From the Executive DirectorDear Friend of Catholic Charities,

I hope you take a few moments and page through this annual report and find real life friends and neighbors who would like to thank you personally. You’ll discover the beautiful faces of good people who are genuinely grateful that you were there for them. So grateful, in fact, that they agreed to share their stories. Like me, they want you to know just how important you are to Catholic Charities.

We were there for thousands of people in our archdiocese this past year because you were there!

Ours is not vague work done in faraway lands seen only on television commercials. Instead, we provide shelter and warmth for the homeless, encouragement for those with disabilities and provide safe and learning environments for youth. Additionally, we provide food, clothing and services for people right here within our own archdiocesan neighborhoods.

How wonderful a gift to know that Christ can be found, not in the extraordinary, but in the everyday faces of our brothers and sisters! He’s right here with you, among you, and in you too!

I add my personal sentiments of gratitude for your support and participation in the beautiful ministry of Catholic Charities. May God bless you abundantly for your goodness!

In the spirit of charity,

David J. Bethuram, MA., M.Min., CFLE Executive Director of Secretariat for Catholic Charities Archdiocese of Indianapolis

Catholic Charities2017 Annual Report: Fiscal Year July 1, 2016- June 30, 2017

From the Agency Director

Foodbank

Terre Haute

For several years now, the Wabash Valley community has shown a light on the value legacy has in our lives and the impact it has on all of us. I’m certain we all have our own story to share on how those who came before us left such a lasting impression which has become a basis for how we live our life today. My inspiration is personal and much like many of you, the things we hold near and dear in our hearts and memories – that are forever etched on our minds – are what help us create our legacy and moves us forward. These are things that I hope move us to actions that can make our community a better place and positively impact us.

The programs supported by Catholic Charities in Terre Haute represent our legacy to our community, to the staff and for those who are in need of these services. In many ways, 2016 was very similar to previous years. Our programs provided basic needs such as food in excess of 3 million pounds or the equivalent of 2.5 million meals serving more than 32,000 people. Our Clothes Closet served more than 6,700 individuals with more than 75,000 items. The Bethany House provided more than 4,210 overnight lodging units to 63 individuals and provided them with a safe place until they could find more permanent, stable housing. For children and youth, Ryves Youth Center has been a safe place of refuge, recreation, realization and reconciliation. Nearly 1,300 unique children annually are invited to take part in programs designed to expand their minds and serve as an alternative to life on the street.

Recent hunger and poverty reports show some improvement in our seven county service area but there is still so much yet to be done. Local programs must overcome the challenges brought by cuts to Federal and state programs. We’ve seen this in so many other areas ranging from education to health care and mental health to our judicial system. When one area feels the pinch we all experience the consequences. It can feel daunting to think “what can one person do to create any lasting change?” Something we can do every day is encourage people to never give up no matter what their circumstances. Employment and educational opportunities are available in several areas from manufacturing to service or retail in this community and we want to make sure every able-bodied person has a fair chance to experience what the dignity of work and the value of education can represent in their life.

As you read through our 2017 Annual Report I hope you find a sense of gratitude for what your level of participation has meant to the people we serve at Catholic Charities. It is also my wish that you value, as I do, your partnership for the meaningful way in which we welcome the face of Christ in those we serve.

God bless,

John C. Etling Agency Director

Dear Friends,

Catholic Charities TERRE HAUTEOperating Funds Only Fiscal Year Ended 6/30/2017

Revenues United Way 128,578 9.01%Investment Income 17,499 1.23%Government Grants 247,855 17.37%Rental Income 8,400 0.59%Foundations 157,239 11.02%Contributions 560,513 39.28%Archdiocese 51,849 3.63%Shared Maintenance 159,884 11.20%Special Events 95,110 6.67%

Total Revenue 1,426,927 100.00%

ExpensesSalaries 633,457 45.12%Taxes & Benefits 189,463 13.49%Professional fees 46,598 3.32%Marketing & Communications 85,771 6.11%Occupancy 133,617 9.52%Specific Assistance 5,345 0.38%Supplies 130,961 9.33%Building & Maintenance 84,938 6.05%Professional Development 12,607 0.90%Depreciation 81,231 5.79%

