Here to see, to serve, to love anyone in need.

You do not need to be Catholic to receive services from Catholic Charities. We welcome anyone in need, regardless of faith, gender, race, or ethnicity, serving 270,000+ people annually across Cook and Lake counties.

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As the charitable arm of the Catholic Church in Chicago, our mission calls us to feed the hungry, welcome the stranger, and provide resources and community for those in need as we partner to witness mercy and hope.

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Our front-line teams lead us in bringing to life our values — solidarity, courageous compassion, faith-filled hope and joy, and meaningful, measurable impact — through our work across four impact areas.

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How can we  help you?

Whether you need food, housing support, counseling, financial assistance, or other resources, we are here to help connect you with the care and support you need.

Mothers

Seniors

Immigrants and Refugees

Veterans

Families

People Who Need Homes

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People in Crisis

Food and Basic Needs

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Housing

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Family and Parenting Support

Community Centers

Crisis Assistance

Counseling and Mental Health

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Use our interactive map to quickly find nearby programs, services, and resources that can help support you and your family, or someone you care about.

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Our Impact

Thanks to the generosity of our teams and partners, Catholic Charities has witnessed hope for people in need across Cook and Lake counties for over 100 years — work that continues today and into the future.

By meeting immediate needs

168,000+

people in need received food, essential resources, and support

900

people received emergency financial assistance

69

regional food pantries served thousands of households every month

By strengthening mothers and families

54,000+

moms, infants, and young children received healthy, WIC-approved nutrition

780

new parents and babies received pregnancy and parenting support

250

survivors of domestic violence found safety, support, and hope

By building community for seniors, veterans, and immigrants

21,000+

seniors received support to live independently and with dignity

4,500

people at risk of homelessness found and maintained stable housing

1,600

people lived affordably and comfortably in 21 housing communities

Stories of Hope

Read inspiring stories of hope, resilience, and transformation from individuals and families whose lives have been impacted through our network and services.

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