UPDATE: There is an urgent need for school supplies. Due to the storm, many schools were closed before the first day of school, and many children lost their school supplies. Donations can be dropped off to the 2900 Louisiana Street location. Individuals impacted by floods caused by Hurricane Harvey are invited to the Catholic Charities […]
*John, an 81 year old man, was struggling to continue living independently. As a veteran, John valued his ability to provide for himself and his wife in their small duplex. In 2014, John was referred to Catholic Charities by United Way’s 211 helpline. John had many needs, including help with medication costs, utilities, and housing, […]
In the extreme heat of Greater Houston’s late summer – with “feels like” temps climbing to 107 – seniors living in poverty are at high risk. Many seniors who rely solely on Social Security for their income can’t handle unexpected costs. This means a broken A/C unit might have to be left unfixed for months […]
R.J.* is a typical college freshman now, but his journey from childhood to pre-med student was anything but normal. Raised in Africa, R.J. had a tough childhood. He lost his father at a young age, and his mother’s living arrangements with different men proved unstable. In 2001, she abandoned her child, leaving him with her […]
