U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops: Annual Collection Helps Religious Communities Address Retirement Shortfall
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Donations to the 2017 appeal totaled just over
"Since the collection began, Catholics have donated
Despite ongoing support for the national appeal, the need remains profound. For each of the last 10 years, the total cost of care for senior women and men religious has exceeded
In addition to direct financial aid, collection proceeds underwrite efforts to help religious communities prepare for long-term needs. Special programming offers fiscal and one-on-one support to communities with critical funding shortages. Partnerships with various organizations maximize the impact of donations by furnishing tools for enhancing eldercare and stretching retirement dollars. For example, in conjunction with the
"Thanks to the annual appeal, we are able to offer an array of resources to help religious communities meet immediate needs, enhance eldercare, and plan for the future," said Sister Still.
More information is available at www.retiredreligious.org.
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