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When Amy first arrived in Denver, it was under difficult circumstances. Just weeks earlier, she had lost everything she owned—three duffel bags packed with her belongings, including a pregnancy pillow she used every night. She … Read more
Rachel never imagined she would find herself in a counseling office. “I didn’t know who needed to go to counseling or why.” Her perspective changed dramatically in November 2021 when trauma struck inside her home. … Read more
Nestled in the heart of Colorado’s Western Slope, Catholic Charities operates a unique ministry extending the healing ministry of Jesus Christ to the poor and those in need across three counties: Garfield, Eagle and Pitkin. … Read more
“It’s a step toward stability for the fastest growing population of people experiencing homelessness in Colorado.” Catholic Charities Housing and partners celebrated the grand opening, blessing and ribbon-cutting for the All Saints Apartments on Thursday, … Read more
From Shelter Resident to Housing Navigator: Jade’s Journey with Samaritan House Jade often sees the faces of her own family—her mother, aunts and grandmothers—in the women she now helps at Samaritan House 48th. Having once … Read more
At Marisol Family, a dedicated group of volunteers, fondly known as the “Sorting Sisters,” gather every Monday morning to sort through donated children’s clothing. The women – Marilyn, Mary, Dana, June , and Janny – … Read more
For more than 27 years, Bob Winans has been a shining light at Samaritan House Fort Collins, embodying the spirit of service and compassion that defines our mission. He’s one of those amazing people who … Read more
A transformative project aimed at providing a sense of community and security to 271 women at Samaritan House 48th just reached the finish line. The project, featuring innovative private spaces known as Domes, stands as … Read more
Working Towards Stability at Samaritan House 48th Carole is one of more than 230 residents currently staying at Samaritan House 48th, a Catholic Charities shelter for single women in northeast Denver. Before coming to Samaritan … Read more
Homelessness had long been a harsh reality for Bethany, her son, Aiden and her mother, Julie. Before the three of them arrived at Samaritan House Greeley, they lived at two Catholic Charities’ shelters in Denver. … Read more
In the News
School Supply Drive
Shelves may be full, but back-to-school shoppers face sticker shock; August 10, 2022
Afghan Legal Services Project
Denverite: Hundreds of Colorado volunteers race against the clock to help Afghan refugees stay here; July 5, 2022
U.S. Supreme Court decision on Roe v. Wade
Denver7: Hundreds of Denver metro students participate in walkout to protest Roe vs. Wade SCOTUS, May 12, 2022
AM 630 KHOW: Lynn Grandon, Respect Life Denver offers help for struggling pregnant women, May 10, 2022
CBS4 Denver: Leaked Roe v. Wade Opinion Reverberates Through Colorado, May 4, 2022
Denver7: 'We're in uncharted waters': Many questions linger after unprecedented leak of Roe v. Wade draft opinion: May 2, 2022
Fox31: Colorado leaders, groups react to Roe v. Wade news, May 2, 2022
House Bill22-1279
9News: Colorado lawmakers spend more than 24 hours debating bill that would make abortion a right, March 12, 2022
CBS4Denver: Reproductive Health Equity Act Passes Colorado’s House Of Representatives 7-4, March 12, 2022
Dan Caplis 630 KHOW: Sharry Halpin, Marisol volunteer shares personal story of abortion regret, March 11, 2022
Denver Catholic: Catholic community opposes radical abortion bill proposed in Colorado, March 10, 2022
Denver7: Bill that would codify abortion access faces first committee test, March 8, 2022
Pro-lifers invited to public rally opposing radical abortion bill this Saturday, March 12; March 8, 2022
Winter weather coverage
Denver7: Getting ready for the freeze: Temperatures take a nosedive as the cold weather moves in, Feb. 21, 2022
CBS4 Denver: Northern Colorado Emergency Shelters Open As Temperatures Drop Like A Rock, Feb. 21, 2022
Telemundo Denver: Refugios en Denver se llenan debido al frío extremo (Denver shelters filling up due to extreme cold), Feb. 23, 2022
Marshall Fire
Denver Catholic: Marshall Fire victims find aid in Archdiocesan Fire and Disaster Relief Fund, Feb. 17, 2022
Respect Life Denver
Denver Catholic: Read the winning essay from this year’s Celebrate Life student essay contest, Jan. 25, 2022
9News: Large crowd gathers for Celebrate Life Rally, Jan. 17, 2022
Colorado Politics & The Gazette: Thousands of anti-abortion activists gather for 'Celebrate Life Rally' at Colorado State Capitol, Jan. 17, 2022
Colorado Springs Gazette: Photos: Celebrate Life Rally and March in Denver, Jan. 16, 2022
Dan Caplis Show 630 KHOW: McGarrity family celebrates life, adoption every day with their 8 children, Jan. 13, 2021
The Gazette: Colorado Springs abortion opponents gear up for potential overturning of Roe v. Wade during upcoming events, Jan. 13, 2021
Denver Catholic: ‘Bring Your Joy’ to historic Celebrate Life Rally and March Jan. 15, Dec. 31, 2021
National Catholic Register: Inflation Spike Adds Another Burden to Families Struggling Economically, Dec. 17, 2021
Marisol Health
Denver Catholic: Parishes and Marisol Health team up to help moms in need, Dec. 13, 2021
Thanksgiving- Samaritan House 48th
9News: Samaritan House 48th seen by some as a saving grace, Nov. 25, 2021
Respect Life Denver
Telemundo Denver (Spanish): Colorado también ofrece opciones de vida donde alientan a las embarazadas a no interrumpir la gestación (Colorado offers life options where pregnant women are encouraged not to terminate their pregnancies), Nov. 18, 2021
Samaritan House 48th
Fox31/CW2: Help Coats for Colorado keep more people warm this winter, check your closet, Nov. 10, 2021
Respect Life Denver
Catholic News Agency: Denver pro-life Eucharistic procession circles state's largest abortion clinic, Oct. 6, 2021
9News: A Denver Planned Parenthood has seen a 520% increase in patients from Texas, Oct. 5, 2021
School Supply Drive
Denver Post: Experts warn Colorado families not to wait for the last bell to buy school supplies, Aug. 7, 2021
Samaritan House 48th
Denver 7: Colorado nonprofits prepare to step up with federal freeze on evictions slated to end, July 15, 2021
Yahoo! News/CBS4: New Samaritan House Opens To Serve Women Experiencing Homelessness, June 30, 2021
9News: Denver to acquire motels to shelter those experiencing homelessness, June 30, 2021