ANNUAL REPORT FINAL 10 Nov 21

IMPACT
REPORT
Fundraising
The Fundraising Department is a team
working within the central services of the
Archdiocese of Southwark. It exists to
support the mission and ministry of the
Archdiocese, its parishes, and entities,
through an active, comprehensive, and
professional programme of fundraising.
Fundraising will always involve the highest
ethical standards and will comply with all aspects
of UK law and the standards set out by the
Charities Commission, Fundraising Regulator and
in accordance with data protection rules (GDPR).
The Archdiocese of Southwark recognises the
great responsibility it has to carry out fundraising
in ways that are consistent with the principles
of Christian stewardship and in the spirit of
generosity. Catholic priest, theologian and writer,
Henri Nouwen aptly described fundraising as:
“
a confident, joyful and hope-filled expression of
ministry. Fundraising is proclaiming what we
Fundraising is a rich and beautiful activity. It is
giving
believe in such a way that we offer other people an
opportunity to participate with us in our vision and
mission. Whether we are asking for money or giving
money, we are drawn together by God, who is about
to do a new thing through our collaboration.”
In the Archdiocese of Southwark, the
Fundraising Team therefore strives to take a
dignified approach, rooted in respect for donors
and parishes, all within a framework that is
transparent and efficient. Fundraising seeks
to invite supporters to share the gifts God has
given them: prayer, time and talents, and their
financial blessings. Our activities are built on
personal relationships and approaches, which
seek a proportionate response from parishioners
to fund the projects and programmes that
are the official priorities of the local parish or
Archdiocese.
We are blessed and grateful to have thousands
of committed and generous Catholics within
Southwark, many of whom give their time
and financial support, week in and week
out, to further the mission of their parish
and the wider work of the Archdiocese. The
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