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Creating Hope.

About Us

Catholic Charities of Southeast Texas offers seven 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.

Our Programs

Asset Building Case Management

Asset Building Case Management combines financial education with long-term case management, including creating spending plans, repairing credit, identifying methods to increase savings, making progress toward home ownership, as well as developing foreclosure prevention strategies. Free income tax preparation is also available for qualifying clients.

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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.

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Disaster Response

Disaster Response provides financial assistance and long-term case management to help families rebuild their lives after major disasters. In addition, through Hardship Assistance, families experiencing temporary financial difficulties may also receive help.

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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.

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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.

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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. 

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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.

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Our Annual Impact

9K

Clients Served

25K

Hours Served

78K

Meals Served

$216K

Tax Refunds obtained

Active Events

Breakfast with the Bishop

April 20th

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Catholic Charities Annual Second Collection

Details to come!

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Harvest of Hope

November 2024

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Breakfast with the Bishop

April 20th

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Catholic Charities Annual Second Collection

Details to come!

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Mrs. Janet - Hospitality Center Volunteer

The Hospitality Center welcomes seniors to volunteer to help serve the community. One of those individuals is Mrs. Janet, who first volunteered with the Center over 20 years ago. She recently came back to volunteer in 2023. Mrs. Janet said she needed something to do with her time and that she was tired of sitting in her chair at home watching television.

Sandi Dupre - Elijah's Place Volunteer

Volunteering at Elijah’s Place has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my life. Over time, I’ve seen clients open up, share their stories, and begin to thrive. I’ve seen them help the new clients that enter the program. They realize that they aren’t alone; that there are people who can relate to what they’re experiencing, and those people won’t judge or dismiss them.

Dani Mick - Elijah's Place Volunteer

I am so grateful and blessed to be an active volunteer. I have formed a personal relationship with others and a beautiful connection with those I facilitate. My heart continues to grow each session! Elijah’s Place has become a part of my life and spiritual journey. I tell everyone that God put me in this path for a reason and for that, I look forward to many more years of volunteering! Jeremiah 29:11

Ricki - Hospitality Center Volunteer

It is a very rewarding experience and I always feel good doing something for someone else. I had a health crisis recently, but could not wait to come back. The wheelchair is not going to stop me!

Mrs. Janet - Hospitality Center Volunteer

The Hospitality Center welcomes seniors to volunteer to help serve the community. One of those individuals is Mrs. Janet, who first volunteered with the Center over 20 years ago. She recently came back to volunteer in 2023. Mrs. Janet said she needed something to do with her time and that she was tired of sitting in her chair at home watching television.

Sandi Dupre - Elijah's Place Volunteer

Volunteering at Elijah’s Place has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my life. Over time, I’ve seen clients open up, share their stories, and begin to thrive. I’ve seen them help the new clients that enter the program. They realize that they aren’t alone; that there are people who can relate to what they’re experiencing, and those people won’t judge or dismiss them.
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