“The Lord will guide you always and satisfy your thirst in parched places…and you shall be like a watered garden, like a flowing spring whose

waters never fail.” – Isaiah 58:11

HopePlanting Seeds of

in Our Community

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What good is it, my brothers, if someone says he has faith but does not have works? Can that faith save him? If a brother or sister has nothing to wear and has no food for the day, and one of you says to them, “Go in peace, keep warm, and eat well,” but you do not give them the necessities of the body, what good is it? So also faith of itself, if it does not have works, is dead. – James 2:14-17

Dear Sisters and Brothers in Christ:The Peace of the Lord be with you! Before you is the 2011-12 Annual Report of Catholic Charities of Central Florida. It is a compilation of stories of faith come alive through works, as St. James explains to us in Scripture. It is within these pages that the covenant of faith shared through the ages is born through our response to our baptismal call to love and serve the Lord.

I encourage you to not only page through it for its richness of images, but also take some time to read its words and pray about them. During this Year of Faith, this particular Annual Report may inspire you to reflect upon your own living faith in the Lord through a greater involvement with Catholic Charities of Central Florida as an offering of stewardship.

There is a lot of work to be done on behalf of the people of God! I am grateful to the board of directors, staff, volunteers, and each one of you who profess your faith in the Lord through the works of Catholic Charities of Central Florida. I particularly welcome and thank Mr. Joseph Buranosky, the Executive Director of Catholic Charities of Central Florida, whose leadership of the organization is true to the constancy of its mission, while expanding services to meet the growing needs of the people of God.

May we demonstrate our faith to those we serve from our works, reflective of the generosity of the Lord, our God.

Sincerely yours in Christ,

Most Reverend John NoonanBishop of Orlando

L E T T E R F R O M B I S H O P J O H N N O O N A N

HopeB u i l d i n g

P r o v i d i n g

Opportunity

Dear Friends of Catholic Charities of Central Florida,

The basis of our labor is the message of love that lies at the heart of Catholic Social teaching. Each person we serve has their own unique story, and we strive to treat all with the same dignity, respect, and compassion that Christ calls us to share with each other. In the nine counties of Central Florida that make up the Diocese of Orlando, our staff and volunteers touched the lives of thousands of people in a multitude of programs designed to prevent homelessness, alleviate hunger, strengthen families, provide access to healthcare, provide affordable housing and welcome the stranger in our midst.

As always, our donors and partners continue to stretch their generosity and make a difference in the lives of our brothers and sisters in need. Your recognition of the need, willingness to act and commitment to sacrifice your time talent and treasure sends a powerful message to everyone in our community. Every person is important; every person is called to the fullness of life. We would not be able to do what we do without the tremendous support of our volunteers, donors, parishes, and community partners. Together we continue to make a difference in the lives of countless individuals and families in our communities.

We invite you to review this annual report and see the good work that happens each and every day because you choose to make a difference. On behalf of our brothers and sisters whom we have served this past year we would like to express our deepest appreciation for what you have done and continue to do for Catholic Charities. As we move forward, our focus remains steady on Providing Hope and Building Opportunity for each person we serve in order to achieve and sustain stronger communities for all.

May you all be blessed with the Peace of Christ.

Christopher Gardner Joseph BuranoskyChairman of the Board Executive Director

L E T T E R F R O M T H E B O A R D C H A I RA N D E x E C u T I v E D I R E C T O R

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SUMTER

BREVARD

SEMINOLE

POLKOSCEOLA

MARION

VOLUSIA

LAKE

ORANGE

ProgramsMap

Catholic Charities of Central Florida is committed to serving the community across the nine counties we serve. Regardless of religious, social, or economic background, every person who is served by Catholic Charities is treated with dignity, respect, and compassion. Below is a map that shows our five regions and programs.

