Caring in faith for the human family | Catholic Charities

Providing caring, compassionate services for all people throughout Southern Wisconsin.

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We have been serving individuals and families across South Central Wisconsin since 1946.

We are the Catholic faith at work, serving as the charitable arm of the Diocese of Madison. We support individuals and families in need, regardless of their faith or beliefs, and empower them to live a fulfilling and dignified life.

MARY JEANNE KENNEDY ANDERSON

Youth Faith in Action Scholarship

Applications are now being accepted. Deadline to apply is Dec. 13, 2024

Our Programs

From addressing hunger to homelessness and recovery support, Catholic Charities has been supporting communities for more than 75 years. 

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Aging

Aging service addresses some of the emotional, physical and social needs of older adults, serving with dignity and compassion.

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Children & Families

Programs specializing in mental health support and providing food for children and families.

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Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities

Programs for adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities.

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Homelessness

The Beacon daytime resource center assists individuals and families experiencing homelessness in Dane County.

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Substance Use Treatment

5 Door Recovery is a residential facility located in Madison.

Catholic Charities partners with local parishes and the Second Harvest Foodbank of Southern Wisconsin to provide individuals and families in rural areas access to nutritional food.

Our Impact in 2023
19,274
Individuals served
1,743
Volunteers
30,567
Volunteer Hours

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Supporting Our Mission

Catholic Charities is grateful for the financial support of these foundations and organizations with gifts of $10,000 or more.


Catholic Order of Foresters – Sun Prairie
Catholic Charities

Oakwood Foundation
Care Team Ministry

Otto Bremer Trust
The Beacon

TruStage Foundation
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United Way of Dane County

The Beacon

UW Health
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