Catholic Charities USA Names Sister Donna Markham Its First Female President

"We, Donna's Dominican Sisters of Adrian, Michigan, are so proud but not in the least bit surprised that our Sister Donna Markham has been chosen to lead Catholic Charities USA — the first woman to serve as president of the organization in its 100-year-plus history," said Sister Attracta Kelly, Prioress of the Adrian Dominican Congregation. "At a time of ever-pressing need and growing despair in our world, Donna's visionary leadership, indomitable spirit, and sense of compassion will combine to make a real and lasting difference for Catholic Charities and all of the people throughout the country who are blessed by the wonderful service Catholic Charities continues to provide to those on the margins."