Providing Hope, Changing Lives, Serving All…

Catholic Charities of the Diocese of La Crosse proclaims Christ’s Gospel of Life and promotes human dignity by alleviating poverty and strengthening individuals and families. We work with individuals, families and communities to help them meet their needs, address their issues, eliminate oppression, and build a just and compassionate society.

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17th Annual La Crosse Lenten Luncheon

Bishop Gerard Battersby and Catholic Charities cordially invite you to the 17th Annual La Crosse Lenten Luncheon on Wednesday, March 26, 2025! Gourmet soup, salad and bread will be served. $30.00 per person or reserve a table of 4 for $120.00.

Families Waiting to Adopt

As you consider adoption for your baby, Catholic Charities has many hopeful adoptive families waiting to welcome a child into their arms and home. Please feel free to browse the profiles to get to know more about each family.

A Call To Charity: Serving Our Neighbors, Strengthening Our Community

The year 2024 was a year of much grace, and at the same time, many challenges. While our work continues to grow, rising costs due to inflation have created an additional financial challenge that we need your help to resolve.  Without your support, prayers, donations, and the gift of your time, we could not serve those who need us most!

Diocese of La Crosse Faith and Recovery

The Catholic Keys to Freedom from Substance Abuse event will be held on Saturday, April 26 from 8:30 am – 12:30 pm at the Holy Cross Diocesan Center in La Crosse, WI. Tickets are $20 per person and $15 for students.

Diocese of La Crosse 2025 The Eucharistic Rally

The rally will take place on Saturday, August 9 at the Pablo Center in Eau Claire, WI. This is an incredible opportunity to pause, reflect and be renewed in His presence. Whether you are seeking inspiration, healing or simply a day to reconnect with Christ, this event is for you!

Wisconsin Catholic Bishops' Pastoral Letter on Immigration 

The Wisconsin bishops issued a pastoral letter on immigration in both English and Spanish.

"You shall treat the stranger who resides with you no differently than the natives born among you, have the same love for them as for yourselves; for you too were once strangers in a strange land." ~Leviticus 19:33-34