100th Catholic Charity Appeal: Diocese of Providence Raises $7.7M. Exceeds Goal – Again – for Rhode Islanders

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By Jennifer Barton, Rhode Island Catholic Correspondent (reprinted from Rhode Island Catholic): Despite challenges and uncertainties across the nation and around the world, the annual Catholic Charity Appeal has stood the test of time, with the people of the Diocese of Providence generously supporting this year’s 100th Catholic Charity Appeal with close to $7.7 million,…

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Catholic Charity Appeal exceeds goal. $6.8Million for human services, homeless, immigration, new/pregnant moms programs

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The Diocese of Providence’s annual Catholic Charity Appeal exceeded 100% of its goal, surpassing $6.8 million in pledges and one-time gifts. More than 19,300 people donated. The average gift was $338, an increase from $315 in 2021’s appeal.  The Catholic Charity Appeal is the primary source of funding for the charitable ministries and work of…

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