Who We Are

Founded in Mexico City in 2003, Mater Filius protects and promotes life from its earliest beginnings.

What We Do

We support mothers and children to develop a path to independence through parenting workshops, counseling, emotional support, nutritious meals, material needs, and more.

Mater Filius of the United States is a Lay Association of the Faithful dedicated to supporting women who find themselves pregnant and without the support and resources they need.  Mater Filius Branches throughout the United States offer loving support and a variety of services to equip women to be devoted mothers, build confidence and skills, and meet their material needs.

If you are interested in learning more about opening a Mater Filius Branch in your community, please contact us!

Meet Jim and Julie Mainelli

Jim and Julie Mainelli were instrumental in helping to bring Mater Filius to the United States in April of 2012, with the first location physically opening in January of 2014. They served as Directors for Nebraska 2012-2021 and are currently the National Directors for Mater Filius US.  The Nebraska team has facilitated the opening of Branches in Miami, Cincinnati, Colorado Springs, and our newest location Milwaukee, in our mission of Defending Life with Love!™

Where We Are

Mater Filius Nebraska

Mater Filius Colorado Springs

Mater Filius Lincoln, NE

Mater Filius Milwaukee

Mater Filius Queen City / Cincinnati

Mater Filius Mexico City

If you are a mother seeking assistance from a Mater Filius home, please select the one nearest you to visit their website.