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Our Mission
Catholic Charities of the Diocese of La Crosse proclaims Christ's Gospel of Life and promotes human dignity by alleviating poverty and strengthening individuals and families.

Our Vision
Believing in the presence of God in our midst, and called by the Diocesan Bishop, Catholic Charities proclaims the sanctity of human life and the dignity of the person by sharing in the mission of Jesus given to the Church.

To this end, Catholic Charities works with individuals, families, and communities to help them meet their needs, address their issues, eliminate oppression, and build a just and compassionate society.

Catholic Charities, in accordance with Catholic Moral and Social Teachings, shall not engage in any discriminatory actions against any legally protected class unless otherwise provided by law.

When you just need help, Catholic Charities of the Diocese of La Crosse offers:

• Adoption
• Bankruptcy Services
• Birth Parent Support Services
• Debt Management Services
• Domestic Abuse Program
  (Prairie du Chien Office Only)
• Emergency Support Services
• Financial Counseling
• Good Samaritan Affiliates
• HIV/AIDS Ministry Project
• Health and Disabilities-IHSP
• Housing Counseling
• Immigration Counseling Service
• Legal & Advocacy Assistance
• Representative Payee Program

Download the Catholic Charities Agency brochure
to learn more about our services.

Download our 2008 Annual Report (PDF)

Download our Privacy and Confidentiality Policy (PDF)

Download our 2008 Form 990 (PDF)
to learn more about our organization's financial report.

Catholic Charities is COA accredited
Catholic Charities of the Diocese of La Crosse, Inc., is a COA accredited agency from the Council on Accreditation for Family and Children’s Agencies. This ensures that Catholic Charities operates under the highest professional standards and best practices in the nation.

What is COA?
COA is an organization that accredits organizations delivering child and family, behavioral healthcare, consumer credit counseling, and/or community support and education services. The accreditation process includes self-study and onsite reviews. Through accreditation, Catholic Charities is recognized for providing quality services that comply with nationally recognized best practice standards.

Why should Catholic Charities be accredited?
Accreditation is a statement to the communities you serve and to your funders that your organization has complied with nationally recognized standards of best practice. It is often compared with the "Good Housekeeping Seal of Approval." Increasingly, funding sources such as state governments and managed-care companies are requiring accreditation by a highly respected national accrediting body.

Learn more about COA