, growth, and long-term success.
The Community Center at Visitation is in the Kensington neighborhood of Philadelphia and specializes in working together with our community in providing support and access to educational and social opportunities in addition to wellness programs and resources to promote a mentally and physically healthier population.
Foster Care and Adoption
Saint Oscar Romero Unaccompanied Refugee Minor Program
Catholic Charities provides foster and kinship care for children from birth to age 21 who need temporary placement due to crisis or chronic conditions. The program prioritizes quick, safe permanency while preventing re-entry into care. Resource families mentor birth families to support reunification. Catholic Charities continues to maintain an adoption license, and performs searches for birth parents and children. Catholic Community Services (Community Umbrella Agency #4, a ministry of Catholic Charities) trains resource parents to assist with reunification or, if needed, adoption.
Saint Oscar Romero URM serves young men between the ages of 12 and 18 who have been displaced by immigration and referred through the Federal Office for Refugee Resettlement. This program provides a comprehensive support system to help these vulnerable youths navigate their new lives in a safe and nurturing environment. Participants receive tailored educational support, including language skills development, to help them integrate into their new communities and thrive academically.
School Social Work
Family Navigation Services
Social workers embedded in Archdiocesan high schools help students overcome barriers to academic and personal success.
This program offers support for expectant mothers and parents of young children, providing education, infant care supplies, case management services, and connections to financial and health resources.
Immigration Legal Services Newcomers receive high-quality, low-cost immigration legal services and citizenship classes through our programs.
The Cenacle at Padre Pio Located in the Frankford section of Philadelphia, the center connects parents and community members to parenting education, food and diaper pantries, health literacy programs, community meals, feminine hygiene pantries, laundry services, and more.
Family Service Centers Located in four communities, these centers provide food, diaper pantries, parenting support, financial assistance, personal care pantries and other critical services, and connections to public benefits tailored to community needs.
Catholic Community Services Catholic Community Services Community Umbrella Agency #4 manages child welfare cases formerly handled by the Philadelphia Department of Human Services (DHS) in Northeast Philadelphia. As a DHS-sponsored agency, we provide community-based child protection and welfare services, supporting families in their homes, in placement, or both.
Stabilize & Enrich the Lives of Seniors
WHAT WE DO Aging should be a time of connection and fulfillment. Catholic Charities is committed to ensuring that older adults have access to the resources, companionship, and care they need to lead meaningful lives. We develop and operate high quality senior housing throughout the region, providing stable and supportive living environments that empower older adults to thrive with independence. Our senior centers foster community, engagement, and enrichment, offering spaces where older adults can build relationships and participate in enriching activities. Catholic Charities supports seniors in our housing and parishes and communities across the five counties, ensuring all individuals remain active and valued members of their communities.
Senior Housing
Saint Mary’s Residence
Catholic Charities provides a robust senior housing program that enables seniors who are 62 and older to remain active in their communities while enjoying affordable, dignified, and safe housing.
An independent living complex in Philadelphia serving 38 low-income senior women with single bedrooms, shared bathrooms and shared living spaces and breakfast and dinner each day.
Senior Centers
Eldercare
The Senior Community Centers located throughout Philadelphia, in partnership with the Philadelphia Corporation for Aging, offer opportunities for socialization, recreation, physical exercise, education, and nutritional support with a focus on overall health, wellness, and independence for our elder generations in need.
Catholic Charities supports older adults in parishes throughout the Archdiocese of Philadelphia. Through a team of Care Managers, we assist individuals and families by providing valuable resources, acting as advocates and liaisons, and coordinating needed services.
Community Nurse The community nurse supports seniors in Catholic Charities’ senior housing facilities and senior community centers by connecting them with healthcare resources, providing health education and screenings, and helping navigate medical concerns.
Empower Individuals with Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities
WHAT WE DO Everyone deserves the opportunity to live a life filled with purpose and inclusion. Catholic Charities is dedicated to removing barriers and opening the doors to opportunities for individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD). With specialized programs, supported employment, wellness and community integration initiatives, and residential options, we help individuals with IDD gain skills, confidence, and contribute meaningfully to their communities.
PEDIATRIC AND SCHOOL AGE SUPPORT SERVICES
St. Edmond’s Home for Children Located on a beautiful 15-acre campus in Rosemont, PA, we serve 40 children from infancy through school age who are living with intellectual and physical disabilities, offering a comprehensive range of residential, medical, nursing, and therapeutic services.
Life Sharing Through Family Living Program Over 71 adults with intellectual disabilities and children with medical complexities live in a family setting that provides long-term care. Supported by interdisciplinary teams, provider families assist these individuals with their overall needs, assisting them in accessing community resources and participating in recreational, social, volunteer, work, school and worship activities.
Respite Care Our Respite program offers caregivers of individuals with intellectual disabilities short-term relief, ranging from one day to extended stays. Through this program, caregivers can rest knowing their loved ones are receiving compassionate care in a supportive environment, giving them a well-earned break.
ADULT RESIDENTIAL LIVING ARRANGEMENT SERVICES
Don Guanella Community Homes 25 unique home settings, including the Don Guanella Village Mini Campus’ three Intermediate Care Facilities which provide 24/7 nursing to medically fragile clients.
Life Sharing Through Family Living Program Over 71 adults with intellectual disabilities and children with medical complexities live in a family setting that provides longterm care.
Divine Providence Village Divine Providence Village is an Intermediate Care Facility comprehensive residential program for seventy-two adult women with IDD.
ADULT COMMUNITY INTEGRATION SERVICES
Our Lady of Fatima Day Program Day Programs at Our Lady of Fatima Parish provide personal growth and enrichment opportunities. Offerings, including an Adult Training Facility, an Aging Program, Community Participation Support, and Community Employment catering to each individual’s diverse needs and interests.
Special Trips Individuals enjoy monthly outings such as creative workshops, cruises, vacations, museum visits, theater performances, and sporting events. Personalized support ensures a safe and enriching experience for all participants.
Thank You for Joining Us in Our Mission Guided by the love and compassion of Jesus Christ, Catholic Charities serves the most vulnerable in our community with dignity and care—fulfilling the mission of the Church. Whether it’s providing meals, securing safe housing, or offering long-term support, we are committed to strengthening families and uplifting individuals. Together, we are creating a lasting impact.
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