The faith and generosity of the people of the Diocese of Tucson continues to show itself in the incredible support for the Annual Catholic Appeal, this year. To date, the appeal has raised more than $3.9 million thanks to nearly 11,700 households. 28 parishes have met or exceeded fund-raising goals and 15 others have achieved over 90% of their goal. Additionally, 25 parishes increased their number of participating parishioners.
In a year when so much is left to be desired, this is truly a blessing. Thank you to all our generous benefactors, for helping us reach this milestone. In just under four weeks, the 2020 Annual Catholic Appeal will come to a close. However, this leaves four more weeks where, if you have not already done so, you too can have an impact by making a donation.
Approximately $85,214 is still needed to reach the goal of $4 million.
The appeal supports various vital ministries that tend to family life and marriage, social justice causes, community outreach via our Catholic social agencies, Seminarian and Clergy support, continuing education for priests, care for retired priests and for emergency needs in our parishes.
While some families may not have been able to give to the 2020 Annual Catholic Appeal at the same level as in the past, the amount collected thus far shows that those who could give a little more extended their generosity, thereby helping those who could not. We can now put that generosity to work in service of our parishes, schools, and communities through:
Emergency funding for our poorest parishes: The Catholic Foundation has designated over $1 million to help our poorest parishes and
Continuing the ministries that support our pastors and parish communities and
Education, certification, and formation of lay parish leaders and
Seminarian and Clergy Education and Support and
Administrative services critical to our parishes and Catholic schools
Only with your support is the Catholic Foundation able to help our Diocese keep from just surviving, to truly thriving as a strong and vibrant Faith community. Please help us bridge the gap of $85,214 by making a gift to the Annual Catholic Appeal, today.