Help Us, Help Others
You make it all possible.
Your generosity to the Ministry With the Poor Fund transforms lives and makes it possible for the Sisters of the Holy Cross to live their mission. Your financial and prayerful support bears witness to the great commandment to love God and Neighbor.
Yes! Each year, we rely on your gifts to continue supporting all our projects. Simply put, the more we receive in donations, the more needs we can meet.
We took much care in giving the fund a name that is representative and respectful. You’ll notice that we capitalize “With” in the name. That’s not by accident.
Our emphasis is not on “doing to” or “doing for.” Rather, we “walk with” those who are powerless, marginalized or living in poverty at the fringes of society.
How can you help others?
Your donation to the Ministry With the Poor Fund increases our grant opportunities. Each year, sisters have the opportunity to apply for a grant to support programs and projects that serve the most vulnerable of God’s people around the world.
Through the fund, sisters are able to create opportunities to help communities by sponsoring individual projects. These projects reflect the Congregation’s international commitment to be in solidarity with the most vulnerable and marginalized — especially women and children.
The fund has begun to prioritize projects that care for God’s creation and provide meaningful change in the lives of those around the world. This evolution of the fund is important to the sisters mission as well as their on-going commitment to Laudato Si' (on care for our common home).
Be the Light this Christmas Season
This season, how can you serve as a beacon to others?
Share your gifts with the Ministry With the Poor Fund. The sisters collectively decide on ministry priorities and work to ensure that your donation will benefit the lives of those in need.
Holy Cross Hostels Changing Lives
Most young students in the United States live close to a public school and have access to free transportation, allowing them a safe way to arrive each morning. In other areas of the world, realities like this are far less likely to exist.
Distance, weather and poverty often keep children from accessing schooling. Addressing these obstacles, Holy Cross hostels can change lives by connecting students to education and other experiences and resources.
The Congregation operates 13 hostels in Africa and Asia — all of them providing food, water, common medicines and educational resources that ensure students’ success and well-being. This arrangement can benefit more than just the students.
