Since 1917, Catholic Charities of Chicago has supported all who turn to us for help through services touching almost every human service need. Our legacy of services began with our founding the day after the United States entered World War 1, beginning first to assist veterans, women, and children.
Each year, we serve 1 million people who turn to us for help.
Each year, we serve 1 million people who turn to us for help.
We help all who turn to us, those with or without religion, regardless of nationality and background. We believe anyone who turns to us for help deserves to be treated with respect and dignity on their paths to self-sufficiency.
We have 150 programs in 153 locations in Cook and Lake counties.
We have 150 programs in 153 locations in Cook and Lake counties.
Our centennial celebration allows us time to reflect on our rich history, be proud of our present, and reaffirm our commitment to the next century of providing help and hope to those who need us most.
We have more than 400 community partners, 300 parish partners, and 15,000 volunteers
We have more than 400 community partners, 300 parish partners, and 15,000 volunteers
We couldn't do what we do without your support. Thank you for joining us in celebration of our 100 years of providing help and hope to all who turn to us in need.
92 cents of every dollar raised is invested directly back to our clients.
92 cents of every dollar raised is invested directly back to our clients.
Programs evolve as the needs of our communities evolve. We embrace change to better respond to shifts in demographic and societal circumstances facing our clients.