Daughters of Charity Ministries

Daughters of Charity Ministries is a non-profit organization dedicated to serving those in need with compassion and strength. As an international society of apostolic life, they are a community of women devoted to serving the poorest and most abandoned individuals in society.

They minister in the everyday worlds of the poor and marginalized, living lives of humility and simplicity dedicated to charity. Christ's unwavering compassion and selfless generosity energize their spirit and inspire their work.

Strengthened by deep spirituality, they form a joyful community that lives, prays, and works together.

Today, there are about 16,000 Daughters of Charity living and working in more than 90 countries worldwide.

Locations

In the United States, the Daughters of Charity have five provinces with established headquarters in:

• Albany, NY, USA
• Emmitsburg, Maryland
• Evansville, Indiana
• St. Louis, Missouri
• Los Altos Hills, California

Mission and Services

The Daughters of Charity are committed to reaching and empowering the most abandoned and marginalized. Their work addresses essential needs such as food, water, sanitation, and shelter.

They also sustain their mission through health care, HIV/AIDS support, migrant and refugee assistance, education, and additional services.

West Coast Ministries

In the western United States, they have been ministering for over 160 years, providing education, health care, social, and pastoral services.

Key ministries include:

• De Marillac Academy: Quality education for children in need.
• Epiphany Center: Support services for individuals and families.
• Maryvale: Residential treatment for girls.
• Mother of Sorrows School: Catholic education.
• Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Parish School: Education rooted in Catholic values.
• Our Lady of Talpa School: Academic excellence.
• Rosalie Rendu Center: Social services.
• Sacred Heart Cathedral Preparatory: Academic and spiritual growth.
• St. Vincent Meals on Wheels: Nutritious meals for homebound individuals.
• St. Vincent’s Santa Barbara: Community programs.
• St. Vincent School: Education for children.
• Villa Siena: Care for the elderly.
• Vincentian Service Corps West: Young adult ministry programs.

Albany, New York Campus

The Albany campus serves as one of their US headquarters, supporting their broader mission of providing education, health care, and social services to those in need.

Continuing Mission

Through their diverse ministries and locations, the Daughters of Charity embody Christ’s love and compassion in daily life. They continue to serve the poor and marginalized with commitment and faith.