Israeli-Palestinian Crisis Appeal
The crisis in Israel and the occupied Palestinian territory is tearing lives apart.
We are CAFOD - the Catholic Agency for Overseas Development
What does CAFOD do?
We are an international development charity who reach out to people living in poverty with practical help, whatever their religion or culture. CAFOD is the official aid agency of the Catholic Church in England and Wales and part of Caritas International.
Through our global Church network, one of the largest in the world, we have the potential to reach everyone. And we campaign for global justice, so that every woman, man and child can live a full and dignified life.
Latest news
Jubilee 2025: Pope Francis issues new call for debt cancellation
In a message setting out the vision for the 2025 Year of Jubilee, Pope Francis said cancelling debt is "a matter of justice" for countries that are unable to repay.
Israeli-Palestinian crisis update: How you can help the people of Gaza today
With your support, we can continue to provide practical help to families in Gaza right now.
The new global debt crisis: Your questions answered
"Shouldn't all debts just be repaid?" Find out the answer to this, as well as other key questions about the new global debt crisis.
"We are trapped by debt": How the debt crisis is affecting Sri Lanka
Sandun Thudugala, of the Law & Society Trust in Sri Lanka, explains how the new global debt crisis is affecting ordinary people in multiple ways.
Sudan crisis: Appeal for donations launched as millions need urgent support
We have launched an emergency appeal for funding to help the millions of people in Sudan who have been forced to flee their homes due to conflict and now face a new threat - hunger.
Syria crisis update: 13 years of a forgotten war
Although the war in Syria is not making the headlines, it has not ended. It has left 90% of Syrians in poverty and in need of urgent humanitarian assistance.
Ukraine Appeal update: Two years on since the invasion
Your generous contributions to CAFOD's Ukraine Humanitarian Crisis Appeal have reached thousands of vulnerable people, helping them to survive and rebuild their lives.
Sudan Crisis Appeal
The war in Sudan has forced millions of people to flee their homes - and these families now face a hunger crisis.
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Donate monthly to support our work
By making a monthly donation, you can help families fleeing conflict, parents fighting climate change and communities overcoming poverty together. Your donation will get to work quickly, wherever the need is greatest.
Support for schools
Explore CAFOD’s unique resources for schools, youth leaders, chaplains and young people.
There are so many exciting ways to help students and young people learn about global justice, and fundraise to help end poverty.
Prayers, liturgies and reflections
Reach out in solidarity, and pray with and for our brothers and sisters throughout the world.
Find inspiration with prayer and reflection resources on a variety of themes to nourish your faith throughout the year.
Global reach, local presence
The value of partnership, present throughout Catholic Social Teaching, is central to CAFOD’s work. We rely on and respect the expertise and knowledge of local experts. Because they are part of their communities, they are best placed to listen to and work with them.