Our Vision:
People of faith helping people in need achieve self-sufficiency and live with dignity.
Our Mission:
Catholic Charities, guided by God’s love, assists people by providing caring and compassionate services and advocating for social justice.
What Does Catholic Charities Do?
For more than 80 years, Catholic Charities has provided food, clothing, shelter and a network of support services to people of all ages and from all walks of life and religious backgrounds. We also promote social justice, serving as a voice for the poor and vulnerable.
Annually, we provide help and create hope for thousands of people as they create better lives for themselves and their families.
Frequently Asked Questions
Catholic Charities serves anyone in the Greater Galveston-Houston region who needs us, from any religious background and from all walks of life.
What is Catholic Charities?
For 80 years, Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston has provided food, clothing, shelter and a network of support services to people of all ages and from all walks of life and religious backgrounds. We also promote social justice, serving as a voice for the poor and vulnerable. We provide services to more than 85,000 people annually in the Greater Houston region as they create better lives for themselves and their families.
Does Catholic Charities only serve Catholics?
We serve people of all ages and from all walks of life and religious backgrounds, not just Catholics.
Are you the Church?
While we are a faith-based organization, we are not the church. We are a 501(c)3 nonprofit that provides human and social services to the Greater Houston region and surrounding areas. We do, however, collaborate with the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston and local parishes to address the needs in our community.
What areas do you serve?
We serve individuals and families in the ten counties throughout the southeastern area of Texas: Galveston, Harris, Austin, Brazoria, Fort Bend, Grimes, Montgomery, San Jacinto, Walker and Waller.
Where are you located?
We currently have offices in Harris County, Fort Bend County and Galveston County.
What services do you provide?
We have a range of programs that provide basic needs (food, clothing, emergency assistance, etc.), counseling, parenting education, services for seniors, women veterans and much more!
How is Catholic Charities and its programs funded?
Catholic Charities is funded by multiple sources: government and foundation grants, the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston, individual and private donors (see our donor privacy policy), contributions from special events, program service fees and more. As a United Way agency and a member of Catholic Charities USA, Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston also receives financial support from those agencies as well.
Are you supported by the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston?
We do receive some funding from the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston, mainly through the Diocesan Service Fund (DSF); however, this only covers about 2% of our annual budget. Our Annual Operating Budget is primarily funded by state and federal grants and generous donations from foundations, corporations and individuals.
I need help. What do I do?
If you are in need of assistance, please call our main number at 713.526.4611, or visit our contact us page to see how we may best serve you.
You can also call 2-1-1 or visit www.unitedwayhouston.org/our-211-helpline to be connected to an agency that may be able to provide assistance.
Do you have to be Catholic to work at Catholic Charities?
Of course not. In fact, many of our employees are not Catholic.
If you’re interested in working with us, view open positions and apply online here.
How can I help?
There are so many ways you can make an impact on the people Catholic Charities serves!
Make a donation online, donate your vehicle, shop online, and more!
You can also sign up to be a volunteer! Sign up now!
Nationally Recognized Nonprofit
We are accredited by the Better Business Bureau, and also the recipient of the 2019 BBB Winner of Distinction for Nonprofits, and the 2015 BBB Pinnacle Award for Nonprofits. We are a member agency of the United Way of Greater Houston and a member of Catholic Charities USA, one of the largest private networks of social services providers in the country.
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💛A child never expects fear and anxiety to take over their world. Simple moments like going to school or playing with friends became overwhelming and isolating.
But because of compassionate donors like you, help arrived at just the right time. Through counseling services at Catholic Charities, this child was able to work through their anxiety, regain confidence, and begin to feel safe again.
“Counseling changed everything for our family,” the parent shared. “We finally saw hope where there had been so much fear.”
Your generosity does more than provide services. It restores peace, confidence, and hope for families when they need it most.
Help a child and family find healing and hope
👉CatholicCharities.org/Donate
#CatholicCharities #FaithInAction #HopeAndHealing #YouCanHelp #DonateToday
✨Save the Date | Wine & Dine 2026
Friday, November 13, 2026
Take a look back at our last Wine & Dine, an unforgettable evening made possible by our generous donors and supporters. Your kindness helps advance our mission and serve our neighbors in need across our community. Thank you for making this impact possible.
