Catholic Social Services - Alaska

10/10/2026

Today is World Mental Health Day.

This year’s theme, “Lived Experiences Heard: Real Voices, Real Change,” is a reminder of the importance of listening to people’s experiences and creating systems of care that respond to what people truly need.

Through Behavioral Health Services, Catholic Social Services works alongside individuals as they navigate mental health challenges, offering support, connection, and care grounded in dignity and respect. When lived experiences are heard, they can help shape stronger services, reduce barriers to care, and create meaningful change in our community.

Learn more about Behavioral Health Services here: https://www.cssalaska.org/our-programs/behavioral-health-services/

10/07/2026

Thank you to JL Properties and Calais Office Center for supporting St. Francis House Food Pantry during Hunger Action Month! Together, their teams collected 235 pounds of food to help stock the pantry shelves and fight hunger in our community. We’re grateful to JL Properties and Calais Office Center for organizing the drive and to everyone who contributed.

10/06/2026

As temperatures drop in Anchorage, help our neighbors stay warm and prepared for winter.

Catholic Social Services is collecting new or gently used winter gear for both children and adults, and all sizes are welcome. We are especially in need of good-quality winter boots in all sizes.

Most-needed items include winter coats and jackets, snow pants, warm layers, gloves and mittens, winter boots, hats, scarves, and warm socks.

Please drop off donations by October 14 at:
Catholic Social Services Main Office
4600 DeBarr Road
Monday-Friday, 9 PM-5 PM

Have questions or need to coordinate a drop-off outside of posted hours? Contact 907-223-6962 or [email protected].

Thank you for helping our neighbors stay warm this winter.

10/05/2026

Thank you to the ConocoPhillips Alaska volunteers who spent time with us at Grow North Farm! Their team came ready to work and help support a space that expands access to fresh produce while creating opportunities for small-business development within Anchorage’s refugee communities.

We’re grateful to ConocoPhillips for showing up, lending a hand, and supporting the neighbors and families connected to Grow North Farm.

10/02/2026

Catholic Social Services is honored to receive the Innovative Programming Award from the Alaska Behavioral Health Association.

Over the past three years, our Behavioral Health Services team has expanded access to care within our shelters, bringing together clinicians, case managers, and peer support staff to help reduce barriers to behavioral health services for people experiencing homelessness. This recognition reflects the dedication of the staff who have helped build and strengthen this model, as well as the individuals who trust us to walk alongside them in their care. Thank you to the Alaska Behavioral Health Association for recognizing this work and to our Behavioral Health Services team for all they do each day.

09/30/2026

With a healthy meal, Faith can bring JOY! A huge thank you to the community of volunteers, staff members, donors, and community partners who have helped us fight hunger in Anchorage this year.

To learn more about what you can do to give everyone in our community reliable access to nutrition, go to www.cssalaska.org/ham

09/29/2026

With Hunger Action Month coming to an end, our Complex Care staff shared a simple reminder of what a healthy meal can make possible.

“With a healthy meal, I can…” support my immune system, focus and think better, feel stronger, have a great day, and more.

Access to nutritious food supports health, energy, and wellbeing every day. You can help by donating food to St. Francis House Food Pantry.

Drop off donations at:
St. Francis House Food Pantry
3710 E. 20th Ave.
Monday–Thursday, 1–4 PM
Friday, 9 AM–4 PM

Thank you for supporting access to nutritious food through St. Francis House Food Pantry.

09/28/2026

Other than food, what’s the most valuable thing you can do to help fight hunger in our community? Donate funds!

While giving money feels less tangible than a box of food, gifts given to St. Francis House Food Pantry and our partner organizations help keep the lights on (literally), and pay for utility costs like fuel for the delivery truck or power for the refrigerators. Every dollar given goes a long way to helping make sure that food support is available to our neighbors when they need it most.

You can give directly at www.cssalaka.org/donate, or learn more at cssalaska.org/HAM

Thank you for helping to feed families in our community!

09/25/2026

Thank you to Tommy’s Express Car Wash and everyone who came out to support their grand opening! We’re grateful to be part of such a generous community. Your generosity helps us continue serving individuals and families in Anchorage and communities across Alaska.

We're excited to present a donation to Catholic Social Services - Alaska from funds raised during our Grand Opening event. Thank you to everyone who came out and helped support their cause!