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Providing Help. Creating Hope.

For more than 90 years, Catholic Charities of Oregon has helped people access food, stable housing, legal support, and the resources they need to move forward. We serve our neighbors across Oregon, regardless of background or beliefs, with a focus on dignity, stability, and opportunity. At a time when more people are facing uncertainty, this work matters more than ever.

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Why Emerging Leaders Matter

Posted By | Catholic Charities Communications
As Catholic Charities looks toward the future, we’re also thinking about the next generation of people called to serve. In this month’s message, CEO Kaleen Deatherage reflects on why emerging leaders matter — not just as future board members or professionals, but as vital voices bringing fresh energy, perspective and compassion to the work of…

Young Oregonians Support CCO Through Schnitzer Cares Grants

Posted By | Catholic Charities Communications
This spring, Catholic Charities of Oregon was honored to receive three grants through the Schnitzer Cares Student Grantmaking Program, an innovative initiative that puts philanthropy directly into the hands of local high school students. The grants will support Immigration Legal Services and Refugee Services programs that help individuals and families build stability, safety and opportunity…

Catholic Charities Launches Emerging Leaders Board

Posted By | Catholic Charities Communications
Catholic Charities of Oregon is launching an Emerging Leaders Board designed to connect young professionals with meaningful opportunities to serve, lead and give back. The initiative will bring together community-minded emerging leaders who are passionate about volunteerism, advocacy, and strengthening communities across Oregon.

Voices of Hope

Posted By | Catholic Charities Communications
Autumn Nina Gaddy believes deeply in the power of care, connection, and creating spaces where people feel supported. Through her volunteer work at Kenton Women’s Village, she has helped cultivate a pollinator garden that offers beauty, calm, and a sense of community for residents and neighbors alike. In this Voices of Hope conversation, Autumn shares…

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Homeless Services

With the goal of transitioning to permanent housing, Catholic Charities of Oregon gives those living outside the resources and support they need to build lasting stability and self-sufficiency.
Housing

Caritas Housing

At the start of the new millennium, it became clear to us that more affordable housing was a key to serving people who’d been pushed to the margins of society. We now have more than 1,000 units of affordable housing across western Oregon.
Refugee Services

Migrant Services

The Catholic Church recognizes the right of all nations to control their borders and the flow of migrants within. At the same time, the church recognizes the right of individuals to migrate in search of safety and security, which often means leaving one’s country of origin.