ORANGE / OSCEOLA / SEMINOLE COUNTIESPROGRAMS & SERVICES:Counseling ServicesEmergency Family Assistance ProgramFamily Stability InitiativeImmigration and Refugee ServicesPathways to Care, Inc.Pathways to IndependencePregnancy Counseling and Adoption ServicesSemoran Food PantryShepherd’s HouseSt. Joseph Garden CourtsSt. Anthony Garden CourtsSt. Thomas Aquinas Free Medical Clinic

LAKE / SUMTER / MARION COUNTIESPROGRAMS & SERVICES:Counseling ServicesEmergency Family AssistanceFood PantryLazarus Free Medical ClinicSt. Luke Free Medical and Dental Clinic

POLK COUNTYPROGRAMS & SERVICES:Agape Food BankCounseling ServicesFamily Empowerment ProgramLake Morton Senior CenterPregnancy Counseling & Adoption Services

BREVARD COUNTY PROGRAMS & SERVICES:Brevard Interfaith CoalitionCounseling ServicesEmergency Financial AssistanceFood PantryPregnancy Counseling and Adoption Services

VOLUSIA COUNTY PROGRAMS & SERVICES:Counseling ServicesEmergency Financial AssistanceFood PantryPregnancy Counseling and Adoption Services

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*Footnote: During Fiscal Year 12, Catholic Charities of Central Florida served 86,346 individuals directly through our programs. Together with the reach of our Agape Food Bank, collaboration with the Brevard Interfaith Coalition, and other community partners, we were able to touch the lives of more than 150,000 men, women, and children.

ServedN u m b e r s

Preventing Homelessness Emergency Financial Assistance 7,038 peopleFamily Stability Initiative 53 adults and childrenFamily Empowerment Program 130 financial counseling and 35 tax prepShepherd’s House 25 women and 35 childrenPathways to Independence 20 adults

AlleviAting Hunger Food Pantry 61,002 individuals served 500,634 pounds of foodAgape Food Bank 6,287,752 pounds of food to 240 nonprofits*Mobile Food pantry 8,200 individuals, 95,000 pounds of foodSmilePak 400 children

strengtHening FAmilies Counseling 812 individuals Pregnancy Counseling 76 birthparents counseledAdoption Placement 15 children placed in loving homesLake Morton Senior Center 242 seniorsBrevard Interfaith Coalition 95 faith-based agencies* ThinkSmart 2,344 youth

Welcoming tHe strAnger Immigration and Legal Services 2,417 individualsComprehensive Refugee Services 1,871 individualsResettlement 254 individuals

Providing Access to HeAltHcAre St. Thomas Medical Clinic An average of 336 individuals for a total of 1,007 patient visitsLazarus Medical Clinic An average of 375 individuals for a total of 1,126 patient visitsSt. Luke Medical and Dental Clinic An average of 311 individuals for a total of 934 patient visitsPathways to Care 200 individuals provided a safe place to heal

Providing AFFordAble Housing St. Joseph Garden Courts 95 seniorsSt. Anthony Garden Courts 60 seniors

totAl served 86,346 individuals*Number not included in total

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FamiliesS t r e n g t h e n i n g

The effect of financial insecurity, poverty, and unemployment on the well-being of the family is often debilitating. unemployment specifically has been shown to exacerbate feelings of depression, anxiety, and stress [National Alliance on Mental Illness, 2012]. By providing services that strengthen families at all stages of life, Catholic Charities offers nourishment and support essential to their positive growth.

counseling: The licensed mental health counselors at Catholic Charities provide successful counseling sessions for individuals and families, including: relationship, pre-marital, martial, post-divorce, family, grief, and trauma counseling.

PregnAncy counseling And AdoPtion services: Catholic Charities provides pregnancy counseling and assistance with the adoption process. Case managers help each individual take control of their decisions and move forward to a happy and healthy future for both parent and child.

lAke morton senior center: At the Lake Morton Senior Center in Lakeland, over 60 seniors each day participate in fellowship, dining, educational and recreational activities designed to reduce isolation and keep seniors independent.

brevArd interFAitH coAlition is a collaboration of 95 faith-based and secular organizations in Brevard County initiated by Catholic Charities. They work together to address the social services of children in the community.

tHinksmArt: In August 2011, new funding from the Department of Health allowed the ThinkSmart Abstinence Education Program to restart. ThinkSmart is present in 28 schools, churches, detention centers, and youth groups. Instructors teach relationship building techniques, positive decision making, and critical thinking skills to help youth avoid at risk behaviors.

A single mother facing an unexpected pregnancy,

Typhannie Lang turned to Catholic Charities for help.

With counseling and support from the adoption program,

her son Colin was placed into a loving and grateful family.

“Support is the main thing. For a woman to come in and

know there is somebody there to comfort you and understand.”

