Fulfilling the Church’s mission of social justice in the Diocese of Arlington
Catholic Charities has more than 20 ministries to address the needs of poor and vulnerable men, women and families who live in the 21 counties and seven cities of the Diocese of Arlington. We go where the needs are now, while also preparing to respond to the future needs of the disenfranchised within our community.
Through the various ministries and services, Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Arlington seeks to implement the Church’s mission of social justice in the Diocese of Arlington in ways that strengthen individuals, families, and communities.
Catholic Charities extends its services and resources to all in need; convenes the Catholic community to fulfill the Church’s mission of social justice; and advocates for social justice and seeks to empower others to do the same.
Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Arlington fulfills its mission through numerous ministries and services including family counseling, adoption services, immigration services, jobs ministry, prison ministry, food pantries, and family transitional housing.
Pregnancy and Adoption Services
Since 1947, Catholic Charities has provided services and support to mothers considering placing their children for adoption, expectant parents who want to adopt, and families seeking post-adoption education and counseling.
Food, Housing, and Clothing
Catholic Charities conducts various programs and initiatives throughout the Diocese such as Christ House, St. Lucy Food Project, Christ House Men’s Transformational Housing, and St. Margaret of Cortona Family Transformational Housing.
Medical and Counseling
Catholic Charities offers counseling services for all through its Family Services program, and responds to the basic medical needs of thousands of uninsured individuals
Immigrant and Refugee Services
Responding to Christ’s call to welcome the stranger, Catholic Charities provides immigrants and refugees with the legal, educational, and training services needed to become self-sufficient members of American society.
Find Help
If you’re struggling or in need, you are not alone—compassionate help is here. The Catholic Charities Diocese of Arlington is ready to listen, support, and walk beside you with care and dignity.
Give Help
Ready to make a difference? Your compassion can bring hope, healing, and dignity to those in need—join us in serving others through the Catholic Charities Diocese of Arlington.
“I walked away from God, but God never walked away from me. So that’s why I think God put me here. I think He chose Christ House for me.”
– Peter, a resident of Catholic Charities Christ
House Men’s Transitional Housing
