Catholic Charities has been coordinating First Step for Change since 2004. This pro-life, pro-family fundraiser helps to provide material assistance to low income pregnant women and families served by our First Step Programs. Clients in the First Step programs receive food, formula, clothing, diapers, and other necessities to meet an immediate need, as well as the support of a case manager to provide links with other community resources and to assist with the development of a plan for greater self-sufficiency. "Anna", a recent client of the First Step Program had this to say: "The help and guidance you gave me, along with a little breathing room so I could focus on finding daycare for my son made all the difference."