What We Do:
Looking at everyone as brothers and sisters, we are called to the example provided us in Luke 10, to be heralds of hope: The Good Samaritan. This calling to be neighbors requires co-responsibility in caring for people experiencing poverty, hunger, loneliness, disability, and mental health challenges. 
Our mission is to engage and encourage others to make a positive impact on the lives of those in our community who are vulnerable. We also serve as a resource for service-oriented persons in an effort to network, and support and grow the work of Catholic Social Services.
Join Us:
As a service community, the Good Samaritan Society encourages its members to support Catholic Social Services through volunteerism and monthly giving. It’s quick and easy to join. Our membership requirements offer options that fit your interests and needs.
1.All-In Member: Commit to volunteer with the society at least once a year and make a monthly gift of at least $25 each month. Email us to join and learn about volunteer opportunities and click here to set up a recurring gift.
2.Giving Member: Make a monthly gift of at least $25 in support of Catholic Social Services. Click here to set up a recurring gift.
3.Volunteer Member: Agree to volunteer with the Society at least four times a year. Email us to join and learn about events and volunteer opportunities.
Address from His Eminence Cardinal Christophe Pierre at the 2024 Breakfast with the Bishop – Luke 10:27
The Need:
Imagine having to choose between paying rent and feeding your family. This families just can’t keep up.
Not everyone operates at the same level of opportunity. Some people face the effects of addiction, mental health, unemployment, or lack of education and we are all called by Christ to be the Good Samaritan for our neighbors in need.
In Franklin County, 15% of the population – almost 200,000 people – live in poverty.
1 in 7 children in the Diocese of Columbus are hungry.
1 in 4 Seniors are isolated and have a 50% increased risk of dementia.
In the state of Ohio, 900 babies do not make it to their first birthday.
We started a new program called Little Blessings to serve families with children aged 0-5 years old, providing them with the basic needs of food, diapers, car seats, and hygiene supplies, as well as offering educational parenting classes (safe sleep, child-proofing the home, etc.) and peer resource groups. Additionally, we provide case management for mental health care and other family needs.
By pairing an able senior with an isolated senior, we coordinate visits and companionship. Through monthly training the companion is equipped to provide trips to the grocery store or for a haircut, and can identify health decline, suspicions of elder abuse, neglect or exploitation. We are expanding the program to Licking County, in addition to our current services in Franklin and Delaware Counties.
To meet the growing needs in our community we are expanding our reach and facility in the coming year. We will be able to offer all of our services in the new community center while also cultivating resources and partnerships to serve a broader region.
Your gift makes a difference by supporting transformational programs that serve over 10,000 people each year.
To make a single, impactful donation, you can contribute via credit card, or through cash or check. For checks, please make them payable to Catholic Social Services and mail to:
Catholic Social Services
197 East Gay Street
Columbus, Ohio 43215
For any assistance or to donate electronically, please reach out to jnaporano@colscss.org. Remember, your generous one-time gift is tax-deductible and will directly bolster the vital services we provide.
Make a lasting impact by setting up a recurring donation. You get to choose the frequency and date that work best for you, ensuring continuous support for the community in need. Manage your recurring contribution anytime by reaching out to jnaporano@colscss.org.
Planned giving at Catholic Social Services (CSS) enables long-term sustainability and growth for programs that transform lives daily. Such gifts ensure that future generations can access essential services, fostering a legacy of compassion and support. To explore the potential and advantages of planned giving, please contact our development team at jnaporano@colscss.org.
Have an old car you no longer need? Through our partner CARS, donating your vehicle to support Catholic Social Services is convenient and tax-deductible. We handle everything from the pickup to the sale, and you receive a donation receipt and all necessary tax documentation. Get started by clicking here, and donate your vehicle today to turn it into support for those in need.
Additionally, by considering a gift of stock, insurance, securities, or IRA assets to CSS, you have a unique opportunity to make a profound impact on the lives of those we serve and align your philanthropic goals and financial planning strategies. You can download the appropriate form below or reach out to our development team at jnaporano@colscss.org.
If you would like to modify an existing gift, please get in touch with us at jnaporano@colscss.org and request to speak to someone on the development team.
We’re grateful for your ongoing support and committed to making the process simple and easy.