All Catholic Charities locations will reopen tomorrow, Tuesday, January 27. Food distributions are back to normal hours, and our teams are ready to serve our community.
Please note that the Guadalupe Center Market will be closed tomorrow and will reopen on Wednesday, January 28.
If you need food assistance, help is available at
👉 https://catholiccharities.org/food/
If you or your family were affected by the winter storm, please visit
👉 https://catholiccharities.org/winterstormhelp/
WE`RE HERE FOR YOU!💙
Faith in action. 🙏
KSHJ - The Guadalupe Radio Network recently hosted our Vice President of Operations, Helvin Bacareza, for a meaningful conversation about faith, purpose, and following the call to serve others.
Watch the full conversation on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eHLEZanS0YA
❄️Office Closure Notice
Due to the winter storm affecting our area, all Catholic Charities locations will be closed tomorrow, Monday January 26, 2026.
We plan to reopen as soon as it is safe to do so. The safety of our staff, clients, and community remains our top priority. Please stay safe and follow guidance from local authorities.
👉Winter storm resources and updates: https://catholiccharities.org/winterstormhelp/
❄️ “God is our refuge and our strength, an ever-present help in distress.” (Psalm 46:1)
As cold weather approaches, please take steps to stay safe and prepared.
Winter storm safety tips: https://catholiccharities.org/cold-weather/
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💛Poverty doesn’t have to define a life.
Watch how your support to Catholic Charities makes a real difference, then learn how you can take part.
👉Visit: https://catholiccharities.org/Poverty/
#EndPoverty #CatholicCharities #HopeInAction
😔Imagine choosing between food and rent especially with a baby on the way.
That’s the heartbreaking reality for Mike and Shayla.
After Mike became sick and lost his job, Shayla’s hours were cut, and their rent was raised. Now this young couple who just learned they’re expecting their first child are on the brink of eviction.
🏠For just $38.70, you can provide one night of safe housing for a family facing homelessness and give them time to get back on their feet.
Every gift matters.
One night. Three nights. Even a month.
Each step brings a family closer to stability, safety, and dignity.
▶️Give now: catholiccharities.org/Donate
#CatholicCharitiesHouston #EndHomelessness #GiveHope #FamiliesInNeed
❄️❄️ Winter Weather Alert
Cold weather is on the way, and now is the time to prepare.
We’re sharing important Emergency Winter Storm Resources and Information, including the 4 Ps to help you and your family stay safe: People, Pets, Plants, and Pipes
👉Get tips and updates here: https://catholiccharities.org/cold-weather/
Please continue to follow us and be on the lookout for our next updates as we monitor the storm and share information about disaster recovery services if needed.
💙Stay warm. Stay safe. We’re here for our community.
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⚠️SCAM ALERT
We’ve been made aware of immigration scams falsely claiming to be Catholic Charities.
🟢Please remember:
• We will never contact you on Facebook about immigration services
• We will never request payment online or by bank transfer
• All payments are made in person only at official Catholic Charities offices.
🚨If you’re contacted this way, it’s a scam.
➡️Learn about trusted immigration services and how to protect yourself: https://catholiccharities.org/cabrini/
Please help keep our community safe by sharing.
#ScamAlert #ProtectOurCommunity #ImmigrationFraud #CatholicCharities #CCharitiesGHTX
💕Love is in the air—and so is HOPE!
Celebrate Valentine’s early at Mission of Love:
❤️💛💗Hearts of Hope.
Join us for an evening of compassion, community, and impact benefiting families in need.
Tables are still available!
▶️Reserve your spot TODAY: CatholicCharities.org/MissionofLove
Today we pause to honor the life and legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
His vision of servant leadership, justice, and peace echoes the heart of Catholic Social Teaching—the dignity of every human person, solidarity with one another, and our shared responsibility to work for the common good.
Dr. King reminded us that peace is not passive. Justice requires action. And faith calls us to serve.
In observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Catholic Charities offices are closed today as we honor his legacy and recommit ourselves to compassion in action for our neighbors in need.
Dream big. Dream bold. And keep serving.
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