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More Than Gifts—Empowering Families This Christmas

More than Christmas giving, Catholic Charities’ Family Christmas Plan provides the gift of growth. Our Family Christmas Plan helps families enrolled in our services prepare to celebrate the holidays through...
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December 2025

Option for the Poor and Vulnerable December 2025 Core Principle As winter’s chill settles in and Advent invites us to prepare for Christ’s coming, we are reminded that Jesus entered...
Thank You

Thank YOU

Thank You Supporters As our Month of Gratitude comes to a close, our hearts are full. This month, we celebrated the parishes, volunteers, corporate partners, and donors who make the...
Queen of Peace Diaper Drive

Thank you for your generosity

Thank You Donors Your generosity isn’t just a gift—it’s a reflection of deep compassion. This Thanksgiving, we honor the selfless giving that fuels our mission and brings peace, love, and...
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Donors

Thank You Donors Every act of giving changes a life. To all our donors — thank you for your generosity, faith, and trust in Catholic Charities. Did you know: 43%...
Bishop David Zubik

Bishop Zubik finds new calling in volunteer service

David Zubik may have retired as bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Pittsburgh, but he hasn’t stepped away from serving others. On Thursday morning, he slipped into a volunteer’s seat...
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MSA

Thank You MSA: The Safety Company We’re so grateful for our friends at MSA Safety, whose team has consistently gone above and beyond in supporting our mission. Through volunteerism, sponsorship, event...
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Retired Bishop Zubik Works with Catholic Charities  

Catholic Charities to host Health and Smile Day with Walk-In Community Dental Services Nov. 20 Nov. 20, 2025 — Bishop David Zubik, Bishop Emeritus of the Diocese of Pittsburgh, is...
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Corporate Partners

Thank You Corporate Partners Our mission is stronger because of our Corporate Partners who share their time, talent, and treasure to serve our neighbors in need. From volunteer days to...
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Sarah M.

Thank You Sarah M. – Volunteer Since she was just 15 years old, Sarah has been a dedicated volunteer at Catholic Charities’ Challenges: Options in Aging Centers — and she’s...
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Volunteers

Thank You Volunteers Our volunteers are the hands and hearts of Catholic Charities! Every box delivered, every smile shared, every hour given — you make a difference. Thank you for...
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Thank you St. Michael the Archangel Parish

Thank You St. Michael the Archangel We’re especially grateful this week for the incredible parishioners at St. Michael the Archangel Parish, whose ongoing efforts and partnership of Catholic Charities brings...
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Parish and Community Partners

Thank You Parish & Community Partners! This week, we give thanks for our Parish and Community Partners — the heart of our mission in action! From food drives and donation...
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November 2025

Call to Family, Community, and Participation November 2025 Core Principle Human beings are created for relationship—with God and with one another. Catholic Social Teaching reminds us that our dignity is...
Thank You

30 Days of Thanks

Welcome to Catholic Charities’ Month of Gratitude! Throughout November, we’re taking time to say thank you — to the people and partners who make our mission possible every single day....
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Jumpstart Your Career

We’re excited to announce the next cohort of the Gismondi Job Training Program, beginning November 18 at 111 Blvd of the Allies. This free, short-term training program is designed to...
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Thanksgiving Food Drive Amazon

Catholic Charities is collecting nonperishable food items to create Thanksgiving meal boxes for local families. Help collect the following foods: Stuffing Gravy Mashed Potatoes Canned Corn Canned Green Beans Cranberry...
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A Sold-Out Night of Purpose

A Sold-Out Night of Purpose Pour with a Purpose raised over $68.5K to support St. Joseph House of Hospitality. Held at Kimpton Hotel Monaco, the sold-out evening featured bourbon and...
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More Than a Meal

More than a Meal When is a meal more than food on a table? When it leads to relationship. Catholic Charities, in collaboration with the Red Door Ministry, provides an...

