Volunteers Make a Difference at St. Ann's Center!

This #NationalVolunteerWeek, we celebrate the 300+ dedicated volunteers who help St. Ann’s Center annually - from activity organizers and birthday party hosts to parenting instructors, child care volunteers, donation drive coordinators, fundraising coordinators, and even social media volunteers. We are indebted to our volunteers, who bring heart and energy to every corner of St. Ann’s.

In Her Own Words: Princess' Story

Princess and her daughter Jaziah - one of the young families participating in our supportive housing program - took time from their busy schedule to share their story as part of St. Ann's Center's 2024 Annual Report: "Hope in Action!"

Meet Our Special Guests for Hope Blossoms 2025!

Jim Handly, NBC Washington's News4 Anchor, will Emcee Hope Blossoms 2025; His Eminence Robert Cardinal McElroy to Offer Invocation at May 14 Event Benefiting Families at St. Ann's Center.

Sister Nancy's Note: Be Inspired! Join Us at Hope Blossoms

"Last year was my first time attending Hope Blossoms, and I am still amazed by the spirit of love, warmth, and empathy within the room. Will you join us at Hope Blossoms this year, and help us create more memories together?"

Interview with Ria Dudley, Case Manager at St. Ann's Center

Did you know that March is Social Work Month? To celebrate, we are highlighting and celebrating Ria Dudley, one of our Clinical and Social Work Services team members. In this recent interview, Ria shared about her experiences working alongside the women and children who live at St. Ann’s Center, and how these experiences have informed Ria’s vision for her future career in the social work field.

Trauma creates homelessness. What can Catholics do about it?

"Trauma creates homelessness. What can Catholics do about it?" As the rates of homelessness rise, it's all the more important to be aware of the realities around this injustice." Read Sister Nancy Downing's brand-new article on the connections between trauma and homelessness, published today at U.S. Catholic.