Answering Pope Francis’ call for Catholics to be “real champions in the service of others,” the
Archdiocese of Hartford’s social service agencies deliver care, with respect and compassion, to individuals and families of all faiths and nationalities throughout the three counties of our Archdiocese each day.

Currently, more than 50% of Catholic Charities’ funding comes from government grants, which are variable year-by-year. All of our social outreach ministries must be supported by a sustainable funding model built primarily on private support to ensure the future of critical programs, including those championed by Catholic Charities, the Office of Catholic Social Justice Ministry, and other ministries that serve and empower those who need our help the most. Our Archdiocesan Forward with Faith is part of that situation and will make possible grants to support and fortify social services throughout the Archdiocese of Hartford.

For Catholic Charities in particular, this campaign will be truly significant. They are the leading social service provider in our Archdiocese, currently serving more than 21,000 people in 102 communities across New Haven, Hartford, and Litchfield counties. Funds from the campaign will transform Catholic Charities’ ability to serve up to 2,000 additional families annually by supporting facility upgrades, new staff, and enhanced programs for Catholic Charities’ sites across the Archdiocese.