making a difference
TOGETHER, WE Change Lives
SAMARITAN HOUSE DENVER
SAMARITAN HOUSE DENVER
SAMARITAN HOUSE FORT COLLINS
SAMARITAN HOUSE FORT COLLINS
SAMARITAN HOUSE GREELEY ON THE GUADALUPE CAMPUS
SAMARITAN HOUSE GREELEY ON THE GUADALUPE CAMPUS
MARISOL SERVICES
MARISOL SERVICES
CATHOLIC CHARITIES HOUSING
CATHOLIC CHARITIES HOUSING
EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION
EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION
ST. RAPHAEL COUNSELING
ST. RAPHAEL COUNSELING
IMMIGRATION
IMMIGRATION
EMERGENCY & VICTIM'S ASSISTANCE
EMERGENCY & VICTIM'S ASSISTANCE
KINSHIP & SENIOR SERVICES
KINSHIP & SENIOR SERVICES
LITTLE FLOWER ASSISTANCE CENTER
LITTLE FLOWER ASSISTANCE CENTER
COMMUNITY OUTREACH
COMMUNITY OUTREACH
SUPPORTING NEIGHBORS.
TRANSFORMING LIVES.
Catholic Charities, guided by our mission to extend the healing ministry of Jesus Christ to the poor and those in need, feeds, houses, educates, counsels and provides emergency assistance and critical services to tens of thousands of neighbors across Colorado's Front Range and Western Slope each year. As the charitable arm of the Archdiocese of Denver, Catholic Charities provides life-changing support to Coloradans at 76 locations as they work to improve their lives. The list of what Catholic Charities does is remarkably diverse: Samaritan House, Marisol Services, Catholic Charities Housing, St. Raphael Counseling, Early Childhood Education, Immigration, Emergency and Food Assistance ... the list goes on and on. For 98 years, from Greeley to Glenwood Springs, Fort Collins to Fort Morgan, Boulder to Centennial, Catholic Charities has supported neighbors and transformed lives ... and we look forward to serving our community into our second century and beyond.
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Our Mission Statement
As the charitable arm of the Archdiocese of Denver, and inspired by God’s love and compassion, Catholic Charities extends the healing ministry of Jesus Christ to the poor and those in need.
Our Mission Statement
As the charitable arm of the Archdiocese of Denver, and inspired by God’s love and compassion, Catholic Charities extends the healing ministry of Jesus Christ to the poor and those in need.
FACES OF HOPE
A Mother’s Mission, A Daughter’s Heart
Sometimes, the biggest acts of love come from the smallest hands. That was true for Brealynn, a student from Scott Elementary who was determined to make a difference in her community. But her story begins with someone else’s quiet mission—her mother’s. When Brealynn’s mom accepted a position at Samaritan House Greeley—a Catholic Charities shelter for … Read more
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A Year After Finding Refuge at Samaritan House, Nicole Leads Drive to Uplift Other Women
Every evening after her shift at the front desk of a Denver hotel, Nicole would stand outside Samaritan House on Lawrence Street, waiting to get a bed. One night, Miss D, a case manager at Samaritan House, approached Nicole. “She saw me,” Nicole says. “Like, really saw me.” Miss D pulled her aside. “I’m gonna … Read more
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Celebrating Volunteer Appreciation Month
In April, Catholic Charities serving Larimer and Weld Counties celebrated the beating heart of our ministries: our volunteers. During National Volunteer Appreciation Month, dedicated folks from ministries across Northern Colorado joined us for the third annual volunteer appreciation event. Held at Our Lady of the Valley parish in Windsor, the gathering brought together volunteers from … Read more
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From Conversations to Conversion: Josh and Raul’s Journey of Friendship and Faith
When Josh first met Raul at Catholic Charities’ Samaritan House, he didn’t expect much more than a work friendship. They both worked similar hours and in similar positions to help the women living in the shelter. What started with casual conversations about movies like The Dark Knight and The Godfather gradually became something deeper. “I … Read more
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Volunteer Spotlight: Tom – Our “First Responder” With A Heart Of Gold
At Samaritan House Greeley, every act of kindness matters but some stand out as truly unforgettable. Tom, one of our most dedicated volunteers, is the kind of person who hears a need and immediately asks, “How can I help?” That spirit of generosity is why he was honored with the First Responder Award at this … Read more
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How One Woman’s Legacy Will Continue to Shelter Others
“The secret of a happy heart is serving others.” Grace Robinson didn’t just say those words—she lived them. After more than two decades as a nun in the Sacred Heart Order, Grace felt called to serve in a new and profound way: by becoming a mother. With great courage, she received permission to break her … Read more
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A Legacy of Action, Charity and Adoration: Remembering Pope Francis
“The Eucharist was placed on the altar for adoration,” Jennifer Torres recalls. “And the entire group went silent — like you could hear a pin drop. It was so clear in that moment: we are here because of Him. And we’re still here.” For Jennifer, who serves in Community Engagement with Respect Life Denver at … Read more
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“Smelling Like the Sheep”: Emma Ramirez on the Legacy of Pope Francis
When Emma Ramirez, Director of Respect Life Denver at Catholic Charities, traveled to Rome in the spring of 2014, Pope Francis was in his first year of the papacy. “There was just an unbelievable amount of excitement,” she remembers. “We had a new Pope and it was the first time many of us were getting … Read more
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More Than A Sweet Sixteen
She always thought her sixteenth birthday would be about parties, gifts, maybe even a driver’s license. But today, it was about something bigger—something she had been dreaming of for years. Today, her mom surprised her with the best birthday gift she could imagine. They were moving into their own home! For a long time, home … Read more
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All Saints Apartments Earns Statewide Recognition with Eagle Award Nomination
Catholic Charities is proud to share that All Saints Apartments has been nominated for the 2025 Eagle Award, one of Colorado’s most prestigious honors in affordable housing. Located in southwest Denver, All Saints Apartments offers 63 thoughtfully designed studio and one-bedroom units, providing safe, stable, and beautiful housing for individuals overcoming homelessness. With amenities like … Read more
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Former Afghan refugee becomes U.S. Citizen and leads the State effort to integrate over 2000 Afghan evacuees in Colorado.
