Because of generous people like you, the Catholic Charity Appeal is able to support numerous ministries and programs of the Diocese of Providence, providing social, educational and spiritual support to thousands of Rhode Islanders each year. Your gift makes a real impact!
The 2025 Goal for Catholic Charity Appeal is $7,500,000.
The services provided by the ministries supported by the Catholic Charity Appeal range from...
social service ministries providing direct support to the poor, the hungry and homeless
immigration and refugee services
emergency rent and medical aid
community advocacy for needs in the community
social service ministries that work in concert with other ministries, such as the State Department of Elderly Affairs to provide services to Rhode senior citizens, as well as Respite Care for those who assist the sick and elderly
Chaplaincy at State Hospitals and Prisons
Support for Vocations and Seminarians
Health Care Ministry to provide priest coverage to hospitals and nursing homes
child care voucher program for low income families
Mother of Hope Youth Summer Camp in Chepachet
Two Youth Centers
Evangelization Efforts
Faith Formation and Marriage Preparation Courses
Special Religious Education (SPRED) for those with disabilities
substantial financial and scholarship aid to students with financial need to attend Rhode Island Catholic schools
grants for ministries outside the diocese that provide service consistent with that of the case statement of the Fund, for instance, the Rhode Island Food Bank and the Rhode Island Poverty Institute
This coming week, May 11-17, be sure to thank the staff of the retirement and assisted living facilities of the Diocese of Providence - St. Antoine Community, North Smithfield, and St. Clare, Newport! (Photos: St. Antoine and St. Clare)
"Cycle Prep-First Period Workshop for Girls" is being offered on Saturday, May 10 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at Rejoice in Hope Catholic Center, 804 Dyer Ave., Cranston. Registration required. Click for all info.