Catholic Charities of Arkansas

The mission of Catholic Charities of Arkansas is rooted in the challenge of the Gospel: to serve with dignity and respect persons who are poor or marginalized; to advocate on behalf of the most vulnerable; and to actively promote charity, justice and the sanctity of life in the Church and in the community. We strive to accomplish this mission through our ministries and programs in the Diocese of Little Rock. | Donate | Contact Us | Facebook

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Ministries and Programs

Calix Society of Central Arkansas

Helps alcoholics in recovery and their families come together for support and spiritual healing. The group is Catholic, guided by a chaplain and open to all faiths. Calix, pronounced “kaylicks," is not a substitute for Alcoholics Anonymous, Al-Anon or any other 12-step program. For more information, e-mail calix@dolr.org or attend a meeting.

Catholic Adoption Services

Arkansas-licensed child placement agency that is available to serve birthparents and adoptive parents interested in adoption. To inquire about adoption, contact us.

Catholic Campaign for Human Development

Administers small, local grants for this anti-poverty and social justice program of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops.

Catholic Charities Medical Clinic

Volunteer medical professionals provide free health care services to patients 18 and older who are unable to afford routine health care. | En Español | Volunteers Needed | Make Appointment

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Catholic Immigration Services

With offices in Little Rock and Springdale, this ministry provides low-cost immigration counseling and support to families and individuals who are eligible for immigration benefits and cannot afford private assistance. This includes help for Victims of Human Trafficking and Domestic Violence. Make an appointment for a consultation.

Catholic Relief Services (CRS)

Raises awareness of Catholic Relief Services’ work and provides information on ways people can become involved in Arkansas. Catholics in the diocese support this program through CRS Rice Bowl and the annual CRS Collection, both during Lent.

Disaster Preparedness and Response

Helps people prepare for emergencies and natural disasters, and helps victims and communities devastated by natural disasters in Arkansas through the long process of recovery. | Disaster Relief Fund

Faith Community Nursing

Deborah Meiklejohn, MNSC, RN, offers training and resources to parishes in Arkansas that want to offer faith community nursing in their communities. Learn more.

Family Assistance Program

Offers short-term assistance to low-income families, elderly and disabled individuals, who are struggling to pay a utility bill, to help them stay safely in their homes.

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Parish Outreach Liaison

Works with parishes to develop ministries that provide ways to live out the Church’s social teaching, which calls us to recognize the fundamental dignity of all human life in every state, through general education, workshops and or by helping a parish with a specific ministry.

Prison Ministry

Oversees a volunteer-based ministry that responds to the spiritual needs of those who are incarcerated in Arkansas prisons and jails. See locations for Prison Ministries in Arkansas or Resources to Help Those Re-Entering Society.

Refugee Resettlement Office

Provides services and assistance to refugees, asylees, special Immigrants from Iraq and Afghanistan (SIVs) Cuban parolees and victims of trafficking. To learn more about our services, contact us. See also, How Refugees Get to Arkansas or Ways You Can Help.

Social Action Office

Educates and promotes Catholic social teaching and advocates on behalf of the Diocese of Little Rock by interacting with state representatives and senators to inform them of the Church’s position on pending state legislation. To learn more, see Why is the Church Involved?

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