Lent Appeal
Your support can help families like Lokho’s to rebuild their lives and prepare for a brighter future.

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

Tell your MP that you oppose aid cuts
The UK government has made a huge cut to the aid budget, pulling a lifeline away from people in desperate need.
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.