Catholic Charities, Archdiocese of San Antonio, Inc.

09/24/2026

Are You Ready For a Match Minute?

Meet Christopher Tenorio, a Humanitarian Coordinator for Catholic Charities. We had the chance to speak with Chris about how his work impacts the everyday lives of community members, and how donations play a huge role in his work.

To have your donation matched through the Big Give and support our programs, visit https://www.thebiggive.org/organization/catholic-charities-biggive

09/23/2026

Time To Give Big!

Kicking off the Big Give Campaign 2026 with a message from our President & CEO, Ada Saenz, Ada shares why your support during the Big Give Campaign matters so much to us! The Big Give is a community wide day of giving that connects local non-profits to donors.

What's special about the Big Give is their Match Minutes, All online gifts up to $100 that process during the designated minute will be matched dollar for dollar until the $10,000 runs out. Only gifts that are processed online during the specified minute(s) will receive a match. Have your donation matched through our first Match Minute of the Big Give 2026 by visiting

https://www.thebiggive.org/organization/catholic-charities-biggive

Here are the Match Minutes for this years Big Give Campaign!

September 23

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September 24

10:13 AM
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3:13 PM
5:13 PM

09/22/2026

We were thrilled to host our first-ever The Launch luncheon in support of Sewing for Success! 🧵

It was a wonderful afternoon filled with community, connection, and a celebration of the talent and hard work of our Sewing for Success participants.

Sewing for Success is a workforce development program that provides hands-on sewing training and job readiness skills, helping individuals build confidence, gain valuable experience, and work toward employment and financial independence.

A heartfelt thank you to our event chair, Dr. Charlotte Immenschuh, our sponsors, Dr. Kimberly Trayhan, Julie Mellin, and Thread Studio, as well as everyone who joined us, supported the event, and shopped handcrafted items. We are grateful for community partners including SAS shoes, Richter Goods, and Jon Hart. Every purchase helps fund training materials, equipment, and educational opportunities that create meaningful pathways toward self-sufficiency. 💙

Learn more about Sewing for Success and how you can support the program - https://ccaosa.org/sewing-for-success/

09/21/2026

Our After School Program children stepped into the world of science!🧪

They learned how to use microscopes and explored different samples up close.

Hands-on activities like this give our students the opportunity to try something new, ask questions, and discover just how exciting learning can be. 🔬

We love seeing their curiosity come to life!

Help us create more activities and opportunities for our kids. Learn more on our website - https://ccaosa.org/after-school-program/

09/21/2026

Today marks the beginning of National Migration Week.
From September 21–27, we join together to reflect on the migrants, refugees, and families who have journeyed in search of safety, hope, and a better future.

Every journey carries a unique story. With courage, resilience, hope, and the pursuit of new opportunities, National Migration Week is an opportunity to provide awareness and recognize the individuals and families building new beginnings while contributing to the communities they now call home.

May this week remind us that behind every journey is a person, a family, and a story worthy of compassion. 🌎

Pope Leo has chosen the theme “Even just one of these children,” from the words of the Lord: "Whoever welcomes one such child in my name welcomes me" (Mt 18:5).
The Vatican has explained that the Holy Father intends "to express the Church's concern for minors directly involved in migration, recalling the duty to welcome each one of them as the Gospel teaches us."

If you or someone you know is in need of assistance, please visit our website for more information - https://ccaosa.org/refugee-services/

09/19/2026

Check out this article regarding our upcoming event, The Launch! This event benefits our Sewing for Success program which provides valuable sewing skills and hands-on techniques. Learn more by visiting our website https://ccaosa.org/the-launch-2026/.

Catholic Charities Archdiocese of San Antonio is launching a new fundraiser aimed at expanding a workforce development program that teaches sewing skills and helps participants move toward employment or

09/19/2026

It’s Give Back Saturday at St. Stephen’s CARE Center! 💙

A big thank you to The Winston School San Antonio, Ronald Reagan High School - North East ISD, SASO San Antonio, and volunteers from the community for spending the day volunteering with us and giving back!

Volunteers joined our team to lend a helping hand and support the work happening every day to serve individuals and families.

We’re grateful to everyone who came out today and for giving their time, energy, and hearts to make a difference. Thank you for choosing to serve alongside us and helping us continue our mission of supporting our neighbors in need! 🥫🫂

Interested in volunteering? Learn more about how you can get involved - https://ccaosa.org/volunteer-2026/

09/18/2026

We were grateful to welcome volunteers from the University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) for joining us as they participate in their 11th annual Meet the Mission Day. They gave their time across several of our programs, such as St. Stephen’s CARE Center and Guadalupe Community Center.

From lending a hand to sharing their time and energy, UIW volunteers showed what it means to come together in service of our community. Every helping hand makes a difference and allows us to continue providing hope and support to our neighbors in need. 🫂

Thank you for showing up and serving alongside us! We are grateful for your continued commitment to making our community a better place. ❤️

To learn more about volunteering with us, please visit -https://ccaosa.org/volunteer-2026/ to get involved!

09/18/2026

Ask-A-Lawyer is coming up soon! 😀

Caritas Legal Services invites you to the Ask A Lawyer event, where you can meet one-on-one with a legal professional and discuss guardianship, probate matters, and immigration. If you've been looking for guidance or wanting to better understand your options, this is a great opportunity to take that next step with trusted support by your side.

Time and Date: 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM | Saturday, September 26, 2026
Location: Sacred Heart Catholic Church
408 Fort Clark Rd., Uvalde, Texas 78801

For more information, visit our website here: https://ccaosa.org/caritas-legal-services/

09/17/2026

Our Volunteer Director, Liliana Franco, presented alongside Angie Gallant of Catholic Charities of Eastern Oklahoma.

Together they covered the importance of volunteer support in disaster response. From recruitment to recognition, maintaining the volunteer base before, during, and after moments of crisis can define our impact and shape our future.

Learn more about becoming a dedicated member of our volunteer team by visiting our website: https://ccaosa.org/volunteer-2026/