Catholic Charities

Catholic Charities USA is a comprehensive social service agency dedicated to providing a full range of programs that assist families in crisis, vulnerable adults and seniors, and children in need. It helps them reach their full potential.

For over 65 years, Catholic Charities has served the poor and marginalized, regardless of age, gender, ethnic background, or faith tradition.

As the official domestic relief agency of the U.S. Catholic Church, Catholic Charities USA coordinates a network of 168 agencies nationwide. It offers a broad array of services to all people in need.

Affordable Housing

Catholic Charities agencies are among the nation’s largest providers of safe, decent, affordable housing. They manage more than 38,000 permanent units for families, seniors, veterans, and others, as well as temporary and emergency housing.

Food and Nutrition

The organization provides healthy food options for those at risk of hunger. This is done through food banks and pantries, schools, child and adult daycare centers, summer lunch programs, group dining settings, community farms, and more.

Integrated Health

Through care for the whole person—physical, mental, and spiritual well-being—Catholic Charities offers various services. These include counseling and mental health care, addiction recovery and support, case management, and caregiver support.

Disaster Relief

As the official domestic relief agency of the U.S. Catholic Church, Catholic Charities provides critical, immediate humanitarian support and long-term aid to rebuild lives and restore hope. This occurs in communities devastated by natural and human-made disasters.

Social Enterprise and Workforce Development

Programs focus on strategies to improve an individual’s potential in the workplace while helping alleviate poverty. Social enterprise models build community alliances and healthy communities. Workforce development encourages innovation and job growth.

Immigration Services

Catholic Charities agencies provide care to migrants and other community members in need, regardless of race, religion, or political affiliation. Assistance includes access to food pantries and other essential services.

Foundational Services

Rooted in the belief that every person is made in God’s image, Catholic Charities responds to clients’ economic, social, cultural, personal, and spiritual needs from conception to natural death. These programs support those living in poverty, helping them reach their full potential.

Locations

• Council Bluffs, IA, USA