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"Let all that you do be done in love."

— 1 Corinthians 16:14

 

Will you be a Hope Keeper?

Our Hope Keepers make automatic monthly donations to Catholic Charities Maine. This treasured circle of donors is committed to providing consistent, reliable support for our 20+ programs statewide and to making our mission possible.

Why Give Monthly?

Hope Keepers can feel good about giving! Because we can count on you, Maine’s most vulnerable can count on us!
Monthly gifts help us save administrative costs and time, so the impact of your donation is truly maximized.

"The happiest people are those who do the most for others."

— Booker T. Washington

How do I sign-up?

Visit our online giving page here. Select the monthly donation amount you feel good about, and check the box that says: “Make this donation recurring.” It’s that simple!

You may also call our Development Office at (207) 523-2188 or download our enrollment form and mail to:

Catholic Charities Maine
Attention: Development Office
P.O. Box 10660
Portland, ME 04104

Benefits

As our thanks for your on-going commitment to fulfilling our mission, all Hope Keepers will receive a small welcome gift that is exclusive to monthly donors.

We also welcome you to share any prayer intentions with us, and we will pray for you and your loved ones. Intentions can be emailed to [email protected] with “prayer intention” in the subject line.


Frequently Asked Questions

Below are answers to some commonly asked questions about our monthly giving program. If you have any additional questions, please reach out by calling (207)523-1188 or emailing our Donor Relations Manager, Denise Picard at [email protected]

How will my donation be used?
It’s up to you!  An unrestricted gift puts your donation to work where it is needed most, or you are welcome to select one of our programs that is close to your heart.

What payment methods are accepted?
We accept payment by credit card (Visa, MasterCard, Discover, American Express) and PayPal. Please contact us if you wish to receive monthly pledge reminders to pay by check.

When will my credit card be charged?
Your credit card will be billed every 30 days following enrollment.

Can I change or cancel my donation?
Of course! Please contact our Donor Relations Manager, Denise Picard at [email protected] or by phone at (207) 523-1188 to make a change at any time.  

Are my monthly donations tax-deductible?
Catholic Charities Maine is a 501(c)3 organization and your gift may be tax-deductible as allowed by law. In January, you will receive a year-end account of your giving history for your tax purposes. 

“For about what I spend on my TV subscriptions, I can make my giving automatic and feel good knowing I’m helping someone in my community who really needs it.” – Carrie