National Association of Catholic Chaplains
Volunteer Ministry Membership
Member # 118282

The National Association of Catholic Chaplains (NACC) is not under a specific local diocese; it is a national professional organization affiliated with, but separate from, the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB). Founded in 1965, it is a professional organization of chaplains nationwide, headquartered in Milwaukee, WI.

Relationship to Hierarchy: While the NACC operates independently, it is strongly aligned with the USCCB, which approves its certification standards for ecclesial ministry.

Mission: The NACC supports, certifies, and advocates for Catholic chaplains working in hospitals, prisons, and other settings.

Members: The organization serves lay, religious, and ordained Catholic chaplains nationwide.

The National Association of Catholic Chaplains (NACC) is a national organization that is affiliated with, but separate from, the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB). It does not operate under a specific individual diocese; rather, it is a national professional association that serves and certifies chaplains in every state and (arch)diocese across the United States.

Key details regarding its governance and location include:

Headquarters: The NACC is based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, within the Archdiocese of Milwaukee. Address: 4915 S. Howell Avenue, Suite 501, Milwaukee, WI 53207.

Oversight: Its certification standards and qualifications are approved by the USCCB

Subcommittee on Certification for Ecclesial Ministry and Service.

Role: It provides professional certification and support for Catholic chaplains serving in healthcare, prisons, parishes, and other specialized settings nationwide.