Hot Meal Saturdays

Our Hot Meal program welcomes groups to prepare a hot dinner offsite and drop it off at St. Joseph House of Hospitality on Saturdays for their dinner served at 4:30pm....
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A Fresh Start with Furniture

A Fresh Start with Furniture Last week, our team had the joy of participating in a truly meaningful milestone: Furniture Day. It was more than just a delivery—it was a...
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October 2025

Life and Dignity of the Human Person October 2025 Core Principle The foundation of all Catholic Social Teaching is the belief that every human person is created in the image...
Susan Rauscher

Thank You for Supporting the Campaign for Compassion Corner

Thank You for Supporting the Campaign for Compassion Corner https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5_C_YAsetzE We are beyond excited and humbled to share that we have successfully wrapped up our $14-million capital campaign, the Campaign...
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September 2025

Solidarity August 2025 Core Principle Solidarity is our Gospel-rooted commitment to love one another as one human family. As Pope John Paul II teaches (Sollicitudo Rei Socialis), it’s more than...
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Helping Hands Club

The work of bringing stability and hope to our neighbors in Southwestern Pennsylvania takes all of us. We’re incredibly grateful to the Helping Hands Club at Guardian Angel Academy for...
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Sarah B.

In 2022 when inflation hit a 40-year-high and Russia invaded Ukraine, Sarah B. changed history. Her heart told her that those in the Pittsburgh region without shelter needed compassionate care...
Christopher Scoletti

Christopher Scoletti

Christopher Scoletti’s relationship with Catholic Charities began as a volunteer, where he saw firsthand the profound community need in his own city. The dedication of Catholic Charities’ staff—who provided compassionate...
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Jack McGinley

Jack McGinley’s journey as a “history maker” for Catholic Charities began with a simple yet profound moment. While serving as Board Chair of Mercy Hospital Foundation, Jack was struck by the...
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Michael Lombardo

Michael Lombardo’s advocacy for Catholic Charities began as a student at Penn State, inspired by his faith and education. His unwavering commitment to the organization reflects the values he learned as a...
Mike Gallagher

Mike Gallagher

In a world that often seems filled with challenges and uncertainties, there are individuals who choose to be a beacon of hope. Mike Gallagher is one such person. His unwavering...

Utility Assistance Program Intern

This internship works with families experiencing financial hardship in need of utility assistance. The internship will include working with the CAP team, providing financial and tangible assistance as appropriate, attending...

St. Joseph House of Hospitality Intern

Transitional housing for men over the age of 50 years old. The internship provides experience working with clients to find stable housing. During the field placement interns will hold appointments...

Pregnancy & Parenting Intern

Working with families that have a current pregnancy, a child in the home under two, or a child in the home over two and experiencing financial hardship. This internship also...

Family Christmas Plan (Allegheny)

Position Summary: Catholic Charities is looking for an intern to help coordinator our Family Christmas Plan program in Allegheny County. This individual will empower 15 to 20 families to develop an...

Diaper Days (Beaver/Lawrence)

Position Summary: Catholic Charities is looking for an intern to help coordinator our Family Christmas Plan program in Allegheny County. This individual will empower 15 to 20 families to develop an...

Counseling

For masters level students, semester or year-long internships focused in psychoeducation and supportive counseling contexts are available. To apply, please send resume to Marissa Barr (mskarv@ccpgh.org).

Christmas Gift Organization

Help organize and prepare Christmas gifts. Location: 111 Boulevard of the Allies, Pittsburgh, PA 15222. To apply, complete our Volunteer Interest Form or email Bethany Young (byoung@ccpgh.org).​​​​​​​
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Christmas Gift Delivery

Help deliver Christmas gifts to families who have limited transportation within Allegheny County. Catholic Charities provides over 2,000 gifts to families in our services region. Criminal and Child Abuse clearances are required...
Everest Thanksgiving Meal Drop Off 2023

Thanksgiving Meal Delivery

Thanksgiving Meal Delivery Join us on the Saturday before Thanksgiving as we pack Thanksgiving meals for families, we serve in Allegheny County and then deliver the meals. This annual event...
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Jessie Games

This cherished event brings joy, laughter, and connection to children, especially those facing challenges, through the power of play and friendship. The Jessie Games is a great family volunteer opportunity...

