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Hear From A Donor: Why Do I Donate?
"Your luxuries could help a child with their necessities" - Nick Scozzaro, MobiStream Solutions

"As a father, I often think a lot about children who, to no fault of their own, are brought into this world in unfortunate situations. I know that the distribution of wealth in our society is vastly uneven, and I want to do what I can to help vulnerable children have access to the opportunities that other children do.

When I was a kid, I grew up knowing the Larsen family, and their kindness inspired me to get involved with supporting the Catholic Children’s Aid Society of Hamilton.

Early in my career, I heard an executive make mention that they only wanted to donate to charities that have the wellbeing of children in mind. That, coupled with the inspiration I carried from the Larsen family has resulted in my drive to donate and support those in need with the CCAS Hamilton.

When you think about it, it seems like such a simple concept… if we have the means… why wouldn’t we want to help children in need? I can’t think of an answer. We live in a society where we chase profit and money, and what does it say to us as a society that we wouldn’t take the opportunity to help the children struggling right in our backyard. Because that much is sadly true, there are children and families in our community struggling in ways we could never imagine and that is why the work of the CCAS Hamilton is so important.

As a donor, I know that there is a lot that our community needs to learn about the realities of child welfare, and the services that an organization like the Catholic Children’s Aid Society of Hamilton provides to those who need it most and how we can help those children receive the services and supports they need.

I am proud to support an agency that respects the dignity of all people and works to put children first in all they do. As human beings, we should not be turning a blind eye to children, and we need to work to make the world a better place than we found it.

I encourage those in my network and community to do the same, and hope that others who consider donating to the CCASH think of this simple fact; your luxuries could help a child with their necessities."

How Donations Help

CLICK HERE TO HELP A CHILD TODAY

We are pleased to announce the appointment of Donna Zan as Executive Director effective July 18, 2022. Donna will succeed Rocco Gizzarelli who is retiring and who has served as Executive Director for the past 7 years.

Donna has been an employee of CCASH for the past 30 years and has held positions of Child Protection Worker, Service Supervisor, Manager of Quality Assurance and since 2015 as Director of Child Welfare Services. Donna has been a strong and compassionate leader throughout her time with CCASH. She was instrumental in the implementation of CCASH’s community-based model of service delivery, the development of the agency’s first Balanced Scorecard and the quality assurance program and is the lead for the community youth housing project. She values collaboration with community partners in the delivery of services.

Click Here to read the full announcement.

Rocco Gizzarelli Retirement

As of July 15, 2022 our fearless leader Rocco Gizzarelli has retired from his work here at the Catholic Children's Aid Society of Hamilton.

Over the last 36 years, Rocco has been a compassionate, mindful, determined leader and member of the child welfare profession and our agency. Starting as an intake worker, Rocco has worked with our vulnerable communities, and staff at all levels which has equipped him with the experience and knowledge base that has made him such a formidable executive leader. Those he has worked with are able to attest to his kindness and humour as he tackles the challenges that come across his desk while maintaining respect for his colleagues and those we serve.

We wish Rocco all the best in his retirement, and thank him for all that he has done these past 36 years.

MAKE A DONATION IN ROCCO'S HONOUR

2021-22 Annual Report

The Catholic Children’s Aid Society of Hamilton released the 2021-22 Annual Report on June 20th, 2022.

The report is centered around our Children First approach to serving our community's most vulnerable. Within the report are key stats that reflect the successes of our approach and testimonials from Kin, Foster and Adoptive parents that highlight how children remain the focus in all programs.

Thank you to all the donors for your gracious support. Because of you, we have been able to better assist children and youth to access the resources and opportunities they need to grow and thrive.

We welcome you to read the report in full and watch a video from our youth Scholarship & Bursary recipients HERE

Golf Tournament: Register Today!

Our annual Peder Larsen Golf Tournament is quickly approaching and spots are filling up quickly! You still have a chance to book your spot to join us on the course September 13th by REGISTERING TODAY.

Interested in supporting the children & youth we serve? Sponsor a hole or register a foursome by contacting pederlarsengolf@hamiltonccas.on.ca today.

Additional Information

September 13: Peder Larsen Golf Tournament
September 15: Foster/ Adoption Webinar - There is an URGENT need for Foster families. Click Here to learn more about becoming a Foster Parent

Our Vision
Child and youth safety, well-being and resilience
Thriving families
Community partners working together

Our Mission
Guided by Catholic values and teachings, we serve and offer bilingual (English/French) services to children, youth, and families within the Hamilton community to protect their safety and well being, strengthen families, and nurture lifelong relationships.

Contact Us

735 King St. E.
Hamilton, ON L8M 1A1

Phone: 905-525-2012
Tél: 1-855-550-3571
After-hours: 905-522-8053

www.hccas.ca

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Hear From A Donor: Why Do I Donate? "Your luxuries could help a child with their necessities" - Nick Scozzaro, MobiStream Solutions