Founded in 1984, Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Monterey, is a faith-based non-profit social service agency providing aid to individuals and families in the four central coast counties of Monterey, Santa Cruz, San Benito and San Luis Obispo.

We are motivated by our mission to assist individuals and families of all backgrounds and beliefs providing them with tools, training and resources to help meet basic necessities for life. In addition, we provide information and referrals to social service agencies in each community we serve. Our three core areas of service are Mental Health Counseling, Immigration and Citizenship and Family Supportive Services. We serve over 20,000 people in need.

You can be a part of our success. We offer a variety of ways to better our community and enrich your life. Partner with us now!

Catholic Charities USA, as well as its affiliates throughout the United States, derives much of its financial resources from public donations, including those received via this and our affiliates’ online websites. If unsure as to the legitimacy of our online donation channels, individuals and agencies who wish to donate to Catholic Charities USA should contact Catholic Charities USA and/or their local Catholic Charities affiliates. Neither Catholic Charities USA, nor any of its affiliates throughout the United States are in any way associated or affiliated with the organization whose website is www.catholic.charities.net, does not control such a website, and is not responsible for its contents. For more information, please do not hesitate to contact Catholic Charities USA or your local Catholic Charities affiliate.

Get Help

FInd help and assistance from compassionate and caring people. Here at Catholic Charities our outreach programs are open to all that need help.

Donate

Help others that are less fortunate. Make a difference right in your community. Pledge, donate, participate in the many fun, family oriented events we sponsor throughout the year.

Get Involved

Help provide needed support services to those in need. Share your special skill or gift. Organize, develop, tutor, counsel, build. We believe that everyone has something to offer.

Latest Poverty Data

Provided by Catholic Charities of California and
updated 3 times per year. Download PDF for
California • Download PDF for Monterey County.Download PDF reports about poverty in California and Monterey County