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Our Impact

Every day across Oregon, people turn to Catholic Charities for support during some of the most uncertain moments of their lives.

We serve thousands of individuals and families each year, offering support that helps people find stability, navigate complex systems, and move forward with dignity.

Our impact is not just measured in how many people we reach, but in what becomes possible because of that support. A safe place to sleep. A family reunited. A fresh start in a new country. A path toward stability that once felt out of reach.

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2022 impact report
2021 impact report
2020 impact report

 

Why This Work Matters

The people we have served since our founding in 1933 are navigating complex and often overlapping challenges—rising costs, housing instability, health crises, changes to public benefits, and barriers to employment or legal status.

Our role is to show up with consistency, compassion, and practical support.

Whether it’s a meal, a legal consultation, or help securing housing, each interaction is part of a larger pathway forward.

Because when people have what they need to move forward, our entire community is stronger.

Articles

Asylum Seeker Finally Hears: ‘You’re Free to Go’

Posted By | Catholic Charities Communications
After years of uncertainty, one woman finally received the opportunity she had been seeking — the chance to move forward and build a future in safety. With support from Catholic Charities Immigration Legal Services, her journey through the asylum process became a story of perseverance, resilience and hope.  

Nourishing Neighbors: CCO to Host Pop-Up Food Pantry June 17

Posted By | Catholic Charities Communications
For many Oregon families, putting food on the table is becoming more difficult. Rising grocery costs, changing benefits and growing financial pressures are forcing more people to make impossible choices between food, housing, healthcare and other basic necessities. That’s why Catholic charities of Oregon is hosting a Pop-Up Food Pantry. With support from community partners,…

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…