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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✨Feast of the Epiphany✨
“When they saw the star, they rejoiced exceedingly with great joy.” (Matthew 2:10)
The Magi followed the light that led them to Christ, bringing their gifts, their hopes, and their hearts. On this holy day, we are reminded that faith calls us to more than belief; it calls us to action.
Through love of neighbor, dignity of every person, and care for the most vulnerable, we live out the promise of the Epiphany each day. May our journey be guided by charity, justice, and compassion for all.
Amen.
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THANK YOU💙Our mission is made possible by people like you.
We take pride in serving those in need and in inviting our community to be part of this life-changing work. Our volunteers serve in many ways, bringing hope, compassion, and dignity to neighbors across our region.
Help make a difference in 2026. 👉Sign up to volunteer today and be part of something meaningful. https://ccgalvestonhouston.galaxydigital.com
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✨ January is Poverty Awareness Month ✨
Poverty affects families in every community often in ways we don’t always see. This month, we’re raising awareness and inviting our community to learn more about the realities facing our neighbors.
As Catholics, we believe every person is created in the image and likeness of God deserving dignity compassion and opportunity.
💛 Learn more and find ways to help 👉 https://catholiccharities.org/Poverty/
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💛Because of your generosity families didn’t face the new year alone.
Your year end gifts helped provide food shelter and stability to neighbors who needed it most and when gifts were doubled hope multiplied.
🙏Thank you for being part of this life changing mission. If you are still looking for a meaningful way to start the new year compassion is always needed.
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🙏✨ A New Year Begins in Prayer ✨🙏
As we welcome the new year and honor the Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God, we turn to our Blessed Mother — who said yes to God’s call and carried Christ’s love into the world.
We invite you to pray with us today, entrusting our hopes, our communities, and all those we serve to her loving care. May her example of faith, humility, and compassion guide us as we continue our mission of bringing dignity, hope, and love to our neighbors in need throughout the year ahead.
🤍 Let us begin this year rooted in faith and service.
🕐FINAL HOURS to have your gift DOUBLED.
By midnight tonight every dollar you give will be matched up to $50,000 helping families avoid hunger and homelessness as they enter the new year.
💙Your gift of $37 can keep a family housed and fed tonight. Your kindness today can change a family’s tomorrow.
Give before midnight
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⌛ Time is running out to DOUBLE your donation.
Families are struggling to stay in their homes and put food on the table as rent and food costs continue to rise and resources are running out.
💛A gift of just $37 can keep a family housed and fed for a night. And right now your generosity will go TWICE as far thanks to a $50,000 matching challenge.
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💔Right now, a family in our community is hurting.
No running water.
No food.
No electricity.
But you can help.
A generous friend has offered to match every gift! Up to $50,000, through December 31. That means your year-end gift will provide TWICE the food, shelter, and support for families facing unimaginable hardship.
🙏Give hope before midnight on December 31st: ▶️CatholicCharities.org/Double-Your-Gift
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✨A generous friend has stepped forward to MATCH every gift — up to $50,000 — but only through December 31.
Right now, families in our community are struggling with rising costs for food, housing, and basic needs. Prices aren’t coming down, and many parents are doing everything they can just to stay afloat.
🙏When you give today, every dollar is DOUBLED, helping families stay housed and fed during one of the hardest times of the year.
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🎄❤️ Merry Christmas from our Catholic Charities family to yours! ❤️🎄
May this holy season fill your hearts with peace, hope, and joy. Thank you for being part of our mission and walking alongside us as we serve our community.
Wishing you a blessed and Merry Christmas. 🎁✨
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🕯️🕯️🕯️🕯️✨ The Christ Candle: Christmas “Merry Christmas from our family to yours! 🎄✨ O come, Desire of nations, bind in one the hearts of humankind; bid all our sad divisions cease, and be for us our King of Peace.”
Rejoice! Emmanuel has come to thee, O Israel. ✝️
Become an Angel of Advent this Christmas! 😇🎄 CatholicCharities.org/Angels
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🙏💓 THANK YOU, Angels of Advent!
Because of your generosity, more families will have food on the table and a safe place to sleep this holiday season.
🎄😇 Your compassion is bringing hope and dignity to our neighbors in need.
It’s not too late to be an #AngelOfAdvent this Christmas. 🕯️🕊️
Make a gift today: CatholicCharities.org/Angels
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