Catholic Charities of Idaho Launches ccidaho.org

Redesigned website ushers in New Chapter

Above is the home page for Catholic Charities of Idaho's redesigned website, ccidaho.org. (Photo/Courtesy of CCI)

By CCI staff

BOISE–Catholic Charities of Idaho (CCI) has unveiled its redesigned website, marking a significant step forward in service and compassion as the organization commemorates its 25th anniversary.

Far more than a visual refresh, the launch of ccidaho.org signals the beginning of a new chapter defined by greater accessibility and a deepened commitment to Gospel-rooted outreach across the state.

“The modern platform serves the CCI’s timeless mission,” said CCI Executive Director Eddie Trask. “The new website reflects a clear intention to meet clients, partners and supporters where they are. With its clean design and bilingual content, the site makes it easier than ever for individuals and families to access services ranging from immigration legal assistance and mental health counseling to financial wellness education and family support programs.”

Visitors to the site can also find an option for submitting prayer requests, a new donor page featuring a “hot-off-the-press” Impact Report and details about CCI’s highly anticipated 25th Anniversary Gala.

Real Lives, Real Impact

The “Mission Moments” section stands out as one of the most potent and inspiring of the website’s features. It offers a glimpse into the human stories behind CCI’s work, the brief but powerful testimonials reflecting the transformative nature of the organization’s outreach.

“My sadness just turned into joy! This is amazing beyond words,” one client stated. 

Another expressed gratitude for CCI’s spiritual and emotional support.

“Each of you have encouraged me to have the will to not give up and to go back to Church,” they wrote.

For others, the support has meant stability and healing, with yet another client stating, “I’m now in a better place. I could not have done it without you.”

“These reflections testify not only to the quality of care provided, but also to the enduring mission of the Church—to serve, to heal and to walk with the most vulnerable,” Trask said.

A Digital Expression

In addition to service offerings, the site provides a stronger platform for CCI’s advocacy and educational efforts rooted in Catholic social teaching.

“By inviting individuals and parishes to explore themes such as human dignity, solidarity and the common good, the website becomes both a tool for direct aid and a resource for deeper formation,” said Trask. “As our organization moves into this next phase, it does so with a renewed articulation of purpose; rooted in the Gospel, Catholic Charities of Idaho shares God’s love with all in need by providing services and programs that support human well-being.’ Our vision is to love and strengthen Idaho one person at a time.”

Community of Love

Trask added that a theological foundation grounded in the Church’s social doctrine is integral to the organization's mission.

“Pope Benedict XVI’s 2005 encyclical 'Deus Caritas Est' (God is Love) serves as the cornerstone of CCI’s identity, affirming that the Church’s charitable activity is not just a social service, but an expression of Trinitarian love,” he said. “In this light, every encounter becomes an opportunity to reveal God’s presence and foster a true community of love.”

Pope Benedict XVI states in the encyclical’s introduction that “God is love, and he who abides in love abides in God, and God abides in him” (1 Jn 4:16). These words from the First Letter of John express with remarkable clarity the heart of the Christian faith: the Christian image of God and the resulting image of mankind and its destiny.”

Looking Ahead

Trask said that with the launch of its new website, CCI invites the faithful and the wider community to engage with its mission in fresh and meaningful ways.

“Whether through receiving direct services, offering financial support or simply learning more about CCI programs, the site offers a gateway to participation,” he said. “For Idaho Catholics, and all those seeking hope, ccidaho.org now serves as both a digital front door and a visible sign of a Church actively living out its call to love and serve.”