Palm Beach, FL – May 30, 2024 – Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Palm Beach is pleased to announce the receipt of a generous grant from the Town of Palm Beach United Way. This award, totaling $35,000, will significantly bolster the organization's efforts to serve some of the most vulnerable populations in our community.
The grant includes $30,000 allocated to support guardianship services for incapacitated elderly individuals through the Elder Affairs Program. This funding will enable Catholic Charities to continue providing essential guardianship services, ensuring that our elderly clients receive the care, protection, and advocacy they need to live with dignity and respect.
Additionally, $5,000 of the grant is designated for the Bakhita Empowerment Program, which assists victims of human trafficking. This support will enhance the program's ability to provide comprehensive services to survivors, helping them to rebuild their lives and regain their independence.
"We are deeply grateful to the Town of Palm Beach United Way for their continued partnership and generous support," said Ellen T. Wayne, Executive Director of Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Palm Beach. "This grant will have a profound impact on our ability to serve those in need, particularly the elderly and victims of human trafficking. It is through such community collaboration that we can make a real difference in the lives of our clients."
The Elder Affairs Program provides critical guardianship services to incapacitated elderly individuals, ensuring their well-being and protecting their rights. The Bakhita Empowerment Program offers comprehensive support to survivors of human trafficking, including case management, counseling, and assistance with legal and immigration services.
Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Palm Beach is dedicated to providing compassionate care and advocacy for those in need, regardless of their faith or background. This grant from the Town of Palm Beach United Way underscores the shared commitment to improving the lives of individuals and families in our community.
For more information about the programs and services provided by Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Palm Beach, please visit our website at www.ccdpb.org.
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About Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Palm Beach:
Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Palm Beach provides a wide range of social services to individuals and families in need, regardless of their religious affiliation. Our mission is to serve people in need and create hope in all stages of life with a vision to create a community of self-sufficient individuals healthy in mind, body, and spirit.
About Town of Palm Beach United Way:
The Town of Palm Beach United Way was founded in 1945 with the objective to raise and allocate funds to area charitable and philanthropic organizations. Over the years, our United Way has raised over $136 million to help those in Palm Beach County who need it the most. Their mission is to create long-lasting and measurable changes that improve lives and build strong communities throughout Palm Beach County by ensuring everyone has access to the building blocks for a good quality of life: education, health and financial stability.
