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Catholic Charities, Diocese of Cleveland, is set to begin a major renovation of the Bishop William M. Cosgrove Center on October 3. The project aims to enhance service capabilities with modernized facilities and improved accessibility, temporarily halting operations at the center. The renovations are expected to be completed before the holiday season, ensuring critical resources remain available to the community. This project is part of a broader revitalization effort, including a $15 million refurbishment of the historic Chancery Building in downtown Cleveland.
Cleveland – Catholic Charities, Diocese of Cleveland, is embarking on a substantial renovation project for the Bishop William M. Cosgrove Center, set to commence on October 3. This initiative, aimed at enhancing service capabilities, will temporarily halt operations at the center while upgrades are implemented.
The renovation plans for the Cosgrove Center include a variety of improvements such as modernized bathroom facilities, wider entryways and hallways, enhanced accessibility features, and updated security measures including new metal detectors. These enhancements are designed to create a more welcoming and functional environment for clients seeking essential services.
The renovations are anticipated to conclude prior to the holiday season, ensuring that enhanced support will be available to the community during a crucial time. The Cosgrove Center plays a vital role in the community, providing access to critical resources, including clothing, hygiene items, food, hot showers, birth certificates, ID cards, and financial assistance.
This renovation is just one component of a larger revitalization effort by Catholic Charities within the Diocese of Cleveland. The Diocese has also announced a planned $15 million refurbishment of the historic Chancery Building in downtown Cleveland, which will become the new headquarters for Catholic Charities, accommodating approximately 150 employees who are currently based at the St. Augustine Health Campus.
The upgrades to the Chancery Building will focus on creating a modern office space that includes a gathering area capable of hosting up to 150 people, which will facilitate community engagement and outreach programs. The completion of these renovations is targeted for fall 2026, signifying a continued commitment to providing quality services and support to the surrounding areas.
Additionally, Catholic Charities has appointed Dan Horrigan as the senior director of government relations and advocacy, a role that will involve shaping the organization’s public policy agenda and fostering partnerships with government officials. Horrigan joins Catholic Charities after serving as the mayor of Akron from 2016 to 2023. Furthermore, Becca D’Andrea has been promoted to senior director of data and strategy, where she will be responsible for crafting a comprehensive data strategy to assess outcomes and enhance services within the organization.
Each year, Catholic Charities serves approximately 400,000 individuals across multiple counties, including Ashland, Cuyahoga, Geauga, Lake, Lorain, Medina, Summit, and Wayne, making it a crucial support system for numerous families and individuals in need.
The historical Chancery Building itself has deep roots in the community, originally establishing its significance in 1857 as a school for the cathedral. The building underwent improvements and in 1888 was replaced with a larger structure designed to accommodate 1,000 students. Since the early 2000s, it has primarily served a different purpose, including functioning as an archive space.
With these renovations, Catholic Charities aims not only to improve its operational capabilities but also to deepen partnerships with the Diocese, ultimately extending services to vulnerable communities and bolstering support networks in the region.
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- Crain’s Cleveland: Becca D’Andrea and Dan Horrigan
- Wikipedia: Catholic Charities
- Cleveland.com: Catholic Diocese Plans $15M Renovation
- Google Search: Cleveland Catholic Diocese renovation
- WKYC: Catholic Charities Provides Free Meals
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Cleveland
- Crain’s Cleveland: Catholic Charities Appoints New CEO
- Google News: Catholic Charities Cleveland
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