Don’t be fooled by Muhammad Abdullahi’s smiling face and relentless positivity. Muhammad and his family came to the U.S. as refugees, fleeing targeted attacks by the Taliban because of Muhammad’s work with the U.S. Army in Afghanistan. Muhammad is also Hazara, an Afghan minority ethnic group that has suffered persecution for centuries at the hands … Read more
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Empowering Families Through the Catholic Charities Early Childhood Education Home-Based Program
The early years of a child’s life are critical in shaping their development and future success. Understanding this, Catholic Charities has developed the Early Childhood Education (ECE) Head Start Program’s Home-Based sector, offering families with children from birth to age 5 the chance to receive personalized, in-home support to enhance their parenting skills and promote … Read more
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From Overcoming Tragedy to Becoming an Invaluable Volunteer at Catholic Charities
Virginia Ficco’s journey to becoming a cherished Catholic Charities volunteer began in an unexpected way. In 2014, she survived a devastating car accident outside Cortez, Colorado. Airlifted to University Hospital in Denver, she spent 32 days in intensive care. Her doctor advised her and her husband to relocate from their home in Ouray to be … Read more
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Pete finds his forever home at Catholic Charities Housing’s All Saints Apartments
Pete Gonzalez, one of the newest residents at All Saints Apartments, has always called Denver home. Born and raised in the Harvey Park neighborhood, he has witnessed the area evolve and rent prices skyrocket. For a decade, he lived in a nearby apartment, but rising costs eventually forced him out. He relocated to Wellington to … Read more
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A Story of Hope and Healing After Nearly Two Decades of Homelessness
After 19 years of homelessness—living on the streets and in his car—David is finally finding hope and healing. For nearly two decades, his life was filled with uncertainty, moving from place to place and surviving day by day. But today, he has a place to call his own: a home at St. Valentine Apartments in … Read more
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Volunteer and Donor Impact
"Giving Back Isn’t Just Something We Do—It’s a Responsibility"
The Nichols Family
Friends Loretta and Sharon have served the Little Flower Assistance Center for nearly 40 years.
"We're grateful we've built a strong friendship volunteering together."
Loretta and Sharon
Thomas and Anita choose to volunteer at Marisol Family because...
“We both have a heart for families, and we want to work where we can make a difference.”
Thomas and Anita
CSU Philanthropy students help Samaritan House Fort Collins as a way to deepen their education and community connections.
"It's a great way to bond with our classmates."
CSU Philanthropy Group
Notre Dame School collected a record number of coats this year.
"This was a unique way to participate in the Eucharistic Revival and deepen our connection with one another."
Notre Dame School
Pam and Bob Thode offer weekly equine classes for veterans at Samaritan House.
“I know how much working with the horses means to our veterans”
Pam and Bob
St. John Paul the Great High School students focus on formation encounters, partnering with our ministries as they build life-changing connections in the community.
St. John Paul the Great
CSU Philanthropy students help Samaritan House Fort Collins as a way to deepen their education and community connections.
"It's a great way to bond with our classmates."
CSU Philanthropy Group
Friends Loretta and Sharon have served the Little Flower Assistance Center for nearly 40 years.
"We're grateful we've built a strong friendship volunteering together."
Loretta and Sharon
Notre Dame School collected a record number of coats this year. "This was a unique way to participate in the Eucharistic Revival and deepen our connection with one another."
Notre Dame School
Thomas and Anita choose to volunteer at Marisol Family because... “We both have a heart for families, and we want to work where we can make a difference.”
Thomas and Anita
Pam and Bob Thode offer weekly equine classes for veterans at Samaritan House.
“I know how much working with the horses means to our veterans”