Catholic Social Service Agencies

Updated Feb. 5, 2026

The following Catholic social service agencies operate in Arkansas. They help with crisis pregnancies, immigration and refugee settlement, provide prison ministry, housing for seniors, a food pantry and thrift shop and assist the homeless. If you need these services, please contact the agency directly using the contact information listed below.

Volunteers and donations are welcome. Visit an agency's website for details. If you are looking for an group to join that serves those in need, visit our list of Catholic organizations. Also, many Catholic parishes operate food pantries, thrift stores and other outreach programs. Contact a parish near you to find ways to get involved.

Abba House

Abba House is a shelter for pregnant mothers, their children and homeless women.

1002 S. Oak St.
Little Rock, AR 72204
Convent Phone: (501) 663-3596
Staffed by: Missionaries of Charity

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Arkansas Pregnancy Resource Center

Arkansas Pregnancy Resource Center is a Catholic, nonprofit pregnancy resource center in Little Rock that serves women, children and families who are facing difficult pregnancy decisions. It is a ministry of St. Joseph's Helpers. To learn more, visit St. Joseph's Helpers.

2 Office Park Drive
Little Rock, AR 72211
Phone: (501) 227-7944
Hours: Mon., Tues, Thurs. 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.; Wed. 8 a.m. - 1 p.m.; Fri. 8 a.m. - 2 p.m.; some Saturday availability.
Executive Director: Shelley Lewis (director@pregnancylittlerock.com)
Website: stjosephshelpersark.org
Facebook: facebook.com/friendsofstjosephshelpers

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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. To learn more, visit Catholic Charities of Arkansas.

Administrative Offices

2500 N. Tyler St.
Little Rock, AR 72207
Phone: (501) 664-0340
Hours: Mon-Fri., 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Executive Director: Dennis Lee
Office Administrator: Megan Moore

Ministries

Catholic Adoption Services
Catholic Campaign for Human Development
Catholic Charities Immigration Services in Little Rock and Springdale
Catholic Relief Services
Faith Community Nursing
Prison Ministry
Refugee Resettlement Office
Catholic Charities Medical Clinic

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Christopher Homes of Arkansas, Inc.

Christopher Homes of Arkansas, Inc. is a housing ministry that provides low-income housing to persons 62 years or older, or persons who are mobility impaired, that is safe, attractive and affordable. To learn more, go to Christopher Homes of Arkansas.

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Depaul USA Arkansas

Depaul helps individuals who are homeless, vulnerable and disadvantaged. Depaul USA Arkansas is part of Depaul USA, which is an affiliate of Depaul International Group. Depaul USA Arkansas operates Jericho Way Day Resource Center in Little Rock and Opportunity House in Pine Bluff.

3000 Springer Blvd.
Little Rock, AR 72206
Phone: (501) 916-9859
Hours: Mon. - Fri., 7:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Arkansas Director: Carol Miles, M.Div., LMSW
Email: carol.miles@depaulusa.org
Website: depaulusa.org/locations/little-rock

Jericho Way Day Resource Center

Jericho Way Resource Center is a homeless day center in Little Rock that provides resources to improve health, economic assistance and support to help those served become financially self-sufficient and find and retain housing. It is operated by Depaul USA Arkansas.

3000 Springer Blvd.
Little Rock, AR 72206
Phone: (501) 916-9859
Open Mon. - Fri. 7:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Center Director: LaTissle Cummings-Stevenson
Email: latissle.cummings@depaulusa.org
Website: depaulusa.org
Instagram: @jerichoway
Facebook: facebook.com/jerichowaylittlerock

Opportunity House

Opportunity House is a homeless center in Pine Bluff that offers meals, short-term, emergency shelter, hygiene services and assistance to become financially self-sufficient and find and retain housing. It is operated by Depaul USA Arkansas.

1305 E 6th Ave.
Pine Bluff, AR 71601
Phone: (870) 569-3130
Hours: Mon. - Fri., 7:30 a.m.- noon
Associate Director: Chris Taylor
Email: chris.taylor@depaulusa.org

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Helping Hand of Greater Little Rock

Helping Hand is a food pantry and thrift shop that also provides limited financial assistance to families in need in central Arkansas. To learn more, visit Helping Hand of Greater Little Rock.

1601 Marshall St.
Little Rock, AR 72202
P.O. Box 164228
Little Rock, AR 72216
Phone: (501) 372-4388
Hours: Mon. - Thurs., 9 a.m. - noon
Director: Gayle Priddy
Phone After Hours/Emergency Services: (501) 650-5636
E-mail: lrhelpinghand1@att.net
Website: lrhelpinghand.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/LRHelpingHand

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