For 58 years Catholic Charities of Central Colorado has answered the call for help from people in need in a 10-county diocese area. The 25-year St. Patrick’s Gala is its traditional night of Irish green, shamrocks, Celtic music and dancing, corned beef and purple cabbage to raise funds – and toasts – for that work and to update supporters about the nonprofit’s programs.
The anniversary gala for 2026, at Cheyenne Mountain Resort, was a night of fun for 325 supporters, who met the fundraising goal of $375,000.
CEO Andy Barton reported that during average winters they receive 820 calls for assistance each month. Top requests are for money for food, rent and basic needs as well as “utility assistance, car seats, employment help and access to government benefits. The immediate need is almost always a symptom of a bigger root cause.”…