Catholic Charities Diocese of Venice receives $500,000 donation for Hurricane Ian recovery

Sarasota Herald-Tribune
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Bishop Frank J. Dewane, left, applauds as Eddie Gloria, CEO of Catholic Charities Diocese of Venice, accepts a $500,000 check from Sister Donna Markham of Catholic Charities USA to assist Hurricane Ian victims.
Bishop Frank J. Dewane, left, applauds as Eddie Gloria, CEO of Catholic Charities Diocese of Venice, accepts a $500,000 check from Sister Donna Markham of Catholic Charities USA to assist Hurricane Ian victims.

VENICE — Catholic Charities Diocese of Venice, the charitable arm of the Diocese of Venice, received a $500,000 contribution from Catholic Charities USA on Tuesday to assist those impacted by Hurricane Ian.

Sister Donna Markham, president and CEO of CCUSA, presented the check to Eddie Gloria, CEO of the Catholic Charities Diocese of Venice, at the Catholic Center in Venice. They were joined by the Most Rev. Frank J. Dewane, Bishop of the Diocese of Venice in Florida.

Sister Donna said donations from across the country made the contribution possible.

“Wow. We are honored and grateful to have such a significant donation from Catholic Charities USA,” Gloria said. “This will go a long way in helping us to achieve our mission of providing help, creating hope, and serving all, especially with so many now suffering from the effects of this terrible hurricane that hit us head-on here in southwest Florida.”

CCUSA and its disaster response teams have a long history of mobilizing quickly to meet the needs of those affected by catastrophic events in the U.S. and its territories. The work begins with direct relief to meet immediate needs, such as water, food, and shelter. CCUSA continues with long-term relief assistance, including housing and home repairs, financial assistance, and crisis counseling, that helps individuals and families rebuild their lives.

To donate to recovery efforts in the Diocese of Venice, including the restoration and repair of churches and schools, visit dioceseofvenice.org/hurricaneian.

The Catholic Charities Diocese of Venice, founded in 1984 by the Diocese of Venice, serves the community by developing and providing affordable housing and rapid rehousing; offering health and human services; and providing food pantries, counseling, legal assistance, education, and disaster response in 10 counties, including Charlotte, Collier, DeSoto, Lee, Manatee, and Sarasota.

For more information about Catholic Charities Diocese of Venice or to donate or volunteer, visit catholiccharitiesdov.org.

Submitted by Karen Schwarz

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