St. Ann’s Blog

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.

*Event Rescheduled* - Playground Fundraiser at Zinnia

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!

Click here to read more.

"This month I had the chance to attend the annual cookout for St. Ann’s families hosted by the Blue Knights (MD 1 chapter). A “non-profit fraternal organization consisting of active and retired law enforcement men and women who enjoy riding motorcycles,” the Blue Knights are familiar and beloved to staff, supporters, and alumna of St. Ann’s programs.

"And after attending this cookout, I understand why!"

Visit Sister Nancy's Note to read more.

August is National Make-A-Will Month! A Message from the Development Desk.

You're Invited! St. Ann's Center's end-of-summer happy hour fundraiser is happening at Dacha Beer Garden, Navy Yard location on Tuesday, September 17, 2024. All are welcome!

We specially recognize the donors and supporters who have made gifts in tribute or memorial to special women, mothers, mother figures, and other special persons as part of our second annual St. Ann's Day Matching Gift campaign. This campaign is open through August 30, 2024!