Meet CCANO’s Volunteers of the Month for February 2020, Philip and Venus Boutte, mentors at Isaiah 43. The Boutte’s got involved through their church, Our Lady Star of the Sea, as a way to give back to families and … Continue reading
Meet CCANO’s Volunteer of the Month for January 2020, Russ Greco. After retitiring, Russ wanted to connect with the community by volunteering with Immigration and Refugee Services’ Family Literacy Services as a tutor. Thank you for your dedicated service, Russ!
The Volunteer of the Month December 2019 is Karen DeBlieux, the Archbishop Hannan Community Appeal campaign co-chair with husband Dr. Peter DeBliux. Dr. Peter DeBlieux is the Chief Experience Officer at University Medical Center New Orleans where he directs patient … Continue reading
Meet Essie Theyard, a volunteer with CCANO’s Foster Grandparents. After working with children all her life, Essie was looking for a volunteer opportunity with children after retiring to stay mentally and physically active. She has been a loving, supportive influence … Continue reading
Meet Andrew Porter, a volunteer with CCANO’s Institutional Advancement Grants department. For over a year, Andrew has used his strong writing and editing skills to assist the Grants Manager in researching and submitting grant proposals. Thank you, Andrew, for your … Continue reading
Meet Alice Skinner, a Therapeutic Family Services volunteer. As a Foster parent, Alice has provided a safe and loving environment to numerous children for over twenty years. Thank you, Alice, for opening your home and your heart!
Meet Ellen Callais, a Project SAVE volunteer. As a Tulane undergrad, Ellen was looking for a meaningful internship experience that could help her determine what she would like to pursue after college. While she learned a lot professionally, her awareness … Continue reading
Ten years is time for a celebration. The SERVE program (Students Engaging in Reflective Volunteer Experiences) of Catholic Charities Archdiocese of New Orleans (CCANO) turned 10 years old this summer. Since 2009, 926 high school students have volunteered one or more … Continue reading
Since wrapping up another successful year of S.E.R.V.E. (Students Engaging in Reflective Volunteer Experiences), our high school student volunteers have shared what their experiences this summer have meant to them. “At Greenwalt Adult Day Healthcare Center, I was out … Continue reading
Meet Lena Williams, a SERVE (Students Engaging in Reflective Volunteer Experiences) volunteer. This is her second summer participating, and her experience with the seniors at CCANO’s PACE was profoundly memorable. Thank you, Lena, for your enthusiastic work!