The Catholic Campaign for Human Development is the national anti-poverty program in the U.S. dedicated to breaking the cycle of poverty by funding community programs. Learn more...

The office of Social Action promotes the Catholic Campaign for Human Development and assists parishes, schools and individuals with participation in CCHD programs. 

The Diocesan Director of the CCHD evaluates local organizations which have applied for national grants and, if appropriate, recommends them to the CCHD Board for approval by the Bishop.  In addition, the Board recommends to the Bishop the distribution of the retained portion of the CCHD collection for grants to local organizations.   

2020 Annual Collection  November 21-22.

USCCB-(Catholic Campaign for Human Development)
USCCB-CCHD Grant Program Overview
Unemployment and Poverty