2026 Catholic Charities Summer Institute (C²SI)

Monday, July 13, 2026 - Friday, July 17, 2026

Location: St. John Catholic Center
City: Little Rock
Contact: Josh Salman or Tricia Gentry
Phone: (501) 664-0340, ext. 333 or 418

The annual Catholic Charities Summer Institute (C²SI) is intended to educate adults and high school youth about Catholic social teaching as well as the social issues facing Arkansans. Participants learn about poverty, homelessness, the elderly, refugees, human trafficking, the protection of the unborn and care for God’s creation through classroom work and hands-on community service. Scholarships to attend are available. Download the scholarship request form. This event is co-sponsored by the Catholic Youth Ministry Office and Catholic Charities of Arkansas. For more information, contact Josh Salman at (501) 664-0340, ext. 333, or Tricia Gentry at (501) 664-0340, ext. 418.