Washington County Outreach Support

The Washington County Office is seeking a volunteer to support our staff in support of our Roselia Pregnancy and Parenting Support Services. Volunteer responsibilities to include help with answering calls to ensure...

Roselia Pregnancy and Parenting Volunteer

Catholic Charities is seeking volunteers to help support our Roselia Pregnancy and Parenting Program in Washington County. This program provides support for women (and their families) who may be pregnant,...

PA MEDI Volunteer

Provide unbiased Medicare health insurance counseling.  Answer beneficiary questions on Medicare, Medicaid, Medicare Advantage and more. Trained free and Certified by PA Department of Aging. Requires State Police and Child...

Senior Center Volunteer

Lawrence County Area Agency on Aging has volunteer opportunities at their New Castle and Ellwood City locations. Both senior centers offer a variety of volunteer opportunities including: Arts & Crafts...

PA Long Term-Care Ombudsman Volunteer

Advocate for the rights of residents in long-term facilities. Provide emotional support to residents and investigate complaints working with facility staff for a resolution. Educate residents and their families about...

Lawrence County Outreach Support

The Lawrence County Office is seeking a volunteer to support our staff in support of our Roselia Pregnancy and Parenting Support Services. Volunteer responsibilities to include help with answering calls to ensure...

Greene County Outreach Support

The Greene County Office is seeking a volunteer to help our Greene County Outreach Office. Volunteer responsibilities to include help with answering calls to ensure helpful and compassionate communication with...

Diaper Days Volunteer

Join our Diaper Day volunteers by helping with sorting and organizing diapers and additional baby items, fulfilling diaper voucher forms, packing baby boxes, assisting with the monthly diaper giveaway days,...

Sandwich Blessings

Our Sandwich Blessing program welcomes groups to prepare a sandwich meal offsite and drop it of at St. Joseph House of Hospitality. Sandwich drop-offs are Saturday before 3pm and Sunday...
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Kitchen Crew

Looking for individuals to volunteer as a Kindness Kitchen Volunteer and help serve breakfast, lunch, or dinner to the residents while spreading a little bit of joy to the men...

Dinner with Friends

Prepare a meal for the sixty residents who reside at St. Joseph House of Hospitality utilizing our well-equipped commercial kitchen. Groups may have a maximum of ten individuals attend at...

Drop-In Center

Catholic Charities is looking for individuals to help our Case Managers who operate our Indoor Dining Area located at 111 Blvd of the Allies in downtown Pittsburgh. This area is...
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Help Move Furniture

Join our volunteer team that assists families who have experienced homelessness or have been affected by disasters. Volunteers help move families into new apartments within Allegheny County the last Thursday...
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Free Health Care Center

The Free Health Care Center at Catholic Charities could not exist without the generous work done by our community volunteers. Both our dental and medical centers are always welcoming those...

Family Christmas Plan Volunteer

Catholic Charities is looking for an individual to lead our Family Christmas Plan program in Allegheny County. This individual will empower 15 to 20 families to develop an individualized plan...
Baby Box Delivery

Baby Box Delivery

Deliver boxes of baby items and other basic items needed from our downtown office to client homes within Allegheny County through no-contact deliveries. Most deliveries are on Thursdays or Fridays....
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August 2025

Solidarity August 2025 Core Principle Solidarity is our Gospel-rooted commitment to love one another as one human family. As Pope John Paul II teaches (Sollicitudo Rei Socialis), it’s more than...
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July 2025

Preferential Option for the Poor and Vulnerable July 2025 Core Principle The Catholic Church teaches that a basic moral test of society is how it treats its most vulnerable members....
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Furnishing Homes with Love

