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Serving The People of Southeastern MA
Who We Are
Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Fall River works with persons of all faiths and cultures in the Spirit of God’s universal love to embrace the dignity of every individual by fostering empowerment, resilience, opportunity, and hope.
"For I was hungry and you gave me food, I was thirsty and you gave me drink, I was a stranger and you welcomed me, I was naked and you clothed me, I was sick and you visited me…"
Serving The People of Southeastern Massachusetts
Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Fall River is a multi-service, multi-sited not-for-profit organization serving Southeastern Massachusetts.
We have offices spread throughout that area and work closely with other local organizations so that we can better serve the many people who rely on our help. The central office is located in Fall River, with offices in New Bedford, and Hyannis on Cape Cod.
Five Counties And Thousands Of People
Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Fall River serves people in the Bristol, Barnstable, Nantucket, Dukes County, and Plymouth County.
Respect - Teamwork - Accountability - Empathy - Communication - Integrity - Trust - Compassion - Honesty - Passion
Our Mission
Anchored in faith, our mission is to embrace the dignity of every individual by fostering empowerment, resilience, opportunity, and hope.
Our Vision
A world where each individual has abundant resources to thrive, compassion for each other, faith to sustain, and hope for tomorrow.
Our Team
Board of Directors
Members
MOST REVEREND EDGAR M. da CUNHA, S.D.V., D.D.
Bishop, Diocese of Fall River; President
REVEREND DAVID FREDERICI
Vicar General, Diocese of Fall River; Clerk, Secretary
KEVIN R. KILEY
Chancellor, Diocese of Fall River; Treasurer
MIRIAM SHERMAN
CEO Catholic Foundation
REVEREND DAVID COSTA
Pastor, Diocese of Fall River
Directors
MARK GENDREAU, MBA
Board Chair
KATHLEEN SYLVIA, RN, MSW
Board Vice Chair
PATRICK VILLELLA, JD
Attorney
JOHN T. WELDON, MSW, LICSW
PAUL DUMOUCHEL, PHM, CPM
JOAQUIM “JACK” LIVRAMENTO
KATHY DUARTE
CHRISTINE BOARDMAN
Executive Team
Susan Mazzarella, M.A., L.S.W.
Chief Executive Officer
Happiness Nosike-Unaka
Chief Operating Officer
Rui Rosa
Chief Financial Officer
Debra Parent
VP of Human Resources
FAQs
The Solanus Casey Food Pantry is located in New Bedford, Massachusetts in our New Bedford Office and serves residents on the Southcoast, Massachusetts, including Bristol county.
CCFR provides basic and emergency needs to families and individuals with pressing needs: Food, utility and rental assistance, homelessness, and as needed financial assistance for other types of needs
Our Housing and Housing Retention Programs are funded through Catholic Charities USA, and Fannie Mae. The program offers housing counseling for both homeowners and renters alike, addressing foreclosures, pre-purchase counseling, credit counseling, and budget counseling.
For financial assistance, We help many with their first and last month’s rent payments in order to secure housing. In some cases, CCFR also assists individuals/families with back rent (arrears).
CLICK HERE to learn about free and low-cost legal services for low-income refugees and immigrants, including assistance with immigration documents, and legal representation before government agencies.
The Office for Child Protection is responsible for ensuring the necessary safety and security for all children as they participate in Church and religious activities.