Mission
We compassionately serve those in need, strengthen individuals and families, and advocate for the common good.
Vision
Catholic Social Services fulfills the social teachings of the Catholic Church through our efforts to mend the holes in society’s safety net, alleviate suffering, and promote social change by meeting basic human needs and offering thoughtful opportunities for life-changing growth.
“I have come that they may have life and have it abundantly.” John 10:10
Our Impact
Catholic Social Services empowers individuals and families on their path to permanent stability, creating thriving communities for all.
Our Guiding Principles
- Reverence for humanity
- Striving for excellence
- Empowering personal fulfillment
- Strengthening community through collaboration
Catholic Social Teachings
- Life and dignity of the human person
- Call to family, community, and participation
- Rights and responsibilities
- Option for the poor and vulnerable
- Dignity of work and the rights of workers
- Solidarity
- Care for God’s creation
Our Catholic Affiliation
We are a Catholic Agency, but we provide services to anyone, regardless of their religious affiliation. While Catholic Social Services (CSS) is separately incorporated, we share the non-profit tax exemption of the Church. We are the Social Services Arm of the Diocese of Anchorage and serve to help Archbishop Bellisario carry out that pledge. Robin Dempsey, CSS Executive Director, reports to a Board of Trustees, who has fiduciary responsibility and oversight of the Agency. Learn more about our staff, our board, and the Archdiocese of Anchorage.
Pictured (left to right): Pope Leo XIV, Archbishop Andrew Belissario, Board President Kirsten Schultz, Chief Executive Officer Robin Dempsey