Across the United States, hundreds of religious communities lack financial resources sufficient to meet the retirement and health-care needs of aging members.
Many elder religious worked for years for little to no pay, leaving a large gap in retirement savings. At the same time, fewer religious are able to serve in compensated ministry.
Like many Americans, religious communities face the monumental challenge of funding eldercare.
Today, retired religious outnumber wage-earners by nearly three to one.
Your donation makes a difference. Approximately 95 percent of our budget aids senior religious. Only 5 percent is used for administration and promotional activities.
The bulk of donations to the Retirement Fund for Religious are allocated to assist with the direct care of senior religious.
Volunteer consultants provide hands-on support for retirement planning and maximize the impact of donations.
Proceeds from the Retirement Fund for Religious underwrite educational programs and resources that promote comprehensive retirement planning and enhanced quality of life for aging members.
Learn how you can support elderly Catholic sisters, brothers, and religious order priests.
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