Providing Help.
Creating Hope.
To the faithful of the Diocese of Beaumont,
We have all watched with heavy hearts the devastating flooding in Central Texas that started on July 4, 2025. The loss of life and widespread destruction have left many of us feeling helpless and wanting to respond but unsure how.
Catholic Charities of Southeast Texas is working to coordinate a compassionate and united response on behalf of the parishioners of the Diocese of Beaumont and our neighbors throughout Southeast Texas.
We invite you to join us in offering both prayer and practical support in two meaningful ways:
- Monetary Donations – Financial gifts may be made through our website at www.ccsetx.org. Your donation will help fund both immediate relief and long-term recovery efforts for those affected.
- Product Donations – Please see the attached list of the items that are needed, and donation drop off locations. These goods will directly support local relief efforts in the impacted communities.
Many thanks to the parishes that have already started collecting donations. We now look to the broader diocesan community to help expand this outreach.
Together, with hearts rooted in compassion and faith, we can be a source of hope for our brothers and sisters in Central Texas. Thank you for responding generously and in solidarity with those who are suffering.
Sincerely yours in Christ,
Most Reverend David L. Toups Carolyn R. Fernandez
Bishop of the Diocese of Beaumont President/CEO
DISASTER RELIEF DONATION DRIVE BENEFITTING CENTRAL TEXAS
Urgently Needed Items:
- Hygiene products (e.g. toothpaste, toothbrushes, soap, shampoo, deodorant)
- Diapers and baby wipes
- New children’s clothes (all sizes)
- New socks and underwear (all sizes)
- Cleaning supplies (e.g. large black trash bags, bleach, gloves, brooms, mops, buckets)
- Paper products (paper towels, toilet paper)
- Donations can be dropped off at any of these locations:
Catholic Charities Market to HOPE (Help Other People Eat)
3370 Sarah Street Beaumont, TX 77705
Tuesday – Friday July 8-11 10AM-4PM
Saint Charles Borromeo Catholic Church
211 Hardy Ave. Nederland, TX 77627
Tuesday – Friday July 8-11 8AM-4PM; (closed for lunch 11:30AM-12:45PM) Masses on Saturday & Sunday
Catholic Charities Western Service Facility
902 E. Third Street Winnie, TX 77665
Tuesday – Friday July 8-11 10AM-4PM
Saint Elizabeth Catholic Church
2006 Nall St. Port Neches, TX 77651
Tuesday – Friday July 8-11 9AM-3PM
Catholic Charities Hospitality Center
3959 Gulfway Drive Port Arthur, TX 77642
Tuesday - Sunday July 8-12 9AM-1PM
Saint Francis of Assisi Catholic Church
4300 Meeks Dr. Orange, TX 77632
Tuesday – Friday July 8-11 9AM-3PM Masses on Saturday & Sunday
Infant Jesus Catholic Church
243 S Lhs Dr. Lumberton, TX
Tuesday – Friday July 8-11 9AM-2PM Masses on Saturday & Sunday
Saint Jude Thaddeus Catholic Church
6825 Gladys Ave. Beaumont, TX 77706
Tuesday – Thursday July 8-10 8AM-4PM Friday July 11 8AM - Noon Masses on Saturday & Sunday
Culotta Hall
Saint Anthony Cathedral Basilica
700 Jefferson St. Beaumont, TX 77701
Tuesday – Friday July 8-11 9AM-4PM Masses on Saturday & Sunday
Our Programs
Catholic Charities of Southeast Texas offers six programs in service and support of those in need. Keeping with our mission, “People of faith responding to needs by serving, teaching, building community, and preserving the dignity of individuals and families in Southeast Texas,” our organization offers services primarily to low-to-moderate income residents of Chambers, Hardin, Jasper, Jefferson, Liberty, Newton, Orange, Polk, and Tyler Counties. Catholic Charities of Southeast Texas makes its services available to all without regard to race, religion, age, gender, or national origin. We serve people not because they are Catholic but because we are Catholic.
Counseling Services
Counseling Services provides English and Spanish language counseling to individuals and families seeking emotional and mental health support. Our therapists also provide free counseling to women who are experiencing emotional distress related to an unplanned pregnancy.
Elijah's Place
Elijah’s Place provides ongoing grief support to children ages 5 – 18 who have experienced the death of a parent, caregiver, or sibling. The program also offers childhood bereavement education for adults working in schools, churches, and community organizations.
Home Matters
Home Matters offers housing, financial, and disaster services. Housing services include pre-purchase and post-purchase housing counseling, foreclosure prevention, and rental housing counseling. Financial services assist with payment of rent, utilities, and food for those experiencing a temporary hardship. Financial education, credit repair, and free income tax preparation are additional services available to help individuals and families gain self-sufficiency. Disaster services are provided to address immediate relief needs and long-term response efforts to help families rebuild their lives in the aftermath of hurricanes, tornadoes, or other severe weather events.
Hospitality Center
The Hospitality Center provides a clean, comfortable environment in which our guests receive a freshly prepared wholesome, hot meal every day of the year. The Hospitality Center is located at 3959 Gulfway Drive, Port Arthur, Texas.
Immigration
Catholic Charities of Southeast Texas is the only non-profit agency in our region that is recognized by the Department of Justice as a qualified provider of immigration legal services. Our accredited staff are experienced and skilled at helping immigrants.
Market to HOPE (Help Other People Eat)
Market to HOPE (Help Other People Eat) provides supplemental grocery products to low-income households experiencing food insecurity. In-store service offers clients the opportunity to shop and select the foods that meet their dietary needs and preferences. Curbside service offers clients an array of products selected for them from our available inventory. Market to HOPE is located at 3370 Sarah Street, Beaumont, Texas.