Total Expense 1,403,988 Net Profit 22,939

The financial data presented here is unaudited. A copy of the 2017 Audited Financial Statement for the Chancery and Certain Entities for the Archdiocese of Indianapolis is available at www.archindy.org/finance/archdiocese.html

Financials

Robert Rhodes, PresidentDr. Janet Clark, Vice PresidentDan Weber, TreasurerJulie Hart, Secretary Teri LorenzJudge Christopher NewtonMark Thiemann

Dr. Linda BehrendtJames BurdickFr. Martin Day, Chairman of the CouncilDavid Bethuram, Executive Director, Secretariat for Archdiocesan Catholic Charities and Family MinistriesAgency Director – John C. Etling jetling@ccthin.org

We thank these key volunteers for their numerous hours of service to Catholic Charities during the last year: Administrative Support

Stacy BashamPatti BeddowDeborah Price McMillan

DevelopmentJennifer Buell, Development Director, jbuell@ccthin.orgTaylor Ishman

Ryves Youth Center at Etling HallJames Edwards, Program Director, jedwards@ccthin.orgStepheny AutenJuhi BeriAllen CampbellRegina DickensPam OtteJim Pinkstaff

Christmas StoreJamie Trainer, Program Director, jjudson@ccthin.org

Terre Haute Catholic Charities FoodbankCharlie Potts, Program Director, cpotts@ccthin.orgHomer BeachRoger BrunsKatherine Sue HannaHannah HughesMegan LogsdonKelly MarloweSue NelsonEsteban RosalesNaomi SmithDan Snider

Bethany HouseDanielle Elkins, Program Director, delkins@ccthin.orgBarbara BendekovichRuby FortJulie GreenHelen LaLouxElizabeth Monroe

AGENCY ADVISORY COUNCIL MEMBERS

STAFF

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Sue MillerKayla GreiseDestini RippyBrenda WeberMartha TempleRoberta WelieverKathy GottshallSusie LannooKris KrautPat MartinRandall JohnsonMarlene BilyouNed WenstrupSandy CoxLinda LenneSkip LenneJudy WinniskiLori MarshallJustin TrainerPam GrimesPJ AubinKaren GoehlMary Helen Clayton

St. Paul the Apostle GroupJoseph LaymanJackie FortJosh CurryBetty CuffleRobert ZerfaceGary StuckeyEtoria NolanSusan KaneMaysa CampbellAlexis DavisChristal PicknellKindal MohrPenny FredrickStacy PierceMax HendrixKirk FonnerAnna O’NeilEric BurnsAhmed AlmozroneiTanner FugateLarry HillEzekiel Gaither

Providing Help.All information is for Fiscal Year 2017: July 1, 2016- June 30, 2017

Christmas Store Revenue for the program: $36,831Expenses: $48,584Christmas Store (3,159 family members served from 913 families during the Christmas season, 180 families served during emergency situations) - provides low-income families with household items, personal hygiene products and clothing for each family as well as toys for each child. All items are new and provided at no financial cost to these families.

Terre Haute Catholic Charities FoodbankRevenue for the program: $741,470Expenses: $723,585(96 Foodbank Member agencies, 3,001,789 Pounds of Food Distributed, 3,142,178 Pounds of Food Collected from Donors)As a certified affiliate for Feeding America, the Foodbank solicits, collects, sorts, safely warehouses and distributes 2.5 million meals each year to more than 32,000 individuals living in Clay, Greene, Knox, Parke, Sullivan, Vermillion and Vigo counties.

