Catholic Charities DC an Independent Social Services Agency

Our Impact

We give help that empowers and hope that lasts as the most comprehensive provider of social services in D.C. and suburban Maryland.

4M+

Meals were served to the hungry and food insecure last year

8,733

People were given medical and dental assistance last year

1,035

Beds were provided to men, women and children each night

158K+

Men, women and children are helped by our programs annually

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What’s Happening at Catholic Charities

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Celebrating 20 Years of Helping Mothers Battling Cancer

What began as a small initiative has grown into one of Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Washington’s most celebrated charity golf tournaments, uniting the local community and golfers…

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New Beginnings for the Kennedy School Class of 2025

Graduation is an excellent time for friends and family to come together and celebrate a student’s achievements. This year, on a warm and sunny August day, two families gathered at Kennedy…

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Educating Young Minds Since 1997 and Anticipating the Future Conway Education Center

Teaching is a work of the heart, and Barbara Lankster, a program manager at Catholic Charities’ Child Development Center, has gone above and beyond to help educate and inspire young children…