by CCFW | Sep 25, 2018 | Uncategorized
What does brain science have to do with poverty? Quite a bit actually. And understanding how the brain works is a vital component of our work with clients. Poverty is exhausting. And when you’re trapped in the cycle, hopelessness often sets in. Asking for help is hard...
by CCFW | Jun 19, 2018 | Uncategorized
*updated to include statement from Bishop Michael Olson on recent executive order* Statement on the Executive Order Allowing Family at the U.S. / Mexico Border to Remain Together I am grateful for President Trump’s executive order that places a priority on the safety...
by CCFW | Aug 29, 2017 | Uncategorized
“The Catholic Diocese of Fort Worth and our Catholic Charities will embrace and help both materially and spiritually our brothers and sisters who are victims of the ravages of Hurricane Harvey. Our prayers are with each and everyone, victims and those coming to their...
by CCFW | Jun 13, 2017 | Uncategorized
“Fear of success is at least as big a challenge as fear of failure. Because if it works, things are going to change. Are you ready for that?” – Seth Godin I could tell you countless examples of CCFW’s success moving people out of poverty. But too...
by CCFW | May 12, 2017 | Uncategorized
I grew up wanting for nothing. I grew up with a mom and dad who loved me. I grew up never feeling unsafe or unsecure. That didn’t stop my parents from ensuring I understood that not everyone had it as good as me. To ensure I had the opportunity to come face to face...
by CCFW | Apr 12, 2017 | Uncategorized
Photo by Michael Kienitz It’s no secret that one of the most pressing issues facing our country today is housing. In fact, most families in poverty are spending over half of their monthly income on rent, leaving very little for other basic needs and certainly no...
