• In response to this week’s extreme heat, Catholic Charities is opening two cooling centers to provide a safe, air-conditioned space for anyone needing relief.

      Cooling Sites:
      • St. Patrick Center Welcome Center
      800 N. Tucker Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63101
      • St. Francis Xavier College Church
      3628 Lindell Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63108
      Open Wednesday and Thursday, 11 a.m.–5 p.m.

      These centers are open to all. No appointment or ID is required.

      How to help: Bottled water donations are gratefully accepted to help keep guests hydrated. Drop off at St. Patrick Center, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m.–4 p.m.

      As temperatures climb, the risk of heat-related illness rises, especially for those without stable shelter. Thank you for helping care for our neighbors with dignity and compassion.