FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What does Catholic Charities Fort Worth do?
• Do you have to be Catholic to receive services, donate,
or work for Catholic Charities Fort Worth?
• What programs do you offer?
• How is Catholic Charities related to the Diocese of Fort Worth?
• Is Catholic Charities part of a national organization?
• How is your funding used?
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How can I give to Catholic Charities?
• How can I get involved, other than donating funds?
What does Catholic Charities Fort Worth do?
We focus on ending poverty in our community by welcoming the stranger, caring for children, and strengthening families. We have over 40 programs designed to combat poverty by promoting self sufficiency through a range of solutions including helping the homeless, sheltering at-risk children, teaching financial literacy courses, resettling refugees, and much more. You can learn more about specific services we offer on our programs page.
Do you have to be Catholic to receive services, donate,
or work for Catholic Charities Fort Worth?
Absolutely not! We like to say that we serve people because of our faith, not theirs. Our faith calls us to serve others, regardless of their personal faith traditions. Our staff reports over 20 religious affiliations.
What programs do you offer?
Catholic Charities offers services to the elderly, disabled, refugees, immigrants, men, women, children, and families through a broad range of over 40 programs. Click here for a more detailed description of the services we provide.
How is Catholic Charities related to the Diocese of Fort Worth?
Catholic Charities is the social justice arm of the church and is structured as a separate 501(c)(3), nonprofit corporation. Each year, Catholic Charities receives funding from the diocese through an annual appeal.
Is Catholic Charities part of a national organization?
Catholic Charities Diocese of Fort Worth, Inc. is a member and affiliate organization of Catholic Charities USA (CCUSA), one of the largest private networks of social service providers in the country. Each affiliate organization operates under its own mission statement and provides programs and services to respond to the specific needs in its community.
How is your funding used?
In 2010, our operating budget was $15.6 million. Over 90% of our funding goes directly back to client services. See our Annual Report for details on how our agency uses its funding resources.
How can I give to Catholic Charities?
Catholic Charities has a variety of giving programs and welcomes all levels of support. Click here to donate online or learn more about giving options.
How can I get involved, other than donating funds?
Each year Catholic Charities works with over 1,000 volunteers. Volunteer opportunities exist throughout each of our service areas. We make every effort to match your skills, schedule and passions to an opportunity that is right for you.
Click here or call 817.413.3926 for more information about volunteering.