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Press Releases
Camillus House regularly posts releases pertaining to
its programs, events and initiative.
For more information contact Sam
Gil at (305) 374-1065, ext. 328 or email at samgil@camillus.org
Current Press Releases:
June 01, 2011
CHC Names New Executive Director
The Camillus Health Concern (CHC) Board of Directors has appointed Raymond J. Kayal, Sr. as executive director of the organization. Kayal previously served as CHC’s interim... Read...
May 25, 2011
‘The Auction’ Raises More Than $1.1 Million to Benefit Poor, Homeless
Camillus House raised more than $1.1 million during The Auction, an inaugural fundraising event held on May 21, 2011 at the newly renovated Coral Gables Country... Read...
May 19, 2011
President/CEO Dr. Paul R. Ahr Receives Community Service Award
United HomeCare (UHC) has recognized Camillus House President and Chief Executive Officer Dr. Paul R. Ahr with its prestigious Thelma Gibson Community Service Award... Read...
April 11, 2011
Emmaus Place Opens for Young Men Aging Out of Foster Care
Emmaus Place, a seven-unit apartment building, has opened its doors to become the home of young men between the ages of 18 and 23 who have aged out of the foster care system and... Read...
March 15, 2011
Chase Donates $71,700 to Help Chronically Homeless in Liberty City
Chase has donated $71,700 to Camillus House to help renovate 12 housing units in Liberty City to provide quality, long-term, affordable housing options for chronically homeless... Read...
March 10, 2011
Camillus House Names New Campus After Norwegian Cruise Line
In Recognition of $5 Million Gift, Camillus unveils new Miami landmark tower
Camillus House is one step closer to its goal of ending chronic homelessness in Miami-Dade... Read...
February 01, 2011
Three South Florida Dry Cleaners Collecting Used Clothing for Camillus House Clients
Sir Galloway Dry Cleaners, Rey’s Cleaners and Sudsies.com, three of Miami-Dade County’s premier dry cleaning and laundry services, are collecting their customers’ gently used clothing... Read...
December 16, 2010
Christmas Comes Early at Camillus House,Thanks to Local Couple
Camillus House celebrated an early Christmas, thanks to the generosity of a local couple, on December 16, 2010 at the main shelter, 726 NE 1st Avenue.
For the 6th consecutive... Read...
December 11, 2010
Camillus House Ends Year With Most Successful “Hope For All” Gala In Our History
Camillus House, one of Miami’s most distinguished charities, is ready to close the year of its 50th Anniversary after hosting the most successful annual “Hope for All Ball” Gala... Read...
November 25, 2010
Camillus House Serves Thanksgiving Feast to Over 1,000 Homeless and Poor Citizens
Camillus House staff and scores of volunteers celebrated Thanksgiving Day 2010 by serving a traditional holiday dinner to hundreds of persons who are homeless and poor at Camillus... Read...
June 07, 2010
Health Foundation of South Florida Grants $ 50, 000 to Camillus Health Concern to Fuel New Initiative
Camillus Health Concern (CHC) received a $50,000 grant from the Health Foundation of South Florida to start a new initiative to help persons who are poor attain the public benefits... Read...
April 15, 2010
Camillus House Announces New Community Relations Manager
Maria Alejandra Peralta has joined the Camillus House staff as the new Community Relations Manager.
As Community Relations Manager, Peralta will be responsible for managing... Read...
February 24, 2010
Camillus House and Soles4Souls Distribute Thousands of New Shoes to Individuals Who are Poor and Homeless In Miami
Camillus House and Soles4Souls joined forces to distribute 10,000 pairs of new shoes to individuals who are poor and homeless in Miami. The distribution of the first 1,000 shoes... Read...
January 29, 2010
Hope Prevails For Hundreds of Haitian Children as Camillus House and Local Community Reach Out to Help
The Sheepfold of the Good Shepherd School and Orphanage of Port-au-Prince, an institution founded by the Brothers of the Good Shepherd (the founders of Camillus House), housing... Read...
January 19, 2010
Camillus House Lights Up the Night January 19, Kicking Off 50th Anniversary Celebration
Supporters and friends of Camillus House joined together on Tuesday, January 19, 2010 for a special candlelight ceremony and community celebration, honoring its 50th anniversary... Read...
December 21, 2009
Camillus House Appoints Denise Goldson Rau New Vice President of Development
Camillus House President & CEO Dr. Paul R. Ahr and the board of directors announced Denise Goldson Rau as the new vice president of development.
Goldson joins the Camillus... Read...
October 22, 2009
Camillus House Announces New Board Members
The Little Brothers of the Good Shepherd, the founders, and the sponsors of Camillus House appointed six new board members, adding to the already impressive list of community leaders.... Read...
September 23, 2009
CAMILLUS HOUSE SELECTS COASTAL CONSTRUCTION AS GENERAL CONTRACTOR FOR NEW CAMPUS
MIAMI – The Board of Directors of Camillus House has approved the selection of Coastal Construction as the general contractor for Phase 1 of its New Camillus House Center, as well... Read...
August 12, 2009
Camillus Health Concern Founder Receives U.S. Presidential Medal of Freedom
Dr. Pedro Jose Greer, Jr., the founder of the Camillus House Health Concern (CHC), has received a 2009 U.S. Presidential Medal of Freedom in recognition for his inspiring advocacy... Read...
