Parish Toolkit
This page is designed for those who will lead and conduct the Annual Diocesan Appeal effort in their parishes. This may include pastors, parish business managers, bookkeepers, and parish secretaries. As the Appeal develops, this site will be updated with key templates and messages to help you talk with parishioners about the importance of the effort.
Parish sharing through the Annual Diocesan Appeal
Parish sharing through the Annual Diocesan Appeal provides direct support to your parish, with a percentage of every dollar going right back to you. This year’s parish sharing check schedule follows closely with previous Appeal years.
Toolkit Resources
In-pew weekends
In-pew weekends have now ended, but inspiring giving remains important. Below, please find post-in-pew weekend talking points and template thank you letters in English and Spanish.
Template Parish Thank You Note-English
Template Parish Thank You Note-Spanish
Post In-Pew Weekend Talking Points-English
Post In-Pew Weekend Talking Points-Spanish
English QR code
Spanish QR code
Appeal Chairs: *NEW THIS YEAR*
Before Covid, it was regular practice for parishes to have an Appeal Volunteer Chair and Co-Chair(s) assisting the pastor and parish staff in leading the Appeal effort. This year, we have decided to bring it back. No matter how well your parish performs in the Appeal, we strongly encourage you to consider this opportunity. Depending on the parish size, it may be best to have one person managing the Appeal process or, in the case of our larger parishes, a committee may need to be formed to ensure proper execution. This document outlines the chair and co-chair positions and their responsibilities.
Appeal Parish Sharing Formula
The parish sharing formula for the 2026 Appeal is the same as the 2025 Appeal and is as follows:
A non-mission parish receives 20% for anything collected up to the parish’s target and 50% for anything collected over target. A mission parish continues to receive the same 50% back from the first dollar collected.
Logos for the 2026 Annual Diocesan Appeal
2026 English Logo
2026 Spanish Logo
English and Spanish Bulletin, E-Blast, and Pulpit Announcements
July 2026 — English
July 2026 — Spanish
June 2026 — English
June 2026 — Spanish
May 2026 — English
May 2026 — Spanish
April 2026 — English
April 2026 — Spanish
March 2026 — English
March 2026 — Spanish
February 2026 — English
February 2026 — Spanish
January 2026 — English
January 2026 — Spanish
English and Spanish Bulletin Ad Images
2026 1050×750 English Ad Images
2026 1050×750 Spanish Ad Images
2026 2175×350 English Ad Images
2026 2175×350 Spanish Ad Images
English and Spanish Digital Ad Images (for social media or website use)
English Digital Ad Images
Spanish Digital Ad Images
Dashboards and Online Giving
When logging into your dashboard, if you receive an error message that your password is incorrect or your account has timed out due to inactivity, you will need to reset your password. To reset your parish’s password, please contact Amanda Glass at aglass@richmondccf.org
Note: There is a new URL to access Raiser’s Edge. Please bookmark the new URL to log in: renxt.blackbaud.com
MULTI-FACTOR AUTHENTICATION (MFA) – Blackbaud does not share your cell phone number with anyone else. IMPORTANT: MFA is a security requirement now and it needs to be set up on the local parish side. We unfortunately cannot do this on behalf of a parish.
Give Central: Keep in mind that they are our online giving vendor, and they also serve as key donor support for online gifts made to the Appeal. Please make sure your parishioners are fully aware through the announcements, e-blasts, e-bulletins, etc. that they may contact them for assistance as needed. Their contact information is (833) 716-2612 or email support@givecentral.org or click on the “Chat with an Expert” button at www.givecentral.org.
We Are Here to Support You.
Whether you are a pastor seeking support, a donor exploring giving options, or have questions about the Foundation, our team is here to help.