“They that hope in the LORD will renew their strength, they will soar on eagles’ wings.”

– Isaiah 40: 31

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HungerA l l e v i a t i n g

In 2011, one in five Florida households reported not having enough money to buy food. Two of the nine counties we serve were considered among the highest in the nation for food hardship [FRAC, 2011]. In response to this need, Catholic Charities provides access to sufficient, safe, and nutritious food critical to nourishing a healthy life.

Food PAntry: Catholic Charities proudly operates five food pantries serving six counties across Central Florida. Bags of food are provided to families in order to ease the strain of worrying how to feed their children.

AgAPe Food bAnk leads the fight against hunger for Polk, Hardee, and Highlands counties. Through a network of more than 250 participating soup kitchens, churches, senior centers, and other not-for-profits, Agape provided over 6 million pounds of food to struggling families in the community.

mobile PAntry: Agape also sends trucks loaded with food items to remote high-need neighborhoods. These “mobile pantries” occur at least once a month and have served an estimated 3,000 people.

smilePAk: In January 2012 Agape Food Bank launched its latest program, SmilePak. During the school year, backpacks filled with nutritious food are given to school children to take home with them for the weekend. Without these backpacks, many of these children would go hungry until they returned to school on Monday.

When his father lost his job, Jimmy’s family struggled to make ends meet.

Faced with choosing between keeping electricity or buying food, the week’s worth of meals provided by Catholic

Charities’ mobile pantry was a Godsend.

“Mom and me are here to get some food to eat tonight. We didn’t

have any yesterday and only some bread the day before.”

“If you lavish your food on the hungry and satisfy the afflicted; Then your light shall rise in the darkness” – Isaiah 58: 10

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On a given night, 56,700 people were reported homeless in Florida. Of these, 26.6% are families with children [Council on Homelessness Report, 2011]. In the face of homelessness, job loss, or financial instability, Catholic Charities offers individuals and families the opportunity to rebuild their lives in hopes of a better future. By teaching the skills that lead to greater self-sufficiency we help prevent homelessness in our community.

emergency FinAnciAl services provides families in an unexpected financial emergency with rent, mortgage, and utilities assistance, as well as referrals to other community services.

FAmily stAbility initiAtive began to serve families in Orange County in August 2011. Case Managers work with families who are at-risk of homelessness, teaching financial management, employability, and other life skills. Financial skills are also taught to children with the goal of breaking the intergenerational cycle of poverty.

tHe FAmily emPoWerment ProgrAm works to reduce the number of families and individuals in the Western Region facing homelessness by increasing resources to build healthy financial decision making and decrease long term dependence on assistance. Case Managers provide clients with financial counseling, credit counseling, and tax preparation.

PAtHWAys to indePendence is a transitional living facility for the chronically homeless. Successful residents find and maintain employment, focus on self-improvement and stability, begin a savings plan, and move into permanent housing at the end of the nine month program.

sHePHerd’s House provides support and resources to at-risk, economically disadvantaged homeless single mothers and their children in dire need of stable and affordable housing. Last year, 75% of families obtained permanent housing after graduating from the program and developed life skills needed for future self-sufficiency.

A series of misfortunes left Didi Abel homeless and alone. Since arriving at

Pathways to Independence she has received employment

and financial counseling. She looks forward to using

these skills to move into her own house at the end of the

program.

“Staying at Pathways has allowed me to pay

off bills and save more.”

HomelessnessP r e v e n t i n g

“Rich and poor have a common bond: the Lord is the maker of them all.”

– Proverbs 22:2

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HealthcareP r o v i d i n g A c c e s s t o

Florida has one of the highest uninsured rates in the nation, with 20% of residents without access to affordable health care [U.S. Census Bureau]. Catholic Charities serves and comforts the uninsured in need of medical assistance by providing tender, loving care.

Free medicAl clinics provide medical care, dental care, case management, preventative health education, and referrals to community social services. 125 volunteer doctors and nurses have provided 2,717 hours of medical services to families in need at these clinics:

• St. Thomas Aquinas Medical Clinic (St. Cloud)• Lazarus Medical Clinic (Wildwood)• St. Luke Medical and Dental Clinic (Eustis)• Mobile Health Bus

PAtHWAys to cAre provides short term housing and medical assistance for homeless individuals recuperating from a major illness or injury and who otherwise would be discharged to unsafe environments. Last year, 75% of these individuals went on to long term housing because of the counseling, life skills training and support received by onsite case managers.

vaniecea Blaine was out of work when a troubling lump

was found on her neck. St. Luke’s Medical Clinic was able to get her the help she desperately needed to have

the tumor removed.

