St. Thomas and Catholic Charities Sign Partnership for the Common Good: Strengthening Collaboration for Social Justice and Community Engagement

President Julie Sullivan and Catholic Charities President and CEO Tim Marx have recently signed a groundbreaking agreement to strengthen collaboration between St. Thomas and Catholic Charities. This partnership, known as the “Partnership for the Common Good,” aims to address societal needs through research, volunteer projects, and community engagement.

Driven by a shared pursuit of social justice and the core elements of the Catholic faith, the collaboration between these two prominent institutions is set to make a significant impact. President Sullivan emphasized the importance of the partnership, stating that it will serve as a model for how Catholic institutions can work with communities to create positive change.

The partnership will focus on launching initiatives that enhance community engagement, address pressing societal needs, and provide a platform for future growth. Key areas of collaboration include volunteer and leadership service, enhanced service learning, joint academic pursuits, research, scholarship, public policy advocacy, thought leadership, and broad community engagement.

As the partnership evolves, both institutions remain committed to supporting individuals to be morally responsible leaders who think critically, act wisely, and work skillfully to create opportunities for all in an effort to advance the common good. This collaboration is expected to have a far-reaching impact and set a new standard for how institutions can come together to make a difference in their communities.