The Catholic Campaign for Human Development (CCHD)
helps people to lift themselves out of poverty.
We invest in the dignity of people living below the poverty line. Our programs support self-sufficiency and self-determination for people who are working to bring permanent change to their communities.
Our philosophy emphasizes empowerment and participation for those in poverty. By helping the poor to participate in the decisions and actions that affect their lives and communities, CCHD empowers them to move beyond poverty.
Since 1970, CCHD has provided nearly 8,000 grants to self-help projects developed by grassroots groups of poor persons nationwide. Each year CCHD distributes national grants to more than 300 projects based in local communities.
In addition, hundreds of smaller local programs are funded through the 25 percent share of the CCHD collection retained by dioceses. The programs’ successes and the relationships developed have significantly changed the lives of the poor in our country.
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