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may increase as a result of exceeding the fundraising goal. fundraising the exceeding of result a as increase may

million, and are intended for informational purposes only. Actual distribution amounts amounts distribution Actual only. purposes informational for intended are and million,

Charities Appeal provided $800,000 of support. of $800,000 provided Appeal Charities All distributions referenced above are based on the stated fundraising goal of $10 $10 of goal fundraising stated the on based are above referenced distributions All

disabilities and are in need of care and support. In 2015, the Catholic Catholic the 2015, In support. and care of need in are and disabilities

and give back to the Church. the to back give and

of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia now have health issues, physical physical issues, health have now Philadelphia of Archdiocese the of

understand their gifts and talents, and encourages them to participate participate to them encourages and talents, and gifts their understand

Many elderly priests who have given their lives in service to the faithful faithful the to service in lives their given have who priests elderly Many

Activities. These efforts help the faithful grow in their love of the Lord, Lord, the of love their in grow faithful the help efforts These Activities.

Skilled Care for Retired and Sick Priests Sick and Retired for Care Skilled

The Catholic Charities Appeal provided $1.4 million for Foundation Foundation for million $1.4 provided Appeal Charities Catholic The

education. No other schools offer this. offer schools other No education. Foundation Activities Foundation

2015 Catholic a of benefits full the as well as environment, restrictive least the

Cultural Ministries. Cultural

designed instruction that includes supplementary aids and services in in services and aids supplementary includes that instruction designed

Appeal made a $500,000 distribution to The Office of Office The to distribution $500,000 a made Appeal

schools of special education, special needs students receive specifically specifically receive students needs special education, special of schools

have a home in which to worship and thrive, the 2015 Catholic Charities Charities Catholic 2015 the thrive, and worship to which in home a have

nearly $1 million. Through the Office of Catholic Education and its four four its and Education Catholic of Office the Through million. $1 nearly

their home. To help make sure that these growing Catholic communities communities Catholic growing these that sure make help To home. their

they can trust. Achieving our goal enabled us to support them with with them support to us enabled goal our Achieving trust. can they

the world. These are Catholics living in a new place, making Philadelphia Philadelphia making place, new a in living Catholics are These world. the

families of special needs children can find a Catholic school education education school Catholic a find can children needs special of families

Philadelphia has long been a destination for immigrants from around around from immigrants for destination a been long has Philadelphia

ANNUAL REPORT ANNUAL The Catholic Charities Appeal supports Special Education so that that so Education Special supports Appeal Charities Catholic The

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provided over $400,000 to support their vital work. vital their support to $400,000 over provided

and Catholic Social Services facilities. Services Social Catholic and

Achieving our 2015 goal meant that the Catholic Charities Appeal Appeal Charities Catholic the that meant goal 2015 our Achieving distributed to a network of 40 area food cupboards located in parishes parishes in located cupboards food area 40 of network a to distributed

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for the hungry. Over 850,000 pounds of food was collected last year and and year last collected was food of pounds 850,000 Over hungry. the for

Life, Family and Laity and Family Life,

schools, businesses and other community organizations to provide food food provide to organizations community other and businesses schools,

Nutritional Development Services serves as a vehicle for parishes, parishes, for vehicle a as serves Services Development Nutritional Appeal was able to support them in 2015 with more than $800,000. than more with 2015 in them support to able was Appeal

and more to those least among us. The Community Food Program of of Program Food Community The us. among least those to more and is often the greatest. As their main benefactor, the Catholic Charities Charities Catholic the benefactor, main their As greatest. the often is

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distributions to services and charitable entities that depend on us – and on you. you. on and – us on depend that entities charitable and services to distributions

