Help that works. Hope that lasts.

Your support of Catholic Charities changes lives.

Homeless women like Lisa find a safe, serene place to live while they put their lives back together.  (You can hear Lisa's story here.)

Youth at risk of dropping out of school receive academic and social support so they can graduate and reach their potential.

Families facing eviction due to financial setbacks get the help they need to stay in their homes.

Unemployed and underemployed people are guided through job searches, resume creation and interview prep, and go on to secure employment and greater self-sufficiency.

People of all faiths are encouraged to advocate for public policies to care for the environment and protect human rights.

Each year Catholic Charities of Tompkins/Tioga serves thousands of low income and vulnerable people through our Emergency Financial Assistance, Transitional Housing, Nutrition, Immigrant Services, Family and Youth Empowerment, Employment Search and Justice & Peace programs.

Three of the thousands of people served by Catholic Charities so far this year: (These cute little guys got ready for back-to-school through our backpack giveaway.)