About
Serving Phoenix
Catholic Charities Community Services has been serving the most vulnerable in the Phoenix area since 1933. The agency opened its first office in downtown Phoenix with director Eileen Ward advocating for vulnerable children. Over the years, our services have expanded to include veterans and their families, survivors of sexual exploitation, victims of domestic abuse, refugees and those experiencing homelessness.
Catholic Charities has two downtown office locations on 19th Avenue, with easy access via the Valley Metro Rail. The Administrative Office is located 5151 N. 19th Ave., on the corner of 19th Avenue and Colter. This office houses several members of our executive team, administrative staff and many of our programs. The other office is located directly south of the corporate office, at 5119 N. 19th Ave. and houses several of our family preservation and other programs.
Success Stories
Apr 11, 2024
Catholic Charities Foster Care and Adoption Programs helps families in…
Apr 04, 2024
As the social service arm of the Diocese of Phoenix, Catholic Charities…
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Elizabeth Teele always had a desire to help people but wasn’t sure how…
Support Phoenix
You can give items to directly help the people we serve by shopping our Amazon Wish Lists. Simply choose a program that speaks to your heart, click the Wish List, add items to your cart, and check out. Those items will be shipped directly to our programs. Please include your contact information on the gift receipt so we can thank you for your gift.
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Keep Your Tax Credit Local
The State of Arizona allows you to claim tax credits for donations to nonprofit organizations that support foster children and families and provide programs that impact those struggling in our communities. We know it’s important to keep your tax dollars in your community!
You can receive a dollar-for-dollar Arizona tax credit for your donation to Catholic Charities through the foster care charitable tax credit and stack it with other types of tax credits, up to $526 individually or $1,051 if filed jointly. You can choose the city or program you want to receive the tax credit, or simply select “Where Needed Most.”
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Programs
Corporate Office, 5151 N 19th Ave., Phoenix AZ 85015
Refugee Resettlement
Catholic Charities Refugee Resettlement program helps refugees who are legally entering the country, following approval by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, become self-sufficient and productive members of their new community. Dedicated staff and volunteers welcome refugees to the U.S. by picking them up from the airport, setting up a furnished apartment and purchasing groceries. Case managers help enroll children in school and connect refugees to English language courses, healthcare, job and resume assistance, and more. Learn More
Unaccompanied Minor Foster Care
Unaccompanied Minor Foster Care recruits and licenses foster families to provide loving homes for U.S. Health and Human Services admitted unaccompanied minors, or foreign-born children in the U.S. without parents or legal guardians. These children are immediately enrolled in school and receive case management. Learn More
Family Preservation Programs
Catholic Charities has multiple programs that serve to strengthen families and cultivate parenting skills so parents can create a safe environment for their children. The Arizona Department of Child Safety refers parents to our Family Connections and Nurturing Parenting programs.
Familias Unidas – Immigration Legal Services
Familias Unidas provides legal consultation, document preparation and representation to assist U.S. citizens and immigrants who are legally in the United States with immigration-related issues and bring immediate family members to the U.S. Learn More
5119 N 19th Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85015
Foster Care Licensing
Catholic Charities helps qualified individuals and couples become licensed foster parents. Our case managers facilitate the initial training and continue to provide ongoing training, resources and support. We recruit and support foster parents and kinship foster parents. Learn More
Counseling
Catholic Charities Counseling program provides counseling services to individuals, couples and families for a variety of mental health-related concerns. Counseling services are fee-based with a sliding scale. We accept Mercy Care, Molina Complete Care, and Banner University AHCCCS plans. Learn More
Joining Hearts – Pregnancy Counseling
Our 24/7 pregnancy hotline is staffed by our compassionate pregnancy counselors who help women and couples statewide to explore life-affirming birth options for their pregnancies. The Joining Hearts team is committed to helping women understand the facts about parenting, adoption, adoption law, birth parent rights and more to help them make the best plan for themselves and their child. We also connect mothers to community resources such as housing, food, and healthcare. Individuals can call or text 888-818-4445 for immediate help. Learn More
Joining Hearts Private Adoption
Catholic Charities offers private adoption services for Arizona families who wish to open their hearts and homes to grow their family through adoption. Our full-service adoption program educates couples and walks alongside them through the certification process all the way to adoption finalization. Learn More
DIGNITY Diversion Program
The Catholic Charities DIGNITY (Developing Individual Growth and New Independence Through Yourself) Diversion program is an intensive education-based program to divert women from reoffending after arrests for sex-trafficking-related offenses. This program includes a 36-hour educational class, rehabilitation services that offer support, education and resources as well as life skills classes. Once classes are completed the charges can be dismissed. Learn More