Last Thursday, with the help of our amazing volunteers and the The Blessing Board, we helped several clients furnish their homes with essential items — turning empty spaces into warm, welcoming...
Bike Build

Wheels of Joy: A Summer Gift for Local Kids

Children of Catholic Charities’ clients will be receiving their own bikes this summer—thanks to the incredible generosity of our partners: Communicycle, United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania, and World Vision USA.We’re so grateful for...
Clay Shoot

Grateful for a Great Day at the Clay Shoot

We’re still feeling the energy from last week’s Catholic Charities Clay Shoot—and we couldn’t let the moment pass without thanking everyone who helped bring it to life.To our sponsors, volunteers,...
St. Philip Diaper Drive

Over 5,000 Diapers Donated by St. Philip Parish

Thank You, Saint Philip Church!We’re incredibly grateful to St. Philip Parish for their amazing support of Catholic Charities’ Roselia Pregnancy & Parenting Support Program. Their recent diaper drive brought in over...
Guardian Angel Academy Helping Hands Donation

Thank You, Guardian Angel Academy!

We extend our heartfelt thanks to Guardian Angel Academy’s Helping Hands Club for their final donation of the school year. Their generous May contribution of school supplies will be distributed...
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June 2025

Rights and Responsibilities June 2025 Core Principle The Catholic Church teaches that human dignity can be protected and a healthy community can be achieved only if human rights are protected...
Greene Diaper Drive

More Diapers, More Love from St. Matthias Parish

St. Matthias Parish is making a difference!Last week, they held a diaper drive for Catholic Charities and donated over 1700 diapers and 35 packs of wipes. But they’re not done...
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May 2025

Care for God’s Creation May 2025 Core Principle The Catholic Church teaches that we are called to protect people and the planet, living our faith in relationship with all of...

Mary, Queen of Peace Supports Families in Need

We are incredibly grateful to Mary, Queen of Peace Parish for their amazing support during our recent diaper drive for Catholic Charities. Thanks to their generosity, we received:– 1,483 individual...
LOC Diaper Drive

A Generous Gift from the Ladies of Charity

Thank you, Association of Ladies of Charity Diocese of Pittsburgh, for your incredible support! Your donation of over 2,500 diapers, 70 packs of wipes, and other baby items to the Roselia...
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April 2025

Option for the Poor and Vulnerable April 2025 Core Principle The Catholic Church emphasizes the importance of prioritizing the needs of the poor and vulnerable. This principle is deeply rooted...
Butler County Community College Career Fair

Connecting with Future Changemakers at BC3!

We had an amazing time at the Butler County Community College career fair on Thursday! It was a fantastic opportunity to meet and connect with passionate young individuals eager to...

Top 5 Signs of Great Emotional Health

Emotional health isn’t about always feeling happy—it’s about resilience, self-awareness, and balance. Here are five key signs of strong emotional well-being: You Acknowledge and Express Your Emotions – Instead of bottling...

Catholic Charities Day

WHEREAS, Catholic Charities has collaborated with trusted human services partners to offer options for women escaping domestic violence and facing homelessness in downtown Pittsburgh; and, WHEREAS, understanding that neglect and violence threatens...
Clay Shoot

Record-Breaking Clay Shoot

Thanks to all who joined us for our annual summer Clay Shoot. The turnout was great, and the support we received was amazing. We owe special thanks to our event...
Challenges 50 Anniversary

Challenges celebrates 50th anniversary

The Lawrence County Area Agency on Aging celebrated its 50th anniversary last Wednesday with a visit from the state secretary of aging. An open house was held to mark the...

Compassion Corner: A Recap of Our Unforgettable Launch!

Frankly, we’re just a little overwhelmed today – and so very, very grateful. More than 140 elected officials and community and business leaders gathered in downtown Pittsburgh at the public...