What does Catholic Charities do?
How is Catholic Charities related to the Archdiocese of St. Paul and Minneapolis?
Is Catholic Charities part of a national organization?
What programs do you offer?
Who is your Chief Executive Officer?
Who is on your Board of Directors?
How are donations used?
How can I give to Catholic Charities?
What jobs are available at Catholic Charities?
What does Catholic Charities do?
Catholic Charities serves those most in need. We help individuals and families reach their full potential as we call for justice in the community. Catholic Charities serves adults, families and children, regardless of faith. We provide children's, family, housing and emergency services in the 12-county metropolitan area of Minneapolis and St. Paul.
How is Catholic Charities related to the Archdiocese of St. Paul and Minneapolis?
Catholic Charities is the human services arm of the Archdiocese of St. Paul and Minneapolis, but is structured as a separate 501(c)3 nonprofit corporation. Catholic Charities’ programs receive approximately 10 cents of every dollar raised through the Annual Catholic Appeal. In total, the Archdiocese provides funding for 5 percent of Catholic Charities' $35 million operating budget. The generosity of other private charitable contributors provides for more than 30 percent of the agency's budget.
Is Catholic Charities of St. Paul and Minneapolis part of a national organization?
Catholic Charities of St. Paul and Minneapolis is a member and affiliate organization of Catholic Charities USA (CCUSA), one of the largest private networks of social service providers in the country. Each affiliate organization of CCUSA has its own mission statement and provides programs and services to respond to the specific needs in its region.
What programs do you offer?
Catholic Charities has a broad range of programs for children, families and adults in the 12-county metro area. See the program list and links to more information about these programs.
Who is your Chief Executive Officer?
Robert Spinner currently serves as Catholic Charities' interim CEO as a national search is conducted for a permanent CEO. Mr. Spinner began this new role June 8, 2009 after retiring from the Catholic Charities Board of Directors in December 2008. Spinner replaces Fr. John Estrem, who served as Catholic Charities' CEO from March 2005 to June 2009.
Who is on your Board of Directors?
There are 42 members of the Catholic Charities Board of Directors, which convenes quarterly to discuss issues pertaining to the agency.
How are donations used?
In the 2008 fiscal year, our operating budget was $35.3 million. The majority of funding (81%) is allocated to the agency's four main program areas: Children's Services (30%), Family Services (13%), Housing and Emergency Services (36%) and Advocacy (2%). Review our financial statement and use of resources for our most recent fiscal year. Copies of our most recent annual report, which includes this financial statement, are available by calling 612-664-8523 or e-mailing giving@ccspm.org.
How can I give to Catholic Charities?
Catholic Charities has a variety of giving programs and welcomes all levels of support. Donate online or learn more about giving options. Or, contact a staffperson directly.
What opportunities are there for volunteers?
Volunteer opportunities exist throughout the organization in St. Paul, Minneapolis and the greater Twin Cities metropolitan area. We make every effort to match your skills and your schedule to an opportunity that is right for you. Visit the Volunteer page, call 612-664-8600 or e-mail volunteer@ccspm.org for more information about volunteering.
What jobs are available at Catholic Charities?
Our job postings are updated weekly on the Employment page.
