Diocesan Catholic Charities Christ House in Alexandria was
awarded the non-profit service provider project of the year by HomeAid Northern
Virginia at its annual gala Nov. 9. The award recognizes the completion of renovations
at the transitional housing facility through its partnership with HANV, a
non-profit that builds and renovates local housing and shelters.
“The extensive renovations to Christ House, provided by HomeAid
and its partner contractors, strengthened Catholic Charities’ ability to best
serve the local community for years to come,” said Art Bennett, Catholic
Charities president and CEO. “These kinds of partnerships demonstrate what true
service is all about. Key historic elements of the building were preserved
throughout the renovation process. More importantly, our evening meal, which
feeds homeless men, women and families 365 days a year, was continued every
single day without missing a beat.”
Catholic Charities completed the $83,000 renovation and upgrade
project earlier this year for the building that houses14 homeless men.
