Catholic Charities, Diocese of Youngstown extends the love and compassion of Jesus Christ to those who are poor, vulnerable, and without hope. Providing Help, Creating Hope. CATHOLIC CHARITIES OF PORTAGE AND STARK COUNTIES SHARES THE MISSION HELD BY CATHOLIC CHARITIES USA: TO PROVIDE SERVICE TO PEOPLE IN NEED, TO ADVOCATE FOR JUSTICE IN SOCIAL STRUCTURES, AND TO CALL THE ENTIRE CHURCH AND OTHER PEOPLE OF GOOD WILL TO DO THE SAME.CATHOLIC CHARITIES IS DEVOTED TO HELPING MEET BASIC HUMAN NEEDS, STRENGTHENING FAMILIES, BUILDING COMMUNITIES AND EMPOWERING LOW-INCOME PEOPLE.