“This clinic here for this community is a God-send

and there are so many people that need this type

of assistance.’

“Jesus went around to all the towns and villages, teaching in their synagogues, proclaiming the gospel of the kingdom,

and curing every disease and illness.” – Matthew 9: 35

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HousingP r o v i d i n g A f f o r d a b l e

f o r S e n i o r s

Senior citizens are increasingly in need of affordable housing due to factors such as the poor economy, increased vitality of seniors, and an increase in demand for specialized care [Assisted Living Today]. Catholic Charities’ affordable housing communities provides a safe home and social support allowing seniors to maintain their independence and age with peace of mind.

st. JosePH gArden courts: This facility provides low-income seniors affordable housing within a safe home environment. The building is a 79-unit; single bedroom complex serving seniors.

st. AntHony gArden courts: This complex contains 50 units ranging from 1-3 bedrooms for low income seniors.

“Before moving to St. Joseph’s, I was always

moving from place to place. Here I feel safe and have

met so many wonderful people who help everyone out.”

– Nellie Rodriguez Sanchez, Resident of St. Joseph Garden Courts

“For I know the LORD will take up the cause of the needy, justice for the poor.” – Psalm 140:13

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StrangerW e l c o m i n g t h e

Florida is the largest state for refugee resettlement. Over 25,000 refugees from Cuba and Haiti seek refuge each year in Florida [Department of Children and Families]. Arriving in a new country can be a difficult transition. Catholic Charities is there from the first moment of arrival to welcome the stranger and to be a lifeline of support.

tHe reFugee resettlement program welcomes families into the country and helps them on the road to self-sufficiency. Case managers meet families at the airport, set up housing, and provide counseling and referral services to the family members as they settle into life in Central Florida.

comPreHensive reFugee services: Catholic Charities has assisted more than 10,000 refugees resettle and begin a new life in Central Florida since 1975. In January 2012, Catholic Charities of Central Florida was named the lead agency by the Department of Children & Families to coordinate refugee services in Central Florida.

The new Comprehensive Refugee program provides case management, youth, and legal services to newly-arrived refugees residing in Orange, Seminole, and Osceola counties. immigrAtion And legAl services: Immigration and Legal Services have been provided by Catholic Charities for over 20 years. Legal immigration staff and caseworkers help individuals and families through the immigration process.

Walfrank Pineiro spoke only limited

English when he arrived from Cuba

with his family last year. Struggling

in school, he was in danger of

repeating the eighth grade until a

Catholic Charities Youth Caseworker

got involved. With hard work and

determination, he was accepted into

the ninth grade and enrolled in ESOL

classes. Now an honor roll student, he

received a Certificate of Achievement

by the City of Orlando during a World

Refugee Day celebration this year.

“I was …a stranger and you welcomed me.” – Matthew 25:35

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FinancialS t a t e m e n t

Catholic Charities depends on grants, donations, and gifts to remain an enduring and impactful social service agency. By conserving the resources we have been blessed with, Catholic Charities will continue to help the struggling individuals and families in need.

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CATHOLIC CHARITIES OF CENTRAL FLORIDAFISCAL YEAR 12 FINANCIAL STATEMENT

SuPPORT AND REvENuE

Federal, State and Local Government Grants $5,073,674

Diocese of Orlando $2,476,960

Foundation and Corporate Grants $548,714

Fundraising (Donations, Special Events and In-Kind) $1,783,850

Program Related Fees and Reimbursements $2,160,261

Interest Income and Other Sources $645,970

totAl suPPort And revenue $12,689,429

ExPENSES

Family Services $4,349,704

Healthcare $1,574,738

Housing & Senior Center $1,178,862

Immigration and Refugee Services $3,710,621

Management and General $1,803,429

Fundraising $468,747

totAl exPenses $13,086,101

Additional information concerning our audited financials can be found on our Community Foundation page. Please go to cfcf.guidestar.org and search “Catholic Charities”.

