St. Ann’s Blog

St. Ann's Center for Children, Youth and Families supports pregnant and/or parenting young woman and their children as as they journey from crisis to stability and lasting independence. Learn more about our programs HERE.

The mission of St. Ann's Center is supported by generous volunteers and donors who make up our community of caring. Learn more about how you can make an impact HERE.

The latest note from Sister Nancy Downing, CEO:

Most importantly, you've helped provide the gift of hope for the year ahead. Each woman at St. Ann's has her own goals and hopes for 2025. And thanks to you, each woman will be supported in pursuing her goals.

On Dec. 8, we hosted St. Ann's Center's Annual Christmas Open House with help from Bishop Roy Campbell. We are excited to share this article from the Catholic Standard, featuring highlights, quotes, and photos from our event.

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You Can Make a Difference, One "Cup" at a Time! This #GivingTuesday, we invite you to help support families at St. Ann's through our annual "Give Your Cup" campaign.

Paige, a young mother participating in St. Ann's Center's programs, shares her story for this edition of "In Her Own Words." Thank you, Paige!

"My advice to other women experiencing what I have: Help is coming. Help is coming, and it’s always going to be God."

The latest monthly note from Sister Nancy Downing, CEO:

"One of the gifts of being part of St. Ann's Center's mission is getting to see all the moments that make up a family's journey: the tender beginnings, and the joyful returns."

St. Ann's Center's 2024 Fall Newsletter is here! Download your digital copy today, and discover the stories and special people making St. Ann's Center's mission come to life.

Read more and access your digital copy of our 2024 Fall newsletter here.

Please Save the Date! Sister Nancy Downing and St. Ann's Center's Board of Directors cordially invite you, your family and friends to our Annual Christmas Open House. Join us as we celebrate the Christmas season and take a tour of St. Ann's Center's programs.

The Catholic Standard published a story about an exceedingly special visit to St. Ann's Center by Thea LaFond-Gadson, Olympics gold medalist in the women's triple jump! If you need a reason to smile today, please check out the story at the link below!

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