Providing Help. Creating Hope.
ABOUT CCYOSO
Our Mission
"Providing Help. Creating Hope."
Catholic Charities of Yolo-Solano advances Christ's mission by collaborating with diverse communities, providing services to the poor and vulnerable, promoting human dignity and advancing for social justice.
Caridades Católicas de Yolo-Solano avanza la misión de Cristo por medio de la colaboración con diversas comunidades, brindado servicios a los pobres y vulnerables, promoviendo la dignidad humana y avanzando la justicia social.
Our
Vision
Through the power of the Holy Spirit, Catholic Charities of Yolo-Solano commits to serve vulnerable individuals of all faiths and backgrounds and to work for a just society.
Por el poder del Espíritu Santo, Caridades Católicas de Yolo-Solano se compromete a servir a las personas vulnerables de toda creencia y origen y trabajar por una sociedad justa.
Our History
Sr. Frederica Horvath emigrated to the United States from Hungary and in 1926 founded the Sisters of Social Service in Los Angeles. The mission of the religious community was to share in the social mission of the Church by addressing the needs and challenges of those struggling individuals and families living in poverty. They have always had a special emphasis on women and children living on the margins.
Meet the Team
Conocer El Equipo
Miriam Sammartino
Executive Director
Miriam strives to ensure every person who comes through our door is able to thrive spiritually, socially, in the family setting and in the work setting,
Luisa Shirzai
Receptionist
Luisa is always ready to greet CCYOSO clients with a cheerful
voice and friendly smile.
Claudia Espinosa Guiterrez
Receptionist
Claudia helps with answering calls. In the food pantry she assists with any questions our clients might have.
Cristina Arrerla
DOJ Accredited Representative
Cristina promotes the effective and efficient administration of justice, assisting with USCIS forms
and immigration issues.
Cyndi Coulter
Case Manager
Cyndi helps clients apply for assistance with rental/move-in costs and the VITA Tax Assistance Program.
Donna Hite
Case Manager
Donna is a case manager who provides assistance with rental assistance and CalFresh outreach.
Rebecca Tili
Case Manager
Rebecca manages cases for rental assistance, assists clients with intake
for taxes, and assists with CalFresh applications.
Mary Moore
Nutrition Educator
Mary helps clients learn how to eat well and become physically active to combat obesity and chronic health concerns.
Isabel Espinoza
Counselor
Isabel provides individual therapy and is starting a support group for women who have been victims of domestic violence.
Charlene Blount
Lead Facilitator
Charlene provides referrals and resources to foster the emotional health of CCYOSO wellness clients.
Pastor Oneal Young
Prop 47 Community
Engagement Specialist
Pastor Young helps empower formerly incarcerated and addicted persons to transition from custody to healthy community living.
Join our team!
¡Únete a nuestro equipo!
Applicants must submit a resume,
cover letter, Diocese of Sacramento
Pre-Employment Applications
and three professional references) to jobs@ccyoso.org.
Mariana Ruiz Sanchez
ILS Assistance, Vallejo
Miriana helps clients prepare and file DOJ forms, make appointments, and gather documents for immigration.
Claudia Ibarra
DOJ Trainee
Claudia offers outreach and information sessions for immigrants
and social services agencies
serving immigrants