The Diocesan Services Fund (DSF) is the annual appeal that provides funding for essential ministries and programs that serve the religious, spiritual, and human needs of thousands of people from every parish. Inspired by this year’s theme, In Illo Uno Unum (In the One, We are One), the DSF makes possible vital works of mercy and education, including catechetical programs, hospital and prison ministries, and programs for youth and seniors.
Each parish is assessed an annual amount by the Archdiocese which is to be paid by parishioners during the calendar year (January – December). Please note that if our parish does not meet this goal, the remaining balance must be paid directly from our own parish operating budget.
Our assessed amount for 2026 is $28,703. Thanks to your generosity, we have already raised $15,725 (as of September 1, 2026). We still need to raise $12,978 to fulfill our obligation.
Please consider making your gift online at www.archgh.org/dsf. By supporting the DSF, we live out our call to be one in Christ and act as His hands and heart in our community. We kindly ask for your support for this annual collection and deeply count on your generosity.
How can I donate to DSF?
| Online | You can make a safe and secure gift online at www.archgh.org/dsf. * |
| Phone | Contact our Development Department directly at (713) 652-4444. |
| Check | You may place a check made payable to “Diocesan Services Fund” in the Pew Envelopes found at your parish or send your check with the response card you received in the mail. |
| Cash | All cash gifts may be made using a Pew Envelope found at your parish. |
| Credit Card | You may safely and securely make a credit card gift online at www.archgh.org/dsf. We accept Mastercard, VISA, Discover, and American Express. * |
| Direct Debit | You may set up a direct debit to your checking accounting by visiting www.archgh.org/dsf and selecting “e-check”.* |
| Stock, IRA, or Mutual Funds | The Development Department can help arrange any of these transactions. Please contact Cindi Garcia at (713) 652-8248 or by email at olannedgifts(a)archqh.orq. |
| Donor Advised Funds | If you request a Donor Advised Fund (DAF) to send a contribution in your name, confirm the fund will be sent via check to the following address: Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston DSF Dept 42715 PO Box 650823 Dallas, TX 75265-0823 |
| Matching Gift | DSF qualifies for many matching gift programs. Matching gift companies will support the educational component of DSF, no religious. Contact your employer for more information on their matching gift program. |
* Remember to always select our parish: Our Lady of Czestochowa.