Catholic Charities is one of the largest private family service agencies in Fairfield County. We serve the most vulnerable in our communities.
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Our programs and services address both immediate needs and provide support and preparation for fostering independence and self-sufficiency.
Helping Since 1916
Catholic Charities serves Fairfield County with programs that feed the hungry and homebound, shelter the homeless, strengthen families, assist with physical and mental health, and deliver consultation and assistance to immigrants. We serve all people without regard to age, race, religion, or ability to pay.
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Fesslers Awarded for Transformative Service at New Covenant Center
ary Beth and Bill Fessler, longtime volunteers and pillars of the New Covenant Center community, were recently honored with the Founder’s Award. Their journey of service began nearly 15 years ago, sparked by a simple act of kindness: organizing a monthly serving day for the Order of Malta.
Our Lady of Fatima Garden Nourishes Bridgeport Community
The Growing for Good Garden at Our Lady of Fatima, in partnership with Catholic Charities, is set to donate 750 pounds of fresh produce to the Thomas Merton Family Center food pantry this summer.
Client Spotlight: Shaniel McKenzie’s Journey from Homelessness to Hope
Shaniel McKenzie faced homelessness with a newborn daughter, but with support from Catholic Charities, she found stability, employment, and a new home.