ORLANDO  |  Little more than a year ago, Cuban sisters Katia and Karen Soto left Cuba in the hopes of a better life. When friends told them about Catholic Charities of Central Florida, that they were nearby and could help them get on their feet, the sisters were thrilled. Karen recalled first reaching out for…

SANFORD  |  Upon entering Pathways to New Hope’s commercial kitchen, the smell of sirloin steak and mushroom sauce, asparagus rolled in prosciutto, rosemary potatoes, and lemon garlic shrimp filled the air.  The vanilla mousse dessert adorned with raspberries and blueberries, and the mozzarella/tomato salad were almost ready. This was the graduation day menu for six adults…

The People of Hope Museum will bring stories of compassion directly to communities, showing how small acts of generosity can strengthen neighborhoods and bring faith to life. Inside, visitors will experience: Video stories from Catholic Charities staff and volunteers of the client or family that impacted them the most. An interactive poverty simulator of making…

Get your cowboy boots and hat ready for some fun! Chow down on a culinary tour of the region, as more than 13 local restaurants showcase their best fare to benefit the medically needy. Guests will enjoy the cocktail hour with tastings, silent auction, share the wealth raffle, cash bar, fun photo booth, contests and…

Thanks to the Orange County Community Development Block Grant, we are able to offer mental health services to those who cannot afford them. Our care includes counseling, care coordination, psychiatric evaluation, and ongoing medication management. Flyer Contact For more information and to check your eligibility, contact our Behavioral Health Services ministry at yexposito@cflcc.org or call (407) 658-1818…

2027 will mark 65 years of service and ministry for Catholic Charities of Central Florida, and you are invited to celebrate this anniversary! Flyer Event When Saturday, April 3, 20275:30 p.m. Cocktail Reception7:00 p.m. Dinner and Program Where Gaylord Palms Resort6000 W. Osceola ParkwayKissimmee, FL 34746 Contact Renee Baker   

In 2025, Florida carried out more executions than at any time in its history, and in recent years it has enacted legislation that broadened the use of the death penalty, including lowering the jury vote required to recommend a death sentence and expanding the crimes eligible for capital punishment. These developments warrant renewed public reflection…

ORLANDO | After years of planning, Catholic Charities of Central Florida (CCCF) opened its long-awaited St. Joseph Agape Mission Market in east Orlando July 28, 2026. Located on the campus of St. Joseph Parish, Father Benjamin Lehnertz, pastor, blessed the building before grateful guests. As one of the fastest growing regions in Central Florida, east…