Reverend Joseph E. Kurtz, D.D. Bishop | Archdiocese of Louisville

The Catholic Enrichment Center in West Louisville marked its 25th anniversary with the 13th annual Heroes of Hope Award dinner on June 24. The center, located at 3146 W. Broadway, is part of the Archdiocese of Louisville’s Office of Multicultural Ministry (OMM).

“We’re celebrating 25 years of making a difference in this community, particularly in West Louisville,” stated M. Annette Mandley-Turner, executive director of the OMM. “For 25 years, we’ve been faithful stewards to the community.”

Mandley-Turner highlighted that while the center is based in West Louisville, it also attracts individuals from as far away as Fairdale seeking assistance. She emphasized the consistent “multicultural presence” at the center due to its service to people from diverse cultural backgrounds.

The Heroes of Hope award celebration aims to acknowledge and honor those committed to supporting the CEC. Mandley-Turner added, “It spotlights some people who continue to make things right by making a difference.”