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Kerry Alys Robinson, a renowned expert in Catholic leadership and philanthropy, will serve as the next president and CEO of Catholic Charities USA (CCUSA).

Catholic Charities will host our second annual “Axe of Kindness” fundraising event at Enid Axe Sunday, July 23, from 2:00pm-6:00pm. The fundraising event will benefit Catholic Charities’ regional office in Enid.

Catholic Charities is proud to announce the installation of the first Baby Box in the state of Oklahoma. The Baby Box was unveiled today at Firestation 21, located at 3000 SW 29 Street in Oklahoma City. This significant milestone represents a crucial step forward in protecting the lives of vulnerable infants, while also providing birthparents experiencing unexpected pregnancy with a safe and secure option.

Catholic Charities has announced our 14th Annual Reds, Whites & Brews event to be held Thursday, July 13th at The Joinery. This event supports homeless and at-risk women and children at our Sanctuary Women's Development Centers in Oklahoma City and in Norman.

OKLAHOMA CITY – With gold shovels and smiling faces, Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City gathered at 9am Tuesday for a groundbreaking ceremony at the site of Sanctuary Women’s Development Center. The much needed 9,000-square-foot-expansion will be built at the center’s site at 2133 SW 11.

With gold shovels and smiling faces, Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City gathered at 9am Tuesday for a groundbreaking ceremony at the site of Sanctuary Women’s Development Center.

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City today announced a groundbreaking ceremony for the new Sanctuary Women's Development Center to be held on Tuesday, May 2, at 9 a.m. at the site location at 2133 S.W. 11th Street in Oklahoma City. The event is open to the public.

Tickets are on sale now for Catholic Charities of Oklahoma City’s Green Tie Gala being held on Saturday, Feb. 4, 2022 at the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum. This fundraising event directly supports the operations of Sanctuary Women’s Development Centers in Oklahoma City and in Norman.

A new bill has been introduced that will establish a pathway to permanent legal status for Afghans brought to the United States. Long processing times have been a major challenge. This wouold allow Afghans on humanitarian status who submit to additional vetting to apply for permanent legal status and expand the Special Immigrant Visa process.

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City raised a record-breaking $59,809 at its annual fundraising event, Reds, Whites & Brews, on July 22 at Dunlap Codding. The annual beer and wine tasting event exceeded attendance, sponsorship and revenue records. Proceeds support the services of the Sanctuary Women’s Development Center in Oklahoma City.

Catholic Charities is pleased to partner with SSM Health and Cardinal Community House on a respite shelter for individuals experiencing homelessness who have recently been discharged from hospitalization.

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City will host the 13th annual Reds, Whites & Brews on Friday, July 22, at Dunlap Codding in Oklahoma City’s Film Row. Proceeds will benefit the Sanctuary Women’s Development Center in Oklahoma City.

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City was presented the Howard K. Berry, Sr. award on Monday, May 2, by the Oklahoma County Bar Association. This award is given to an individual or charitable organization located in Oklahoma County to honor the outstanding achievement or contribution to justice or the justice system. The acknowledgement was based on the refugee resettlement work by Catholic Charities.

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City today released statistics on an AI-based texting platform that provides immediate access to mental health support through a chatbot named “Hope.”

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City welcomed the last expected family of Afghan refugees at Will Rogers World Airport on Tuesday evening, on par with the United States government goal of moving all refugees from military bases by February 15. A large group gathered to greet the family of 7 at the airport, making it a total of 1,000 refugees resettled in Oklahoma City since mid-September. To date, more than 74,400 Afghan evacuees have joined new communities across the country.

Tickets are on sale now for Catholic Charities of Oklahoma City’s Green Tie Gala being held on Saturday, March 5, 2022 at the National Western and Heritage Museum in Oklahoma City. This annual fundraising event will return in-person to raise funds and awareness for women and children experiencing homelessness in our community.

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK, Nov. 22, 2021 – Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City has attained a 4-star rating from Charity Navigator, America’s largest independent charity evaluator. This prestigious rating is awarded to those charitable organizations that demonstrate sound fiscal management, good governance, and commitment to transparency and accountability.

OKLAHOMA CITY– On Nov. 30, Catholic Charities will hold an online fundraiser food drive for GivingTuesday titled “Somewhere Over the Rainbow.”

Former Governor of Delaware and current White House Coordinator for Operation Allies Welcome, Jack Markell, visited Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City on Thursday for a day-long tour and listening session on the overview of the Afghan resettlement efforts in Oklahoma. The purpose of his visit was to uplift and learn more about the best practices for Afghan resettlement by state, city, and community organizations.

Catholic Charities will return in-person to host its 12th annual Green Tie Gala on Saturday, March 5, 2022 at the National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum. This fundraising event will provide financial support for the Catholic Charities’ Sanctuary Women’s Development Centers in Oklahoma City and Norman.