Catholic Social Services (CSS) was incorporated in 1966 with the mission to serve the poor, strengthen individuals and families and advocate for a just community. CSS operates ten multi-faceted programs including two emergency shelters, two homes for teens, a food pantry, supportive housing, an adoption and pregnancy support program, services for individuals with disabilities, and a refugee resettlement and immigration program. CSS is the social service arm of the Archdiocese of Anchorage serving, engaging and employing people of all faiths. During fiscal year 2009, 1,118 volunteers provided 22,778 hours of service to help your neighbors in need.