Catholic Charities Child and Family Services

06/10/2026

We had a great time at Putnam Park yesterday and looking forward to connecting with more families at St. James Memorial Park today! Stop by and say hello. Thanks to Community Health and Human Services of Faribault and Martin Counties for bringing us together!

06/05/2026

We provide adoption services for the adoption triad across the lifespan.

06/01/2026

Now accepting applications! Catholic Charities can help you earn your degree in the healthcare field. Learn more and apply online by June 30, 2026.
https://www.ccsomn.org/onwardandupward/

05/29/2026

We started sharing diapers at 9am and have steadily been seeing families. We are at the Freeborn County Fairgrounds until 12pm. Stop by with a copy of your child's birth certificate or footprint card to receive free diapers, pullups and wipes!

05/28/2026

Our newest social worker, Colleen, just completed her 30 hours of child passenger safety training to become a certified technician with and 's Minnesota! Our certified child passenger safety technicians teach parents how to properly secure their child in a car seat and ensure that the car seat is installed correctly in the vehicle so babies are safe every ride.

05/26/2026

Our updated brochures have arrived! We have a new stack of brochures to describe our adoption services for expectant parents. Placing a baby for adoption is a loving, mature decision. These brochures will provide an overview for someone considering their options and wondering how to get started. To request some brochures to share in your area, please reach out to us!

05/20/2026

We have a new diaper pop-up distribution location! Catholic Charities will be providing free diapers, pullups and baby wipes in Albert Lea on Friday, May 29. Please bring a copy of each child's birth certificate or footprint card to register. We look forward to seeing you there!

05/15/2026

Learn how a doula can support you during pregnancy, birth and beyond for positive outcomes for you and baby!

🍩✨ Join us for Donuts with Doulas! ✨🍩

Meet local doulas who support families during pregnancy, birth, and beyond while honoring diverse cultures, values, and traditions. Enjoy real-life stories in a casual and relaxed setting, with plenty of time to ask questions and discover how doulas can be a vital part of your journey. This event is open to everyone, specifically expectant and future parents.

DETAILS:
🗓 Monday, May 18th
⏰ 12–1 pm
📍 Olmsted County Public Health

This community event is brought to you by Cradle 2 Career’s Prenatal to Age Three Network and Olmsted County Public Health.

Can't make this afternoon session? We’re hosting a second event the morning of Thursday, May 21st, from 10–11 am at Community Health Service Inc. We hope to see you at one of these two informative (and delicious!) events.

05/13/2026

To learn about placing a child for adoption in Minnesota, call us at 507-287-7807 ext 2.

05/08/2026

Each year, Catholic Charities of Southern Minnesota makes one dedicated appeal to our community— an invitation to come together in support of our neighbors who need us most. That time is now.

Across Southern Minnesota, we are providing support, refuge, stability, and hope through shelter, rent and utility assistance, diapers, essential care, and so much more.

At a time when state and federal funding has all but disappeared, the need in our communities continues to grow. That’s why we are rallying around what matters most, caring for one another.

We invite you to be part of this mission. Your gift helps ensure that individuals and families in Southern Minnesota facing hardship are not alone.

💛 Donate today: https://www.ccsomn.org/2026-annual-appeal/

Remember—every dollar you give stays right here in Southern Minnesota, supporting our local communities. Together, we can continue to be a source of hope for our neighbors in need.