Catholic Charities

Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Peoria, is a ministry inspired by Christ’s love and care, committed to serve Christ’s Mystical Body by upholding the dignity of each person and serving each individual as we would serve Christ Himself, advocating for a just and compassionate society according to our Catholic Social Teachings of the Church; and encouraging others to join us in fulfilling our mission. 

Catholic Charities Phone Number: (309) 966-4488

St. Nicholas Charity on Wheels

St. Nicholas Charity on Wheels is a ministry of Catholic Charities that serves those in need throughout the Diocese of Peoria. The individuals will be given a bag filled with toiletries and household / cleaning supplies. These items may change on a monthly basis based on need and what is donated.

The ministry also has a spiritual dimension. Individuals will always receive a religious item such as a bible, a rosary, or a holy card. We will take their prayer requests and offer masses in their regions. The ministry will also offer prayer to them at the parish in the form of praying a rosary, a chaplet, or simply praying a vocal prayer with them.

Please join the site at the time/date/location nearest you listed in the blue calendar above if you have a need and would like to receive these supplies. If you have further questions, please email cabrinicatholiccharities@ccdop.org for further direction.

Click here for the Charity on Wheels Monthly Schedule

***Important Announcement:***

The St. Nicholas Van will NOT be distributing blue bags during the month of July. Instead, we will be distributing school backpacks for the upcoming academic year.

If you signed up for the backpack program, please make sure to be at your designated site to claim your child’s backpack.

If you did NOT sign up, we kindly ask that you do not come to the van this month, as we will only be serving those who registered in advance. We will resume the blue bags in the month of August. 

Thank you for your understanding and continued support. Let’s get ready for a hopeful new school year!

-Sr. Clare, DSF - Backpack Program Coordinator