Everyone has a story in life. The personal stories shared here show how people's lives have been transformed by the power of giving and receiving. We hope you are inspired to a life of generosity, and that you will share your story as well as these with others.
Kita
Kita has seen all sides of hospice care. She began working at Holy Family Hospice 15 years ago as a nursing assistant at the Parma site and in homes and soon advanced to a team...
Charlotte Rose
After an emergency C-section with her first child, Christie’s life was in danger. She was at risk of a stroke and admitted to the ICU with blood clots in her lungs. “Another pregnancy would be...
De'Shawn
In the heart of Cleveland’s Glenville neighborhood, there’s a place where teens are welcomed, encouraged, and challenged to become leaders. Kayla and De’Shawn are among many who’ve found growth and fun in the Catholic Charities...
Chris
Chris Cotone remembers tagging along with his dad, St. John Bosco music director Norm Cotone, for evening choir rehearsals – and falling asleep in the pews. “It felt like another home. Everyone there helped raise...
Andrea
Andrea Ferraro is a member of Queen of Heaven Parish in Uniontown. She is a professor of Public Relations in the School of Business at the University of Mount Union. A few years ago, Andrea Ferraro’s...
Fr. John Chlebo
“I like to call them the wisdom figures,” says Father John Chlebo when speaking of the priests he ministers to as diocesan delegate for senior priests. “We still need them, even those who can no...
Anthony Donatelli
Anthony Donatelli, a third-year seminarian at Saint Mary Seminary, had an unexpected foreshadowing of his future this past May when he was sent to Gesu Parish to speak about the Heart of a Shepherd campaign....
Karen and Andy Rebholz
When you're the Chief Financial Officer of a large corporation, it's no surprise when charitable organizations come looking for your expertise and involvement. "I think I had a target on my back," says Andy Rebholz...
Tom and Rose Corrigan
Tom and Rose are lifelong Clevelanders whose focus on family and Catholic education have deep roots. Both attended Catholic grade school and high school. The tradition continues as their daughter in-law is currently pursuing her...
Pat and Nancy Sullivan
"We support Catholic Charities because caring for our neighbors is at the heart of the Gospel," say Nancy and Pat, who have made an intentional choice to support Catholic Charities for many years. "We know...