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Each day became a personal and isolated struggle for food, shelter, and safety. Life on the streets taught him to be cautious — to trust no one and rely only on himself. Even small gestures of kindness felt unfamiliar, sometimes even dangerous.
That began to change when John found his way to St. Joseph Diner.
Read MoreCatholic Charities of Acadiana stands with those impacted and calls on our community to respond with mercy and compassion by donating to local food pantries and working for the common good on behalf of those most prone to suffering with the loss of vital food benefits.
Read MoreDonna, a retired teacher, wanted to help Matthew, who is on the autism spectrum, develop important life skills while experiencing the joy of serving others. What started as a personal journey of growth quickly turned into a shared mission of feeding our neighbors, learning, and giving back to the community.
Read MoreAll efforts are executed in direct partnership with Catholic Charities of San Antonio, who continue to provide on-the-ground emergency services and long-term recovery in Kerrville and surrounding flood-impacted communities.
Read MoreIn response to the recent and devastating flooding in the Texas Hill Country, Catholic Charities of Acadiana and KLFY will host a one-day, item-specific supply drive on Wednesday, July 16th, to collect essential relief items for flood survivors.
Read MoreAt Catholic Charities of Acadiana, we currently offer the safety of emergency shelter for nearly 75 men, women, and veterans experiencing homelessness—every single night.
To continue this vital work, we rely on generous support from our community. Right now, our top five shelter needs are right here:
