Catholic Extension is a national fundraising organization dedicated to aiding and fortifying impoverished mission dioceses across the United States. Since its inception in 1905, it has contributed over $500 million to American communities, motivated by a need, passion, and commitment to enhance the growth of the Catholic faith.
The Building Foundation Grants aim to support the Catholic Church's pastoral and administrative presence in the most financially challenged communities. The key goal is to ensure that all Catholics, particularly those in under-resourced areas, have access to their faith through sustained or enhanced administrative and pastoral services. This includes salary support and operational funding for essential church functions, targeting the financial needs of communities where such services would greatly diminish or cease without external aid. The grant covers salary subsidies for key pastoral and administrative personnel and essential operating costs to maintain the church's presence effectively.