We are the safety net for hundreds of thousands of people and families in need—people of all ages, backgrounds and religions—across Northern Nevada. Our services are needed now more than ever. 90 cents of every dollar raised goes to help people in need. Your donation means we can be there when people need us.

Cash donations are always appreciated and can be designated toward any program.

Leaving a legacy for future generations is an amazing part of who we are as human beings. We do this through so many ways during the course of our lifetimes with sharing ourselves through family, community, and work.

Part of leaving a legacy for future generations is to plan now how you wish to do this. You have many options available to help provide for the future, by maximizing various aspects of your financial successes.

We are accepting donations at the following locations:

St. Vincent's Thrift Store 500 E. Fourth St. Reno NV 89512
St. Vincent's Super Thrift Store, 190 E. Glendale Ave., Sparks, NV 89431

Your donation of gently used or new items to the St. Vincent’s Thrift Shop enables us to feed hungry people and support other programs through sales.

Food Donations
Your donation of food to either the St. Vincent’s Food Pantry or the St. Vincent’s Dining Room is very important in helping us reduce the cost of purchasing food to distribute.

General Agency Needs See our complete list of general agency needs for each program.

Matching gifts from your employer can expand the impact of your contribution. To see if your employer will match your donation, see our simple Matching Gift Program search tool→

Celebrate someone special by giving a gift that makes a remarkable difference in the lives of others. A gift of celebration is a wonderful way to commemorate birthdays, graduations, weddings, promotions, and retirements. This is also an excellent way to thank someone or to let them know they are in your thoughts.

Remembering and honoring those who have touched your life takes on greater meaning when your generosity makes a remarkable difference in the lives of those in need.

Name Catholic Charities of Northern Nevada (Tax ID 88-0339754) as a beneficiary of your Individual Retirement Account (IRA). Due to potential tax benefits, it is recommended you speak with your tax advisor or financial advisor to help you navigate the opportunities.

When the original purpose for a life insurance policy no longer applies, such as educating children who are now grown or providing financial security for a spouse, your policy can become a powerful and simple way to support those seeking a way out of poverty. There are numerous ways to potentially maximize an aging insurance policy or change the beneficiary. Due to potential tax implications, it is advised you speak with your tax advisor or financial advisor to help you navigate the process.

There are many ways to use real estate as part of your legacy/gifting strategy. Because there are many estate and tax benefits available, it is strongly recommended you work with your estate attorney, tax advisor, or financial advisor to help you find the best solution(s) for these gifts to maximize your gifting program.