History
The community of Tulsa has been blessed with the presence of Catholic Charities for many years. With the support of not only the Catholic community but with the generosity of many wonderful people of Tulsa, Catholic Charities has performed inspiring works of mercy in the Tulsa region. While moderate expansion has taken the ministry to other locations to serve those most in need, the main campus on North Denver Avenue has remained the core of operations since 1951. Tulsa's Catholic Charities was a branch of the Oklahoma City office until the Diocese of Tulsa was created in 1973.
Since 1978, when Bishop Eusebius Beltran established the Board of Governors, Catholic Charities has established several programs, each aimed at a specific demonstrated need in eastern Oklahoma. Many of these successful projects, with operating experience gained through a pilot phase of development, benefited from the establishment of an endowment to help cover annual operating expenses. The balance of operating costs for these and the cost of the other programs of Catholic Charities are provided almost exclusively by contributions from the Catholic community and Parishes of the Diocese.
Helping needy persons without regard to their religion, race or country of origin, with respect and dignity, while valuing all human life, Catholic Charities has been a major provider of social and human services to thousands in eastern Oklahoma. As it turns out, very few of the persons served, less than ten percent, are Catholic. Services are offered without regard for ability to pay, allowing the poor and truly needy access to the services and programs when they are most vulnerable.
Catholic Social Teaching
Catholic Charities serves those in need because of our commitment to Catholic Social Teaching. To learn more about why we do what we do, read the seven basic themes of Catholic Social Teaching by clicking here. |
