Trey Reymond (far right) at his alma mater University of Notre Dame with his son Lee and father Leon, Jr.

As Catholic Charities celebrates its centennial year, the theme of legacy resonates deeply in the stories we’ve shared. Trey Reymond, who is serving as the 2024 chair for the Archbishop Hannan Community Appeal (AHCA), is yet another example of an individual, fueled by the legacy of his family, helping lead Catholic Charities’ vital campaign into the next Century of Service.

The annual AHCA, which is powered by the dedication of volunteers, supports Catholic Charities and addresses pressing community challenges. This year’s goal is $1.75 million to support the nearly two dozen programs Catholic Charities operates to serve those most in need.

Serving as this year’s campaign chair is a natural fit for Trey, a local attorney. His father, Leon J. Reymond, served as AHCA chair in 2001, and has been an invaluable resource as Trey works to help the agency live up to the legacy of Archbishop Philip Hannan, a stalwart champion of those facing crisis in the Archdiocese.

“My father’s life-long work for the good of society is an inspiration to me. He made his difference through Catholic nonprofits, including Catholic Charities. He is still very interested in the organization and is always eager to offer advice,” Trey said.

Some of Trey’s first memories as a young professional include participating in bus tours that visited the various ministries of Catholic Charities. He has been involved with the boards of several organizations, including the Catholic Community Foundation and the Daughters of Charity (now Ascension DePaul Services). As a board member with LCMC Health, he was instrumental in securing a $15,000 gift for Catholic Charities to use this year for Thanksgiving baskets for families in need. Faith and family play a significant role in how Trey conducts his life. It’s these same qualities and character that Trey hopes to instill in his own children.

“My faith dovetails with my work for Catholic Charities and its mission in that doing for others is a central teaching of Christ and what the Catholic faith is about. It’s important to give back and make sure everyone has an opportunity in life for a hand up when they need it,” Trey said.

Trey is also particularly honored to have the opportunity to serve as chair during the centennial celebration of Catholic Charities.

“Catholic Charities has a great tradition of helping the less fortunate in our community and to play a part in such an organization during a year of celebration is a true honor. This milestone causes us all to reflect on the impact that Catholic Charities, its employees, and its volunteers have had on our city. It’s also a great honor to work with Sr. Marjorie in her final year prior to retirement. She’s been a Christlike force leading Catholic Charities for more than a decade and her accomplishments speak for themselves,” Trey said.

As the centennial celebration for the agency concludes, it’s vital to ensure the legacies of those before and after us continue to be highlighted. They serve as examples of benevolence in a world that can often be filled with challenges.

Visit ccano.org/ahca to make a contribution.