Bethany House Emergency ShelterRevenue for the program: $292,026Expenses: $242,866Shelter (48 adults and 15 children served) – temporary shelter for single women, married couples and families, case management, referrals, skills development Loaves and Fishes Soup Kitchen (37,363 meals served) – meals served every day of the year and emergency food baskets available Deli Days (2,305 people served) - baked goods and fresh produce distributed at its most nutritious stateClothes Closet (6,754 people served) - distribution of gently used clothing and small household items

Ryves Youth Center at Etling HallRevenue for the program: $356,600Expenses: $388,9531,256 Youth Participated at RyvesParticipation in Activities Sports and physical activity . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4,383Scouting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1,105Preschool . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2,004Kids Café (meals served . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34,101Tutoring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13,197Champions Reading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2,036BackPacks Distributed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2,668 *1,256 children attended Ryves Youth Center. The numbers corresponding to each program represent the number of times these children participated in an activity

Ryves Youth Center is a safe haven for children, fostering a positive attitude of self-worth through programs that promote physical, educational and social development for children ages 5-17 in our communities.The facility, which operates Monday through Friday afternoons, provides supervised recreation, tutoring, mentoring, counseling and evening meals for every child in attendance.

Creating Hope.Special Events and RecognitionIn all areas of service, it is essential that each person is treated with respect and dignity. We are not here to judge our neighbors; we are here to provide help and create hope during a difficult time in life.This past year we celebrated our 42nd Annual Benefit Dinner on September 7, 2016, held in the O’Shaughnessy Dining Room at St. Mary-of-the-Woods. The event, with featured speakers - Amy Walker, former Bethany House resident and Johnathan Weinzapfel, Chancellor, Ivy Tech Southwest and Wabash Valley Regions - raised approximately $43,000. The event also recognized and honored two individuals who have made significant contributions to the success of our programs and the clients we serve.Individuals honored at the 2016 fundraising dinner:

• Ned Wenstrup• Rebecca Sedgewick

These individuals are so important to the success of our agency, and we are grateful for their continued efforts. Congratulations to St. Benedict - 2016 winners of the Sock and Underwear Drive.

Catholic Charities PartnershipsRecently, Catholic Charities in Terre Haute received funding through the Walmart Foundation totaling $65,000. That, along with funding from the Catholic Community Foundation and Catholic Relief Services, is being used to create a food service and food safety training program. The goal of this program is to provide job training for adult learners wishing to enter the workforce while simultaneously providing approximately 41,975 meals for feeding hungry individuals at the Soup Kitchen. The program provides low-income and unemployed people the opportunity to learn food service skills such as food preparation and cooking, food safety through ServSafe, skills to be wait staff and managerial skills such as scheduling, menus and food inventory.

“I can’t tell you how many times my dad would tell me that the highest number of jobs in Terre Haute exist within the food service industry,” reminisced Agency Director John C. Etling. “I believe he was right. We have such a variety of meal experience places in the Wabash Valley that we decided to reach out to one of our most responsive corporate donors and, with their funding, create the Food Service Training Program. This adult learning program is our

way of furthering education and a path towards real employment.”

An advisory committee made up of local volunteers, chefs and food service industry leaders met over several months to create a 12-week training program, which includes weekly skills demonstrations and ServSafe education along with hands-on kitchen experience. Local chefs teach the weekly demonstrations and training modules while weekly menus are created to reinforce the skills learned. At the end of the course, the students will prepare a celebration for their families and local business leaders. Each successful student will be presented with a certificate of completion and special gifts to help him or her with their career. Best of all, Catholic Charities is offering this program free-of-charge to all accepted applicants. Applications are accepted on a rolling-basis.

All of our agency’s services are offered free of charge, with the

exception of member food pantries paying a nominal $0.19 per pound

of food (excluding USDA Commodities and perishable food items) to the

Foodbank for shared costs of warehouse, transportation, insurance

and safe storage.

Other facts:94% of the children at Ryves Youth Center feel the homework help has allowed them to understand their schoolwork better.

93% of the children attending Ryves Youth Center believe the adults care about their feelings and what happens to them.

84% of the children who participated in the Ryves Champions Reading Program during the 2016-17 school year showed improvement in their reading skills.

68% of adults with no income at entry had gained income by the time they left the Bethany House shelter.