Catholic Charities Appeal

01/06/2026

In this new year, all Catholic Charities Appeal (CCA) impact stories and updates will be shared on the official social media pages of the Catholic Church of Philadelphia. Following these pages is a meaningful way to stay connected to stories of faith, service, and how, together, we are Giving Hope to All across our five-county region. We look forward to seeing you there!

12/31/2025

The clock is ticking, but there is still time for you to bring hope to those who need it most.

Tonight, as the world counts down to midnight, someone is counting on you.

A mother is wondering how she’ll keep the lights on next week.
A child is praying for warmth, food, and a safe place to sleep.
A retired priest sits quietly in his room, still faithful, still praying—for you.

As Catholics, we know that the strength of our Church is found in our unity, in the love we show, the prayers we offer, and the generosity we extend to others by supporting the Catholic Charities Appeal (CCA) of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia.

Together, we are building a community rooted in faith, compassion, and hope.

We are so close to reaching our $10 million goal—but we cannot do it without you.

Every prayer, every act of kindness, and every gift to CCA brings Christ’s love to life for someone in need across our parishes, schools, and communities.

Your gift tonight is more than charity. It’s the answer to a prayer.

Please, give before the year ends. Be the light someone is waiting for.

Before the clock strikes midnight, you can change a life.

Join us today at catholiccharitiesappeal.org/donate

12/29/2025

Join us in celebrating parishes that have surpassed their 2025 CCA Parish Goals this month!

12/23/2025

As Christmas draws near, we are reminded of the true meaning of this holy season—hope
was born in the quiet of a humble manger, and the love of God shining into our world.

Thank you for the many ways you have shared Christ’s love this year. Through your prayers, your time, and your support of the Catholic Charities Appeal (CCA) of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia, you have reflected the light of Christ to families, children, and individuals throughout Greater Philadelphia.

Because of you:
• Families have found comfort.
• Children know the joy of Christmas.
• Those who are alone experienced the warmth of a caring Church.

Your compassion is a reflection of Christ’s radiant, steadfast, and generous love.

As the year draws to a close, your gift helps keep the Church’s charitable missions alive for those facing hardship and uncertainty.

Thank you for being part of the story of hope we celebrate each Christmas.

12/16/2025

He once lit the Advent wreath with a steady hand and a hopeful heart, proclaiming the coming of Christ in crowded churches.

He blessed marriages, baptized babies, held the hands of the sick, and offered comfort through every season of life.

He gave everything year after year, season after season.

Now, in quieter days, he lights a single candle in his small chapel.

His steps are slower, but his hope burns just as bright.

He still prays for us. Still believes. Still waits for Christ with the same faith he once helped us find.

And thanks to the Catholic Charities Appeal (CCA) of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia, he is never alone.

This Advent, your gift brings warmth, care, and dignity to retired and infirm priests who spent their lives serving others.

Be the light they once were for you, by making a gift to CCA today at catholiccharitiesappeal.org/donate

12/12/2025

This , our community joined together to raise $531,365 for the Catholic Charities Appeal (CCA) of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia!

Thanks to this incredible support, we are able to bring Christ’s love to life for our neighbors in need. Because of the generosity of many, the hungry are fed, the sick are comforted, families find stability, and those who feel forgotten are reminded they are loved and valued.

Together, we continue the mission of Giving Hope to All!

12/11/2025

Earlier this week, the Church rejoiced in the Feast of the Immaculate Conception and celebrated that from the first moment of her existence, Mary was preserved from original sin, prepared by grace to bear Christ incarnate for the salvation of the world.

This mystery reminds us that God’s love can transform every person and every moment into vessels of grace emanating His boundless love.
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In Mary, we see what it means to be full of grace. Through the works of mercy sustained by the Catholic Charities Appeal (CCA) of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia, we see how that grace continues to work through you.

Because of your generosity:
• Families in crisis find food and shelter.
• Children with special needs grow in confidence and faith.
• Our retired priests are cared for with love and dignity.
• Diverse parish communities remain strong and welcoming.

This Advent, as we continue to honor Mary’s Immaculate Conception, may we echo her grace and generosity of heart with lives of mercy, generosity, and love.

12/04/2025

🏈😄 Friendly Bishop vs. Archbishop Showdown!
Bishop Senior and Archbishop Pérez have placed a friendly $500 wager on Friday night’s state game: Bishop McDevitt vs. Roman Catholic!

Winner gets bragging rights and a $500 donation to their Diocese’s Catholic Charities. ❤️
See you Friday, Dec. 5 at 7 PM at Cumberland Valley High School!
Who are you rooting for? 👀🔥

Catholic Charities Appeal

12/02/2025

Today is not just another day. It’s the day for you to join a movement that brings the compassionate love of Christ to those most in need of light and hope.

Through , the official Catholic day of giving, the Catholic Charities Appeal (CCA) of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia has been ranked #1 in the nation for dollars raised for the past several years. It’s not about pride. It’s about positively impacting the lives of those facing immense hardship!

This year, your support is more vital than ever before. When you give to CCA this on December 2, you will directly fuel the works of mercy that feed, shelter, educate, and comfort one in five individuals throughout Greater Philadelphia.

You also help:
-A parent set the table with a warm meal instead of going without.
-A child with special needs walk into a classroom where they are truly seen and valued.
-A retired priest, who spent his life serving others, receive the dignified care and support he deserves.
-A mission parish keeps its doors open, its lights on, and its welcome warm.

Your gift today helps ensure that no one is left behind and every neighbor in need can find the care, comfort, and support they deserve. Together, we can build a stronger Church, a more compassionate community, and a deeper witness to the Gospel.

Give with faith. Give with love. Give hope today.

12/01/2025

Don't forget that you can give early as we gear up for on tomorrow! Donate today at https://bit.ly/4pENaX7 to help us give hope to all.

It’s — a day filled with deals, reminders, and overflowing inboxes.

But while you’re finishing up your holiday shopping, here’s something even more meaningful:
Your generosity makes a real and lasting difference.

Today is the final day of Advance Giving for , and your early gift helps parishes, schools, and ministries throughout the Catholic Church of Philadelphia bring the Gospel to life in powerful ways.

No shipping delays. No promo codes. Just impact.

begins tomorrow — but you don’t have to wait.

Make your gift today and start the week with purpose.

Give now ➡️ phillygivescatholic.org