USDA delivery cuts, post-pandemic demand, and reduced SNAP benefits are colliding at the worst possible time for families who depend on St. Francis House.

City of Roanoke prepares for second annual ‘Run for Refugees’ race

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The race is a fundraiser for Commonwealth Catholic Charities who helps refugees who relocate to Virginia.

‘They are not alone’: Local students empty piggy banks to help Afghan refugee children

Read full article: ‘They are not alone’: Local students empty piggy banks to help Afghan refugee children

When given the opportunity to make a difference, students at Roanoke Catholic chose to help the children of Afghan Refugees now living in the Commonwealth. Students have been donating money all week to send to Commonwealth Catholic Charities to purchase backpacks and supplies.

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Empty shelves, a 61% drop in deliveries: The crisis hitting Roanoke’s St. Francis House food pantry

City of Roanoke prepares for second annual ‘Run for Refugees’ race

‘They are not alone’: Local students empty piggy banks to help Afghan refugee children