Research Spotlight: How we know we’re impacting poverty
At Catholic Charities Fort Worth, we create research-backed solutions to end poverty and transform lives. Poverty is complex and there are multiple outcomes that can meaningfully contribute to a family’s journey out of poverty. That's why we developed our Out of...
After fleeing Ukraine on foot, young family puts down new roots in Fort Worth
The Tishutin family was able to come to the U.S. through President Joe Biden’s Uniting for Ukraineprogram, a humanitarian effort to relocate 100,000 Ukrainians to the U.S. They are now staying in Azle with an aunt and uncle, who sponsored their move to the U.S. ...
COVID-19 Medicaid Changes
In response to COVID-19, many public benefits and programs were adjusted to ensure families had continuous access to services. Since March 2020, the standard Medicaid re-eligibility determination has been paused to allow extended coverage to recipients. This extension...
Poverty Awareness Month 2023
As we begin a new year, we are keenly aware of the challenging and complex dynamics faced by those we serve. Last year, the U.S. experienced an average inflation rate of 9.1%, including a 14.1% increase in the cost of housing and a 47.6% increase in the cost of...
Peaster mom finds path to success through nonprofit’s education program
"I want everyone to know about this," the May graduate of Weatherford College said, after describing the practical and expansive help she received from Catholic Charities Fort Worth. "It made me a better mom. It helped me be a better student, it helped me be a better...
Exploring Resource Stability, Part 3: Transportation
This month, we explore the vital need of transportation. One's access to transportation has implications for several areas of their life – from employment to healthcare. Keep reading to learn what research is telling us about the influence and impact of transportation...
Estate Planning: Myths vs. Reality
Legacy gifts are an amazing way for an organization to build future financial sustainability that allows them to focus on their mission and vision. That’s why Catholic Charities Fort Worth established our Endowment in 2011. Our goal was to build an endowment fund...
Research Spotlight: Exploring Resource Stability, Part 2
Last time, we began an in-depth dive into resource stability, starting with the issue of housing and the role that safe and affordable housing plays in the life of someone experiencing poverty. This month, we’ll continue our resource stability discussion by exploring...
One year after the U.S. left Afghanistan, how are refugees in Dallas-Fort Worth faring?
Some Afghan evacuees have found some solid foundation to restart their lives, but many are still coping with difficulties stemming from a shortage of resettlement case workers and a lack of housing. “Brother, honestly, since I came here I am not feeling good,” said...
Demand increases for Catholic Charities’ transportation services. How to get a cheap ride
Catholic Charities’ transportation services primarily serve low-income residents, people with disabilities and people 65 and older. Thanks to rising fuel costs, the programs have increased in popularity. In the spring of 2021, the program conducted about 3,800 rides....
Catholic Charities program seeks to increase college graduation rates
Catholic Charities Fort Worth is seeking to ease that struggle through its education navigation program, which recently expanded to include schools like Midwestern State University and Vernon College. “We’re easily accessible to students, they can just pop in the...
Fort Worth Transportation Service Blessed Elders People with Disabilities
Catholic Charities has about 30 drivers daily and makes about 240 trips a day, said Matt Jacobs, transportation director. The rides allow clients to pay a minimal fee and be independent. “They don’t have to spend a lot of money Uber riding or trying to hassle a family...
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