Who we are
As the social service ministry of the Archdiocese of Louisville, we serve across 24 counties in central Kentucky, offering support that restores dignity, strengthens families, and creates real pathways to stability. Our doors are open to people of all backgrounds and beliefs because what unites us is greater than what divides us: the shared hope for a better tomorrow.
- Pope Francis"Charity is the heart of the Church. It is the reason for its action, the soul of its mission."
Mission
We serve people in need, especially the poor and oppressed. Consistent with the principles of Catholic Social Teaching, we build bridges of hope, mercy, and justice as we accompany struggling families and individuals to greater self-sufficiency, one relationship at a time. We collaborate and advocate for necessary changes in social policy. We call the local Catholic Church and others of goodwill to engage in acts of mercy and justice. We support and resource our 110 parishes to expand this work across the Archdiocese of Louisville.
Vision
In the Spirit of Christ, we work throughout the 24 counties of the Archdiocese of Louisville to build a community where all people are welcomed to experience God’s love, strengthened to live with hope, dignity, and a sense of security, and empowered to achieve their full potential.
Values
In pursuit of its mission, Catholic Charities is animated by the seven themes of Catholic Social Teaching.
Rooted in Faith
Catholic Charities of Louisville was established in 1939 as a way to organize and make more professional the many ministries of the church. We were incorporated as a 501c3 human service organization in 1993.
- St. Teresa of Avila“Christ has no body now but yours, no hands, no feet on earth but yours. Yours are the eyes through which he looks lovingly on this world. Yours are the feet with which he walks to do good. Yours are the hands through which he blesses all the world.”
Keep the Faith.
Every gift, every hour, and every act of kindness makes a difference for the people we serve. Whether you give financially, volunteer your time, or partner with us through your business, you help create hope, restore dignity, and strengthen our community.
Archdiocesan Support
The Archdiocese of Louisville is the largest non-governmental supporter of Catholic Charities, contributing in-kind support as well as an annual contribution of cash to underwrite agency operations (in FY 2023, just under $1 million). The support the Archdiocese provides comes from various sources, and a significant portion is raised through the annual Catholic Services Appeal. The CSA supports numerous other programs around the Archdiocese, and it makes the work of Catholic Charities possible. We are grateful for your support of the CSA.
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