Understanding Poverty - Catholic Charities

Poverty is complex, but it can be overcome. Use this site to learn more about the causes of and solutions for poverty in the Twin Cities, Minnesota and the United States.

You will find:

facts and information about poverty and who is poor in the U.S.
information about poverty's root causes.
solutions and actions you can take to help end poverty.
a library of more in-depth resources.

Would you like to sponsor an educational event?

Catholic Charities offers a two-hour Understanding Poverty educational program to parishes and congregations, organizations, businesses and other interested audiences in the community.

Learn more about the Understanding Poverty program.

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Catholic Charities of St. Paul & Minneapolis 1200 Second Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55403 612-204-8500