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With your support, Catholic Extension works in solidarity with people in America’s poorest regions to build up vibrant and transformative Catholic faith communities. Our efforts are only possible because of you! The information we gather in this survey will help us to better engage with you and understand your priorities.

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Step 1 of 11

1) Why is Catholic Extension's mission important to you?

I have been impacted by Catholic Extension's work.

A friend or family member has been impacted by Catholic Extension's work.

My parish has been impacted by Catholic Extension's work.

I volunteer or have volunteered with Catholic Extension.

I donate to Catholic Extension.

I am a current or former employee of Catholic Extension.

I believe in Catholic Extension's mission to connect poor and remote Catholic communities with essential financial support, educational partnerships, and infrastructure.

I believe Catholic Extension is playing an important role in the future of the Catholic Church.

Other

1a) Please specify - if selected "other"

Please specify:

2) What aspect of Catholic Extension’s work is most important to you?

2) What aspect of Catholic Extension’s work is most important to you?

Church construction and repairs in poor communities where the Catholic faith is growing significantly

Education of young men answering God’s call to the priesthood

Youth and campus ministries to help bring young Catholics closer to God

Catholic social outreach ministries serving the needs of the poor and hungry

Education and support for religious and lay leaders on the front lines of ministry

Salary subsidies and ministry support for religious women

3) In what ways do you engage with Catholic Extension? Please select all that apply.

Browsing the website

Following or liking on social media (i.e., Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram)

Receiving Weekly Gospel Meditations

Reading Extension magazine

Donating

Being involved in my parish's partnership with Catholic Extension

Reading Catholic Extension's newsletters and letters

Reading Catholic Extension's emails

Listening to Catholic Extension broadcasts on Relevant Radio

Other

3a) Way of engaging - Other

Please specify:

3b) How often do you interact with Catholic Extension?

How often do you interact with Catholic Extension?

Weekly

Monthly

Several times a year

Annual

Rarely or never

Other

3c) How often do you interact - Other

Please specify:

4) We like to send supporters like you occasional emails with updates including videos, stories, and information about how we are making an impact on your behalf. Would you like to receive these updates? (You can opt-out at any time).

Yes, I want to receive occasional emails with updates.

Not at this time.

5) Was there an influential person in your life who inspired your appreciation of Catholic Extension?

Yes

5a) If yes, please describe your relationship with this person:

If yes, please describe your relationship with this person:

Parent or grandparent

Child(ren)

Sibling

Friend

Spouse

Priest, Bishop, Sister or other Church official

Other

5a-1) Relationship - Other

Please specify:

5b) We would love to hear more about this person and his or her impact on your life. If you feel comfortable, please tell us more about him or her in the space below.

We would love to hear more about this person and his or her impact on your life. If you feel comfortable, please tell us more about him or her in the space below.

6) How important is it to you that Catholic Extension works hard to support dioceses throughout the country in their often-pioneering work among the young, whom the Pope describes as "the now" of God?

Of utmost importance

Very important

Somewhat important

Not very important

Not important at all

7) Supporters of Catholic Extension recognize the importance of building faith, inspiring hope, and igniting change in isolated faith communities across America. Would you consider furthering our mission in any of the following ways?

I give this way now	I am likely	I am somewhat likely	I am not likely

Donating online with a credit card

I give this way now

I am likely

I am somewhat likely

I am not likely

Mailing a check

I give this way now

I am likely

I am somewhat likely

I am not likely

Talking with someone from Catholic Extension, either in person or on the phone, about the best ways your gift can make a lasting impact

I give this way now

I am likely

I am somewhat likely

I am not likely

Making a recurring monthly donation

I give this way now

I am likely

I am somewhat likely

I am not likely

Donating from a Donor Advised Fund or Family Foundation Trust

I give this way now

I am likely

I am somewhat likely

I am not likely

Giving appreciated assets (such as stocks or bonds)

I give this way now

I am likely

I am somewhat likely

I am not likely

Transferring a portion of your IRA account to Catholic Extension (QCD) or making Catholic Extension a beneficiary

I give this way now

I am likely

I am somewhat likely

I am not likely

Receiving a fixed income for life through a charitable gift annuity

I give this way now

I am likely

I am somewhat likely

I am not likely

8) Thank you for previously sharing with us that you might consider including a gift to Catholic Extension in your will, trust, or by beneficiary designation. Would you please share the status of your intended gift with us?

I am pleased to let you know I have documented my intended gift for Catholic Extension.

I intend to document my intended gift for Catholic Extension in the next 3-6 months.

I would like assistance documenting my intended gift for Catholic Extension.

I might consider making this type of gift for Catholic Extension in the future.

I am no longer interested in this type of gift.

8a) Please tell us about your gift:

Please tell us about your gift:

My gift may be used where it is needed most.

I would like this gift to go to a specific program or purpose.

I planned this gift in honor or in memory of someone special.

8a-1) Please describe the intended purpose:

Please describe the intended purpose:

8a-2) Please provide name of and/or relationship with this person:

Please provide name of and/or relationship with this person:

8b) Please provide me with additional information to help with my decision.

Please provide me with additional gift planning resources to help with my decision.

Estate Planning Toolkit

Gifts Through Your Will or Living Trust

Gifts of Life Insurance

Donating Retirement Funds

How to Create or Update Estate Plans

Catholic Extension: Gift Planning Guide

9) Is there anything else you would like to share with us? Perhaps you have a story about how Catholic Extension has supported communities of faith or a parish near you.

10) Do you feel Catholic Extension is effectively raising awareness of the importance of its mission? Is there any feedback you would like to share?

11) About You (optional)

Age

Under 40

40 - 49

50 - 59

60 - 69

70 - 79

80 - 89

90+

Gender

Male

Female

What is your marital status?

Married

Not married

Widowed

Which of the following best describes your family?

No children

One child

Two or more children

Which of the following best describes your highest education level?

High school or equivalent

Some college

Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree

Please select the option(s) that best describe your professional life (select all that apply).

Working full time

Working part time

Retiring within 5 years

Retired

Volunteering

Board member for a nonprofit

Business owner or entrepreneur

Self-employed

Other

Professional life - Other

Please specify:

Please confirm your contact information.

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First Name(Required)

Last Name(Required)

Spouse Name (if applicable)

Address

Address 2

City

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