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August is Catholic Charities Month
August is Catholic Charities Month, and we have a heartfelt request. While manyof us associate summer with carefree days and fun activities, it is important to remember thatsummer brings unique challenges for those living in poverty. At Catholic Charities, Diocese ofJoliet, the need is greater than ever. Extreme heat can…
Mobile Food Pantry: September 2024 Schedule
The Catholic Charities, Diocese of Joliet Mobile Food Pantry delivers healthy food to people in need. All Mobile Food Pantries distribute food through a drive-thru. Please clear space in your trunk or backseat so volunteers can load food boxes directly into your vehicle—rain, snow, or shine! Dates and times are…
Prenatal Classes
The Doula Program at Catholic Charities, Diocese of Joliet, invites the community to join FREE prenatal classes! Participants are encouraged to have a support person present for classes. Children are welcome! Food will be served! When: Starting October 1, 2024 Where: 203 N. Ottawa, Joliet This FREE group is open…
Angel Appeal (matching donations)
Dear Friend, My heart is heavy as I write to you today. The weight of the struggles faced by many in our community sits heavily on my shoulders, but I’m reaching out with hope and determination, knowing that together, we can make a difference.Today, we have the opportunity to be…
Into the Desert (Counseling Group for Young Adults)
Catholic Charities’ Counseling Services presents group therapy designed specifically for young adults (ages 18-30). Into the Desert: Understanding our Psychological and Spiritual Needs Starts March 14th, 2024 Meets on Thursdays at 6:00PM 3040 Finley Road, Suite 200, Downers Grove To register, click here. Questions: Email counselingreferrals@cc-doj.org.
New Executive Director
Most Reverend Ronald A. Hicks (Bishop of Diocese of Joliet), and the Board of Directors at Catholic Charities, Diocese of Joliet have announced the appointment of Kathleen Langdon as Executive Director of the Agency. Langdon has worked at Catholic Charities for nine years and has served as Director of Development…
Help veterans with basic needs!
We are seeking gift card donations to help veterans (and their families) with basic needs. Recipients of the gift cards are participants in Catholic Charities’ Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF) program. This is a rapid rehousing/homeless prevention program that assists eligible veterans who are either homeless or imminently at…
Money Management Volunteers Needed (Will, Grundy, Kankakee and Iroquois Counties)
We are seeking volunteers for our Money Management Program. As a volunteer, you will provide basic money management services to low-income seniors who have difficulty budgeting, paying routine bills, and keeping track of financial matters. As a trained volunteer, you will use your valuable skills to help individuals who may not…
Head Start/Early Head Start/Expectant Mothers Program: Now Enrolling!
Catholic Charities’ Early Childhood Services Division in Will County is now enrolling children from six weeks through five years old at all of their locations. There is no fee for part-day Head Start. – Center Base (part day/full day)– Home Base– Expectant Mothers Head Start Provides:• Family engagement• Health services•…
