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 more than 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 thousands of people annually in the greater Galveston-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.
EIN: 74-1109733
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💙 It’s Feel Good Friday! Join us for a look at Mike’s first visit to Guadalupe Center, where he helped distribute food, connected with clients, and met the caring staff and volunteers who help keep families fed.
Warm welcomes, meaningful conversations, and plenty of smiles made it a special visit!
🍎 View Guadalupe Center’s food distribution times and appointment information: CatholicCharities.org/Food
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🍷 A taste of the French countryside, an evening of giving hope.
Join us for Wine & Dine 2026, honoring The Charity Guild of Catholic Women. Enjoy an exquisite four-course dinner, rare wines, and unforgettable moments, all supporting children and families in need. 💙
Raise a glass, enjoy our wine pull and mystery wine game, and bid on extraordinary luxury items in our live auction. Every sip and every bite helps bring hope to families who need it most.
📅 Friday, November 13
📍The Revaire
Reserve your seat: https://catholiccharities.org/wineanddine
#WineAndDine2026 #CatholicCharities #GiveHope
💙 A warm meal. A welcoming smile. A community that cares.
Our President and CEO, Mike Hansen, recently visited Martha’s Kitchen to connect with the people behind this wonderful ministry, where nourishing meals and compassionate service bring hope to our neighbors.
We’re excited that Martha’s Kitchen will join us in our new Family Opportunity Center, bringing hot meals alongside services that help families build stability, all under one roof.
Thank you to the Martha’s Kitchen team and volunteers for putting faith into action every day! 💙
🍽️ Learn more about Martha’s Kitchen and how you can volunteer: https://stmartha.com/marthas-kitchen
🏡 Explore our future Family Opportunity Center: https://catholiccharities.org/buildingtoserve/
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Friends and family gathered for the Grace and Gratitude Mass and Reception at the Mamie George Community Center, the hub for Catholic Charities services in Fort Bend County. For many, this was the first opportunity to meet our new CEO, Michael D. Hansen.
Catholic Charities gives thanks for your generosity and support for vulnerable families in Fort Bend and throughout the greater Galveston-Houston area!
💙 Your mental health matters. You don’t have to face life’s challenges alone.
During Mental Illness Awareness Week, we’re reminding our community that reaching out for support is a sign of strength.
Catholic Charities’ Counseling Program offers compassionate support to help you navigate life’s challenges, with in-person and virtual appointments available.
▶️Take the first step. Learn more and request an appointment: CatholicCharities.org/Counseling
#MentalIllnessAwarenessWeek #MentalHealthMatters #CatholicCharities #YouAreNotAlone
💙 Gratitude, joy, and a warm welcome!
For this Feel Good Friday, we’re sharing Mike Hansen’s first visit to our Mamie George Community Center. Our new President and CEO spent time connecting with clients and staff, listening to their stories, and learning about the work happening every day.
Mike shared his gratitude for the warm welcome and the joy and enthusiasm our team brings to serving others. These conversations offer an opportunity to learn from their knowledge, celebrate their dedication, and build on the good work already underway.
Learn more about how Mamie George Community Center serves our Fort Bend neighbors: https://catholiccharities.org/mgcc/
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Your prayers matter. Your voice matters. Your vote matters. 💙
Faithful citizenship calls us to participate in our communities and promote the common good. Take a moment today to check your voter registration status, even if you’ve voted before.
Check your status: www.VoteTexas.gov
#FaithfulCitizenship #CatholicCharities #YourVoiceMatters
💙 Celebrating a year of impact and the people who make it possible!
Our Annual Meeting & Reception brought us together to reflect on our work, celebrate our mission, and look ahead to another year of serving our community.
A heartfelt thank you to our Board of Directors and advisory board members for the time, leadership, and care you give to Catholic Charities. Your dedication helps families find hope, stability, and a path forward.
Thank you to everyone who joined us and to our staff, supporters, and partners who bring our mission to life every day! ✨
📸 Enjoy these highlights from the evening!
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💙 Because of compassionate supporters like you, Ninfa found help when retirement costs became more than she could manage.
At Catholic Charities’ Mamie George Community Center, she received help with bills, groceries and hot meals. “I feel seen again,” Ninfa said.
Read Ninfa’s story: https://catholiccharities.org/ninfa-got-the-help-she-needed-because-of-you/
Help more seniors like Ninfa: CatholicCharities.org/Donate
#CatholicCharities #FaithInAction #GiveHope
What a lovely Sunday at Sip & Shop! 🍷🛍️
Thank you to everyone who joined us at The Charity Guild for an afternoon of shopping, wine and wonderful company. And a special thank you to The Charity Guild for welcoming us!
The fun continues at Wine & Dine on Friday, November 13, where we’ll celebrate The Charity Guild of Catholic Women as this year’s honoree. We hope to see you there! Reserve your table at catholiccharities.org/wineanddine/
In the meantime, stop by Charity Guild Shop and find your next favorite thing! 💕
✨ This week, we broke ground! ✨
We celebrated the groundbreaking of Catholic Charities’ new Family Opportunity Center, a place where mercy meets opportunity.
When it opens, families will be able to find food, counseling, employment support and other services together under one roof. 💙
Thank you to the donors, community leaders, board members, staff and friends who joined us for this milestone. These photos capture a day made possible by so many people who believe in what we can build together.
There’s still more work ahead, and you can be part of it. Learn more about Building to Serve and make a gift: LINK IN BIO
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✨ Meet Our 2026 Wine & Dine Honoree ✨
We’re honored to celebrate The Charity Guild of Catholic Women at Wine & Dine on Friday, November 13, at The Revaire.
For more than a century, the Charity Guild has served Houston’s children. For the past 30 years, they’ve also been a dedicated partner of Catholic Charities, helping us care for families in need. We can’t wait to recognize the women behind that lasting impact! 💕
🍷 Join us in celebrating them. Reserve your table or make a gift: https://catholiccharities.org/wineanddine/
#WineAndDine2026 #CatholicCharities #CharityGuildOfCatholicWomen #HoustonEvents