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.
WE ARE THERE
Lifting up our neighbors in need
We make communities stronger and individuals and families more resilient. We are Catholic Charities Diocese of Madison.
Our Programs
From addressing hunger to homelessness and recovery support, Catholic Charities has been supporting communities for more than 75 years.
Aging
Aging service addresses some of the emotional, physical and social needs of older adults, serving with dignity and compassion.
Children & Families
Programs specializing in mental health support and providing food for children and families.
Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities
Programs for adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities.
Homelessness
The Beacon daytime resource center assists individuals and families experiencing homelessness in Dane County.
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
Latest News
EWTN showcases Parish Mobile Food Pantry in Highland
Highland, Wisconsin – In a recent feature aired on EWTN News Nightly, White House correspondent Owen Jensen highlighted the vital work of the Catholic Charities
Catholic Charities’ mental health efforts highlighted by USCCB
During a session of the USCCB’s 2024 Spring Plenary Assembly on June 13, Bishop Robert E. Barron of Winona-Rochester, Minnesota, was joined by Kerry
We Are There: Catholic Charities joins national awareness campaign
Catholic Charities Diocese of Madison is joining with the Catholic Charities network around the country to participate in We Are There, a national awareness campaign
Supporting Our Mission
Catholic Charities is grateful for the financial support of these foundations and organizations with gifts of $10,000 or more.
Oakwood Foundation
Care Team Ministry
TruStage Foundation
The Beacon
United Way of Dane County
The Beacon and FACE Kids
UW Health
The Beacon