Thank you to all the churches and schools hosting collection drives for Undy Sunday this weekend! Y Undy Sunday items are also available to purchase on our Amazon Wish List: amazon.com/registries/gl/…

Children from our Alexandria Head Start had a wonderful time visiting Bronkberry Farms last week! At Head Start, we believe children learn best through play and hands-on experiences! If you want your child to share in these experiences, enroll today: catholiccharitiesjoliet.org/services/early…

Our next Mobile Food Pantry distribution is on Monday evening in South Wilmington!

Thank you to our friends at St. Patrick Church of Wilton Center for your Undy Sunday collection! We always appreciate your support!

Behind the scenes! The children at Felman Head Start Center looked fabulous for fall picture day! Head Start is enrolling: catholiccharitiesjoliet.org/services/early…

In honor of Head Start Awareness Month, our Felman Head Start took part in a “Head Start Spirit Week.” The week was extra special because we're also celebrating the 60th birthday of Head Start! Head Start is enrolling: catholiccharitiesjoliet.org/services/early…

At Head Start, we know the importance of family involvement! Thank you to the dads who joined us for our pumpkin carving Fatherhood Engagement event at Rockdale Center. Head Start is now enrolling: catholiccharitiesjoliet.org/services/early…

We’re here to help you put good food on the table in November! Check out our Mobile Food Pantry calendar to see when we’ll be in your area. Everyone is welcome! Please share to help spread the word!

We’re honored to walk beside individuals like this client, offering shelter, support, and a path forward.

It was a little bit chilly for our trunk-or-treat at Broadway Head Start, but we had TONS of fun anyway! Head Start is enrolling: catholiccharitiesjoliet.org/services/early…

Pumpkin carving with dad at Rockdale Center Head Start was a great bonding experience! Scooping, squishing, and exploring pumpkins also helps young children develop fine motor skills, sensory awareness, and creativity. Head Start is enrolling: catholiccharitiesjoliet.org/services/early…

Happy Halloween! We love trunk-or-treat events around town! Here's staff from Daybreak Center at a Joliet Police Department trunk or treat last weekend. Scooby-Dooby-Doo!!! #halloween #joliet

Last week, we gathered for another wonderful Community Partnership Luncheon, hosted by our Early Childhood Services Division. IRIS of Will County received this year’s Community Appreciation Award!

Do you have a car you no longer need? Donating your vehicle to Catholic Charities is super easy and tax-deductible. Proceeds help support our programs that provide food, shelter, and care to those who need it most. Learn more or start your donation today: careasy.org/nonprofit/cath…

We’re expecting a larger turnout than usual, so please plan to arrive early. All are welcome!

Flashback Friday! Last week, the children at our Felman Center Head Start enjoyed a trunk-or-treat event. Great costumes! Head Start is enrolling: catholiccharitiesjoliet.org/services/early…

Our Felman Center Head Start went to Siegel's Farm Siegel's Cottonwood Farm for an end-of-fall field trip. They met animals, rode trains, and learned all about farm life as they played and explored the pumpkin farm. Head Start is enrolling: catholiccharitiesjoliet.org/services/early…

Join us for a Candlelight Concert, illuminated by thousands of candles! Classic Christmas songs performed by a classical string quartet. Friday, December 5 Hollywood Casino, Joliet 7:30pm catholiccharitiesjoliet.org/candlelight/

Our team recently created thank-you gift bags for the landlords who partner with one of our housing programs in Will County. These landlords give our clients a chance at stability and independence after experiencing homelessness. We’re so grateful for our community partners! ❤️

Our Rockdale Head Start students celebrated Veterans Day with a special craft to honor the brave men and women who have served our country!