Catholic Charities Boston Welcomes New Vice President of Basic Needs Jonathan Tetrault

Catholic Charities Boston is pleased to announce the appointment of Jonathan Tetrault to the role of Vice President of Basic Needs at Catholic Charities Boston, where he will oversee the operation of programs that directly address the most urgent issues facing residents across Eastern Massachusetts, including food pantries, shelters, emergency living assistance, and counseling services. 

“With a wealth of experience and a proven track record, Jonathan brings invaluable expertise that will not only strengthen our Basic Needs programs but also deepen our impact in the community, driving our mission forward and advancing the services we provide to those in need,” said Jamie Ewing, Senior Vice President of Programs.  

Tetrault most recently served as Vice President Community Impact & Operations at the Greater Boston Food Bank, where he helped to oversee the organization’s strategic planning process and community impact as a member of the senior leadership team.  

A seasoned expert in building critical relationships in the community and overseeing the distribution of a large network of social services, Jonathan’s comprehensive experience improving the efficiency and results of the Greater Boston Food Bank, of which Catholic Charities Boston has been a longtime strategic partner, lends him a deep understanding and appreciation of our values and mission to serve those most in need.   

“There is enormous need all across our communities and together we need to build and support robust programs and services to meet those many needs,” said Jonathan. “I’m excited to be joining the Catholic Charities team and to add my skills to the long history of meeting people’s immediate needs while working to break generational cycles of poverty.” 

Jonathan holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Management from Bentley University and a Certificate of Advanced Management from Babson College. 

For over a century, Catholic Charities Boston has served vulnerable individuals and families of all faiths and backgrounds. One of the most comprehensive non-profit providers of social services in Massachusetts, we offer over 70 programs across more than 20 locations throughout Greater Boston, with 450 employees serving thousands of individuals and families annually within the four core areas of Basic Needs, Family & Youth Services, Refugee & Immigrant Services, and Adult Education & Workforce Development. Rooted in our faith mission, we address critical social justice issues with compassion and aim to break the cycles of poverty in our communities by providing life’s necessities, education, and advocacy to move families toward self-sufficiency.