Brown - RISD Catholic Community Outreach

Social Justice

St. Michael's Parish

St. Michael's is a multi-cultural and widely diverse community in South Providence. Students organize events for children in the parish such as the International Parish Festival, a Halloween party, a St. Patrick's Day party, and a Christmas gift drive.

Coordinator: Sofia Quesada '12

Tutoring @ St. Patrick's School

St. Patrick's is a local Catholic school on Smith Hill where students tutor in various subjects or help with afterschool programs and clubs. Once trained, students are free to set up tutoring based on their own schedules. St. Pat's is within walking distance of College Hill or easily accessible by bus. Students range from elementary to high school age and need assistance in all subjects.

Coordinator: Sofia Almanza '11

Soup Kitchen

Students help weekly at a local soup kitchen on Mathewson Street in downtown Providence. More opportunities are available based on student leadership and interest.

Coordinator: Christina Beck '12

Nursing Home Outreach

Epoch Assisted Living is a nearby nursing home in where students will be helping with activities and visiting with residents to offer fellowship and company.

Coordinator: Allison Cook '11

Toiletries Collection

Once or twice a year, the Catholic community holds a toiletries drive or a collection of needed items for a local agency. Drives are announced with boxes usually located in Manning Chapel and Angie's office, JWW 413.

Coordinator: Debbie An '10

Olneyville Clean-Up Day

Each spring our community participates in an Earth Day clean up day in the Olneyville neighborhood on the west side of Providence.

Coordinator: Maria Macrina '11

New Orleans Service Trip

In 2009, we began an annual service trip to New Orleans to help with the continuing rebuilding efforts post-Katrina. This year's trip will be January 10-17, 2010. Check out our NOLA page for LOTS more info.

Coordinator: Angie Howard McParland