Boston Catholic Development Services (BCDS) is a team of dedicated professionals providing development and fundraising strategies and services to support the Archdiocese. BCDS is responsible for the following:
The Annual Catholic Appeal which funds the more than 50 Central Ministries of the Archdiocese.
The Catholic Community Fund which supports and advances the work and impact of Catholic organizations across Greater Boston communities that address service, faith, education, and health needs.
The Catholic Legacy Society which manages bequests and planned gifts that support parishes, schools, and ministries throughout the Archdiocese.
Parish Fundraising Services which provides consulting, solutions, and services to assist parishes with increased offertory programs and capital campaigns.
Fundraising support for organizations affiliated with RCAB and for special projects and campaigns for the Archbishop and Archdiocese.