Holy Goals
This annual effort is the main fundraiser for the Archdiocese of St. Louis.
What is the Annual Catholic Appeal?
The theme of the 2026 Annual Catholic Appeal is this phrase.
What is “Grateful Hearts Serving Others”?
This method allows donors to spread their gift into 12 monthly payments.
What is becoming a Steward?
This work of mercy involves providing food to those in need.
What is feeding the hungry?
The Appeal serves people across this entire geographic area.
What is the Archdiocese of St. Louis?
The Appeal supports these groups across the archdiocese, including parishes, schools, and ministries.
What are ministries and community programs?
This saint is quoted encouraging people to “fix your whole heart upon God.”
Who is St. Louis IX?
Donors who give $1,000 or more annually are called this.
What are Associates of the Archbishop?
This work of mercy involves visiting those who are ill.
What is visiting the sick?
The Appeal helps people regardless of this factor.
What is religious affiliation?
The Appeal focuses on helping these types of people described as “suffering,” “weak,” or “abandoned.”
Who are those in need?
The financial goal for the 2026 Appeal is this amount.
What is $16.5 million?
This society supports the long-term future of the Appeal through an endowment fund.
What is the Perpetual Light Society?
This work of mercy involves helping those without shelter.
What is sheltering the homeless?
Donations help support this type of outreach like food pantries and housing programs.
What are charitable ministries?
This is the ultimate mission behind the Appeal’s work.
What is serving others through God’s love?
Approximately this percentage of donations goes back into the community.
What is about 91%?
This type of donation can include stock, IRA distributions, or donor-advised funds.
What are alternative or investment-based gifts?
These works include counseling, comforting, and forgiving others.
What are the Spiritual Works of Mercy?
The Appeal invites Catholics to “serve the Lord with” this attitude.
What is gladness?
The Appeal allows Catholics to act together in this shared value.
What is charity (or love of neighbor)?
The theme encourages giving as this type of response rather than an obligation.
What is a joyful response?
Employers may increase donations through this program.
What are matching gifts?
This work of mercy involves caring for those in prison.
What is visiting the imprisoned?
None of the money raised is used for this controversial purpose.
What is settling clergy abuse lawsuits?