Disaster Strikes! How can you help?

Baton Rouge—After any disaster, the phones at Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Baton Rouge (CCDBR) start ringing. The staff at the agency brace for the calls from people wanting to help as news of the destruction unfolds.

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“We aren’t surprised that people in Louisiana want to help” said David Aguillard, CCDBR Executive Director. “The people of South Louisiana are traditionally known for being some of the most generous in the country. Since the outpouring of support for the state after Hurricane Katrina, that tradition grew even stronger.” Continue reading…

Office closure 4/18 – 22

Our offices will be closed Thursday, April 18, due to bad weather. We will reopen Tuesday, April 23 after the Easter Holiday.

Downtown Way of the Cross set for Good Friday

Catholic Charities Diocese of Baton Rouge, St. Vincent de Paul and St. Joseph Cathedral will host their annual Downtown Way of the Cross Good Friday, April 19 from 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. The procession begins at St. Joseph Cathedral, travels a 14-station route throughout the State Capitol grounds, returning to the steps of the Cathedral. Continue reading…

CCDBR holds annual meeting

On February 13, 2019, Catholic Charities Diocese of Baton Rouge staff, volunteers and board members celebrated the agency’s accomplishments of the past year, highlighted plans for the future and announced two awards. Gerri Hobdy, CCDBR Board Chair, presided over the event, and Bishop Michael Duca opened with a prayer. The agency’s annual report can be found here.  Continue reading…

Disaster Strikes! How can you help?

Catholic Charities of Baton Rouge offers these tips for helping after disaster

Baton Rouge—After any disaster, the phones at Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Baton Rouge (CCDBR) start ringing. The staff at the agency brace for the calls from people wanting to help as news of the destruction unfolds. Continue reading…