The mission of Catholic Charities Diocese of Monterey is to provide service to people in need, to advocate for social justice, and to call other people of good will to do the same.
Catholic Charities is one of the most trusted experts in wraparound support for immigrant, low-income, and working families. Every day, we walk alongside individuals and families, offering dignity, support, and a path toward a brighter future. Our dedicated team provides critical programs that meet immediate needs while fostering long-term stability and community resilience, programs such as: financial stability, immigration legal services, disaster recovery, access to food and healthcare, tattoo removal, and afterschool care.
Recent federal and state cuts to safety net programs have increased community needs, and more families are turning to us for help, facing housing and food insecurity, and lacking access to critical legal and health resources. This year, we have experienced an increase of 50% in requests for services. Your support helps us meet this growing demand. Together, we are safeguarding families, fostering resilience, and building a stronger community where everyone has a chance to thrive.
Providing Help, Creating Hope, Serving All"—that’s how we make a difference in Monterey County. We deliver trauma-informed services to our most vulnerable residents—immigrants, low-income families, seniors, and youth—focusing on underserved communities in Pajaro, Salinas, Soledad, Greenfield, and beyond. We help families achieve stability through financial support, immigration legal aid, nutrition programs, and afterschool care. By walking alongside our neighbors facing hardship, we uplift entire communities, fostering resilience, dignity, and hope. But we can't do it alone. Your support is vital to continuing to create lasting change—building a Monterey County where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.
Join us in making a difference today.
As a child, I watched my mom work two jobs, overwhelmed but grateful when Catholic Charities helped our family stay in our home. Their support kept us together during our hardest moments. As I grew older, tattoos on my neck made it impossible to find work, and I was headed down a tough, uncertain path. My mom urged me to try Catholic Charities again, and their Tattoo Removal Program transformed my life. It restored my confidence and opened doors I never thought possible. Today, I own a landscaping company and employ youth facing similar struggles, offering them hope and a new start. Without this program, I don’t know where I’d be. Catholic Charities gave me more than help—they gave me a second chance to build a better future. Thank you, Catholic Charities, for giving me hope and a second chance.
- P Navarro, Seaside
