As we pause to assess participation in this year’s Catholic Appeal, we want to thank all who have generously supported the effort thus far! We know there are many good causes vying for your attention, and we are grateful for every gift that supports the Appeal. Through you and your generosity, our ministries and programs continue to do Christ’s work.
Each year, the Archdiocese sets an assessment for each of its parishes. When parishioners’ giving surpasses the assessment, the parish receives a rebate (roughly 40% of the overage) from the Archdiocese. Here at the Collaborative, an estimate of the expected Catholic Appeal rebate (based on recent history) is included in each parish’s annual operating budget. If, however, a parish has a shortfall (the amount given by parishioners is less than the assessment), the parish is responsible for the difference between the parishioners’ donations and the assessment.
Below is a snapshot of each parish’s results as of May 11, 2026:
ST. PAUL
- Assessment set by the Archdiocese = $58,589
- Amount given by parishioners to date = $90,432
- Rebate (estimated) earned to date = $12,737
ST. JOHN
- Assessment set by the Archdiocese = $59,486
- Amount given by parishioners to date = $49,315
- Shortfall to date = ($10,171) will have to be paid by parish
If you haven’t yet made a gift, we hope you will consider participating. Every gift matters and makes an important impact, both here in our parishes and across the Archdiocese.
You can contribute today by visiting bostoncatholicappeal.org