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When 37 priests received new parish assignments this summer, four got an unexpected helping hand. Catholic Charities launched "Clergy on the Move" to ease the burden of relocation for priests who spend their lives serving others.
A hospital radio station that's been bringing joy to patients for seven decades just got the equipment upgrade it desperately needed. Thanks to a grant from Catholic charity SCORE, Radio Odstock can keep broadcasting hope 24/7.
Catholic Charities of Northeast Kansas is reminding donors that hunger, homelessness, and hardship don't take a break after Easter. The organization is encouraging supporters to transform their Lenten generosity into a year-round habit that creates lasting change.
The Catholic Church just gave the green light for Catholics to receive animal organ transplants, potentially opening the door for millions facing organ shortages. New Vatican guidelines say xenotransplantation aligns with Catholic values when done ethically.
A Christian funding charity just wrapped up its best year ever, processing $209 million in donations and distributing over 1 million grants to churches and charities. The surge means thousands of community programs got the funding they needed to keep helping people.
Rogers Communications just kicked off a $1 million donation to Alberta children's charities through the Rogers Charity Classic, a golf tournament that's raised over $164 million since it started. Last year alone, the event brought in a record $26.6 million to help thousands of kids access counseling, sports programs, and family support.
A six-person charity struggling with costly website updates found a solution that transformed their online presence. Fashion and Textile Children's Trust now reaches 40,000 annual visitors after switching platforms.
Three hand-painted Porsche 911s inspired by Toy Story characters just sold to an anonymous collector who's donating all $3 million to children's charities. Each custom car took 350 hours to create and will help Big Brothers Big Sisters, the American Red Cross, and Starlight Children's Foundation.
A new feature from rail booking app TrainPal lets travelers donate pennies to railway charities right at checkout. Since 2010, this micro-donation technology has raised £83 million across more than 1,250 charities.
A charity golf tournament in Alberta just shattered records by raising $26.6 million to help children across the province. Since its start, the Rogers Charity Classic has now raised over $164 million for youth programs.
British businesses can now donate goods to charities without paying tax, removing a barrier that discouraged corporate giving. The change comes as charity donations have dropped by £1.4 billion in just one year.
The Rangers Charity Foundation just handed £10,000 to two Scottish veterans charities that provide daily support, hot meals, and mental health services to former military members and their families. The donation marks the end of a season-long partnership that's part of over £271,000 the Foundation has given to armed forces causes.
Father Joshy Pottackal just made history as Germany's first Catholic bishop born outside Europe. For millions of Catholics with immigrant backgrounds, his consecration in Mainz Cathedral sends a powerful message: you belong here. #
Top Catholic leaders from Poland and Ukraine issued a rare joint appeal for reconciliation, urging both nations to "disarm language" and choose forgiveness over historical conflict. The statement, signed by five Church leaders including cardinals and the head of the Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church, calls for Christian unity despite rising political tensions.
A South African charity shop turned donated goods into over R2.1 million for animal welfare last year, funding 371 sterilizations and emergency care across the country. Since 2012, SAINTs has now contributed over R30 million to helping vulnerable animals.
A yellow lab who helps catch child predators in Kentucky just received a protective vest worth $1,800, thanks to a nonprofit that's outfitted over 6,000 police dogs nationwide. K9 Charity specializes in sniffing out hidden electronics that could contain evidence of abuse.
A charity shop employee discovered Indian gold jewelry worth £4,000 sewn into the lining of a donated coat. The unexpected treasure turned a humble donation into a major windfall for the charity's cause.
A grassroots charity started with a single football match has raised half a million pounds for intensive care over nearly four decades. BASICS closes its doors after becoming the second-largest charity supporter in hospital history.
Pope Leo XIV called on Catholic journalists to give voice to peacemakers and those suffering, urging them to be "sowers of good words" in a divided world. His message came during a gathering of Catholic media professionals in Lourdes, France.
British businesses can now donate office equipment and surplus stock to charities without paying extra VAT, removing a tax barrier that previously discouraged corporate giving. The timing couldn't be better as UK charity donations dropped £1.4 billion last year.
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