CATHOLIC RELIEF SERVICES

Catholic Relief Services was founded in 1943 by the Catholic Bishops of the United States to assist the poor and disadvantaged outside the country.

CRS primary mission is to live out the gospel of Jesus Christ as it pertains to the alleviation of human suffering, the development of people and the fostering of charity and justice in the world. CRS provides direct aid to the poor, involving people in their own development. And CRS educates the people of the United States to fulfill their moral responsibilities toward our brothers and sisters around the world by helping the poor, working to remove the causes of poverty, and promoting social justice.

Catholic Relief Services gives assistance based on need, regardless of creed, race or nationality to people in more than 80 countries around the world.

In addition, CRS provides disaster relief for people suffering from natural and man-made disasters. If you make a contribution, you may specify that your contribution go to a specific a disaster relief effort:

CRS - Donations General —

CRS - Operation Rice Bowl Project (Lenten) — Lenten project aimed at raising awareness of world hunger through prayer, fasting, learning, and giving. Learn more at www.catholicrelief.org/what/us_programs/orb/index.cfm.

CRS - India Earthquake Relief — On-going relief efforts for the 2001 earthquake, providing basic needs like food, clothing, shelter, bedding, and health care.

CRS - Catholic Relief Services — Formerly American Bishop's Overseas Appeal

CRS - Tsunami Relief — Providing life-saving food, water, shelter, medicine and household necessities to tsunami survivors in South and Southeast Asia.

CRS - Niger Famine — Niger is one of the poorest countries in the world. Its climate is harsh and natural resources are deteriorating.