Immigration & Refugee Services

A new beginning.

We journey with individuals and families seeking asylum, refuge, or a new start. Our all-inclusive support—from legal help to housing to cultural orientation—restores stability, builds self-sufficiency, and safeguards families landing in unfamiliar surroundings.

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You Belong here.

Welcoming you with dignity and direction.

Whether you're seeking safety, reuniting with family, or navigating the complexities of immigration, you matter to us. Since 1975, Catholic Charities of Louisville has helped thousands of immigrants and refugees find stability, hope, and a new beginning.

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Refugee Services

A fresh start in a new country.

Helping families secure housing, jobs, and connection in their first years in the U.S.

  • Resettlement assistance
  • Job placement
  • English language classes
  • Youth programs
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Immigration Legal Services

Real help. Trusted answers.

Affordable, accredited legal support for immigrants seeking stability and citizenship.

  • Citizenship / Naturalization
  • Employment authorization
  • Family reunification
  • Permanent residence (green card)
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Language Services

Professional, local, multilingual.

Interpretation and translation services across 37+ languages—delivered with heartfelt care.

  • In-person & remote interpreting
  • Document translation
  • Interpreter training
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Common Earth Gardens

Food with roots.

This network of community-led gardens empowers families to grow, earn, and belong.

  • Access to fresh, healthy food
  • Growing culturally important crops
  • Local farmers feeding their communities
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Create a fresh start.

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.

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