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Federal, State and Local Government Grants

Diocese of Orlando

Foundation and Corporate Grants

Fundraising (Donations, Special Events, and In-Kind)

Program Related Fees and Reimbursements

Interest Income and Other Sources

Family Services

Healthcare

Housing & Senior Center

Immigration and Refugee Services

Management and General

Fundraising

SUPPORT AND REVENUE

EXPENSES

39.98%

5.09%

17.02%

14.06%

4.32%

19.52%

33.24%

3.58%

13.78%

28.36%

9.01%12.03%

Federal, State and Local Government Grants

Diocese of Orlando

Foundation and Corporate Grants

Fundraising (Donations, Special Events, and In-Kind)

Program Related Fees and Reimbursements

Interest Income and Other Sources

Family Services

Healthcare

Housing & Senior Center

Immigration and Refugee Services

Management and General

Fundraising

SUPPORT AND REVENUE

EXPENSES

39.98%

5.09%

17.02%

14.06%

4.32%

19.52%

33.24%

3.58%

13.78%

28.36%

9.01%12.03%

AbundanceS h a r i n g o u r

T H A n K Y o u !

We are blessed with board members, volunteers, and community partners who support Catholic Charities, tending to the needs of the people we serve with warmth and cultivating an atmosphere of love and respect. A special thank you to all of our benefactors, especially the many individuals and families, who have shared their treasure in order to make a difference! Without your kindness, we would not be able to serve so many people in need.

boArd members:Mr. Christopher Gardner, Chair

Maj. Gen. Douglas Metcalf, vice Chair

Mr. Joshua Aguilar, Treasurer/Secretary

Mr. Aldo Ahlers, Dr. Mary Ann Fox, Ms. Pamela Gilardi, Rev. Christopher Hoffmann, Ms. Carol Anne Frechette, Mr. Stephen Orosz, Mr. Brian Stevens, Mr. Stefan Rubin, Esq.

contributorsHeart of Florida united Way, united Way volusia/Flagler, united Way of Brevard, united Way of Central Florida, Department of Children and Families, Florida Department of Health, Orange Co. Citizen’s Commission for Children (CRP), Brevard County, Lake County, Seminole County, volusia County, City of Winter Haven, City of St. Cloud, Homeless Service Network, Community Foundation of Brevard, Mosaic Foundation, Wells Fargo, Orlando Sentinel, Father’s Table, Walmart Foundation, Boeing, Siemer Family Foundation, Parishes and Schools of the Diocese of Orlando

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volunteers560 volunteers contributed 28,937 hours in the nine counties served by Catholic Charities of Central Florida. We could not have done the good work in the community without your time and dedication.

volunteer oF tHe yeAr: leonArd “len” deutscHMr. Deutsch has been a volunteer for 6 years. He has seen a lot of struggling families come through the doors of Catholic Charities over the years and he admires the way they are cared for by the food pantry staff. “They are my inspiration. They’ve taught me about helping people.” says Deutsch. His faithful service earned him the volunteer of the Year Award from Catholic Charities. Executive Director, Joe Buranosky presented him the award at the 50th Anniversary Mass of Thanksgiving on October 8 at St. James Cathedral.

H e A d q u A r t e r s1819 n. Semoran Blvd. • orlando, FL 32807

Phone: (407) 658-1818Fax: (407) 282-2891

Toll Free: 1-888-658-2828Website: www.cflcc.org • Email: CathChar@cflcc.org

centrAl regionorange, osceola, seminole

1771 N. Semoran Blvd.Orlando, FL 32807

407-658-1818

eAstern regionvolusia

207 White StreetDaytona Beach, FL 32114

386-255-6521

soutHern regionbrevard

3800 W. Eau Gallie Blvd., Suite 101

Melbourne, FL 32934321-636-6144

Western regionPolk

1801 Memorial Blvd.Lakeland, FL 33801

863-686-7153

HopePlanting Seeds of

in Our Community

M I S S I O N S TAT E M E N T:Catholic Chari t ies of Central Florida provides vi tal social services to people in need regardless of their rel igious, social or economic background, to improve

the l ives of individuals, famil ies and the community.

r e g i o n A l o F F i c e s

nortHern regionlake, sumter, marion1321 Sunshine Ave.Leesburg, FL 34748

352-460-0700