fundraising initiative. By achieving our 2015 goal, the CCA was able to make substantial substantial make to able was CCA the goal, 2015 our achieving By initiative. fundraising ACHIEVING WHAT The Catholic Charities Appeal is the Archdiocese of Philadelphia’s single most important important most single Philadelphia’s of Archdiocese the is Appeal Charities Catholic The Dear Friends in , you are out there helping them continue to worship and strengthen their community every day. Simply MISSION PARISH Each year, the Catholic Charities Appeal strives to stated, you gave them hope. ensure that those who are most in need emotionally, Over the past year, the Fresh Choice Food Pantry at Visitation materially, and spiritually are supported. I am B.V.M. parish has provided food for over 4,000 families in For all you do to change the lives of our neighbors very pleased to say that the work of the Appeal, the Kensington area. In addition to food support, the pantry and friends, take heart in the message of the , supported by everyone receiving this report, was a provides nutrition and health education to help keep their “Amen, I say to you.” What you have done for the success. Once again, thanks to your kindness, we community healthy and vibrant. “least ones,” you did for our Lord. May God continue surpassed our annual goal of $10,000,000. to bless you and those you love. The Food Pantry provides much needed supplemental food support to the struggling Kensington community. Every The vast majority of these gifts were modest. That Monday there are lines waiting to get into the Center. Their fact gives me great hope. It shows me that when Sincerely yours in Christ, Shopping Center model makes it easier for their clients to literally tens of thousands of us say “yes” to this choose the items they need the most. With their model, the effort, we accomplish remarkable results. Take a MAY GOD patrons receive vouchers and can shop for anything from fish moment to reflect on these labors, your labors, and CONTINUE TO and chicken to cereal and fresh fruits. rejoice. Reflect on the student with special needs Most Reverend Charles J. Chaput, O.F.M. Cap. BLESS YOU who has the ability to read a literary treasure. Think Archbishop of Philadelphia AND THOSE about the mother who has a safe place to stay with FEEDING THE HUNGRY YOU LOVE. her children. Consider the parishioners of one of OVER THE PAST YEAR, THE FRESH CHOICE our mission parishes who can rest easy knowing FOOD PANTRY AT VISITATION B.V.M. PARISH Providing food for those in need has always been a vital part HAS PROVIDED FOOD FOR OVER 4,000 of the Catholic Charities Appeal mission. Through a special FAMILIES IN THE KENSINGTON AREA. mailing, the CCA was able to help Nutritional Development Services (NDS) expand its scope and quality of service. NDS was able to serve more cupboards in some of the poorest 2 0 5 GIVING HOPE 2015 1 1 5 0 2 neighborhoods throughout the Archdiocese of Philadelphia • G • I V P E I N G H O and also increase the number of deliveries and amount of CATHOLIC SOCIAL SERVICES food delivered each month. The agency was able to procure lean meats, fish and fresh produce for cupboards interested in “ONE OF THE providing these nutritious items, as well as proper refrigeration GREATEST GIFTS Since we last met the Quinn Family, a lot has changed! Their if necessary. NDS has also recently provided “seed” money MICK HAS BEEN foster child, Taylor, who was a tiny, six-week old preemie, is for two senior centers, a community-based program and a now a thriving toddler, exploring the world and stealing her veteran’s program to develop community gardens. These GIVEN IS THE GIFT family’s hearts. Paul and Karen never thought they would gardens provide food as well as opportunities for people to OF CONFIDENCE.” adopt again; however; they have asked to be considered in the work together for a common goal. adoption process of Taylor. They believe the decision is in God’s hands for what is best for her.

They also currently have two children in college, and are SPECIAL EDUCATION expecting their first grandchild this spring! CATHOLIC CHARITIES APPEAL FINANCIALS “Through the generosity of the Catholic Charities Appeal, Mick continues to thrive at Our Lady of Confidence Day School educationally and socially. The faculty and staff focus both THE CATHOLIC CHARITIES APPEAL IS PROUD TO HAVE

2 0 5 1 1 5 0 2 on his spiritual and educational development to give him • • G I V P E EXCEEDED OUR $10M GOAL 3 YEARS IN A ROW! the confidence he needs to succeed in today’s world. He has I N G H O transitioned to OLC’s Upper School this year and continues to make steady progress in all areas of development. PARISHES OVER GOAL AVERAGE GIFT 2015 CATHOLIC CHARITIES APPEAL 2013 53 $121.92 Mick enjoyed Francis’ visit and attended the Papal Total amount raised: $10,129,571 Mass on the Parkway. 2014 82 $145.25 Number of Gifts: 60,913 103 $149.30 Most importantly, Mick and his classmates participated in The Average Gift: $149.30 2015 Walk for Project Home. Through their Catholic education, Mick Bequests: $1,035,084 AN INCREASE OF 94% AN INCREASE OF 22% and his friends are learning to give back, as others have given for SINCE 2013. IN THE PAST 3 YEARS. them. 2015 SAW 3,216 NEW DONORS AND 5,182 Thank you for your generous, ongoing support of the Catholic Our family is journeying on the highway of life graced with God’s TEXT CCA TO DONORS WHO RETURNED AFTER NOT Charities Appeal. To donate to the 2016 Catholic Charities

presence. We have been truly blessed!” – Courtney Hanes, mother 2 DONATING FOR 3 OR MORE YEARS. Appeal please visit www.catholiccharitiesappeal.org. 0 6 1 1 6 0 • 2 A • N O N of Mick Hanes, Our Lady of Confidence School 42828 E W V I S I TO GET THE CCA APP Catholic Charities Appeal funds are deposited into an account maintained and governed by a separate 501(c)(3) Catholic Charities Appeal charitable organization. Funds given to the Catholic Charities Appeal will be used exclusively for the purposes outlined in the case for support.