Welcome New Board Officers and Members for 2026-2027

Catholic Charities announces its newly elected board officers, warmly welcomes its incoming board members, and celebrates the dedicated leaders continuing their service into the next fiscal year.

Board Officers:

President: Percy Kavasmaneck

Vice President: Nanette Cassidy

Treasurer: Vito Gendusa

Secretary: Daniel Lewis

Past President: William Shannon

New Board Members:

Very Rev. Scott Adams

Amy Acierno

Amy Belisle

Theresa Ford

John Herrick (Welcome back!)

Caryn Toole

Current board members continuing in this next year:

Marietta Muina McNulty

Catalina Pines

Jennifer Trefelner

Robert Indresao

Jennifer Brancaccio

Kisha Belland Francis

J. Patrick Fitzgerald/Robert Diaz

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Seminarians Experience the Mission of Catholic Charities

As part of their summer formation program, seminarians spent time at Catholic Charities, where they experienced firsthand how we serve our neighbors through ministries that provide hope, healing, and practical support to those in need.

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WPBF Discusses Human Trafficking Awareness

Human Trafficking happens in every community - and awareness is one of our strongest tools in preventing it. Thank you to WPBF 25 News for inviting Catholic Charities to discuss this critical issue and the work of our Bakhita Empowerment Program.

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Sharing Hope with Youth at the Palm Beach Juvenile Detention Center

This Fourth of July, Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Palm Beach's Prison Ministry was honored to host a special barbecue for the youth at the Palm Beach Regional Juvenile Detention Center.

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A New Beginning for Geanie and Her Family

When Geanie arrived at the Samaritan Center, she was seeking safety, stability, and the chance to rebuild her life. Today, she and her family are no longer defined by the hardships endured, but by the hope, resilience, and brighter future they are creating together.

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Prison Ministry RESCATE Retreat Held

Catholic Charities prison ministry held its annual RESCATE retreat at the Martin County Correction Institution July 17-19. RESCATE, which means "rescue" in Spanish, offers incarcerated men an opportunity to experience Christ's love and mercy.

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EWTN Nightly News Explores Human Trafficking

The 2026 World Cup, like many sporting events, create a spike in human trafficking - making awareness and prevention more important than ever. Watch this news clip featuring our CEO, Ellen T. Wayne, discussing this issue.

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Florida Pregnancy Care Network

Catholic Charities is honored to announce the renewal of it's partnership with the Florida Pregnancy Care Network through five grant contracts supporting four Birthline Lifeline centers and our Women's Pregnancy Solutions mobile units.

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Jim Moran Foundation

Catholic Charities announces the renewal of funding from the Jim Moran Foundation to prevent Palm Beach County older adults at risk of homelessness from eviction and foreclosure. This funding helps vulnerable seniors remain safety housed.



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Hope Valley Resource Center

A heartfelt thank you to Hope Valley Resource Center for their generous donation of 50 backpacks to help Pahokee children in need start the school year prepared and confident.