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Bethlehem Project

The Bethlehem Project was founded in 1998 when a need was identified based upon so many people coming to the church for emergency housing assistance.  A partnership with Catholic Charities was created two years later.  Support comes from the monthly Parish Social Ministry collection, which averages about $2,300 for Bethlehem Project.  Income also comes from private donations and business donations in the community, grants, memorial gifts and fundraisers. Other funds are generated by the response to the Bethlehem newsletters.

Holiday Fundraisers

Thanks to the generosity of Blessed Sacrament Cathedral parishioners, the support of local Greensburg businesses and other private donations, the Bethlehem Project holiday fundraisers raised more than $10,000.

The Bethlehem Project Light-Up Night raffle fundraiser was a success, raising $6910.63 in funds to prevent homelessness. T here were 40 prizes donated from Greensburg merchants and individuals to make for an exciting array of prizes.  Thanks to all who helped make this fundraiser a success.

The Tree of Hope in the Cathedral parking lot had 3,000 lights lit by donations from our parish and the community at large.  The goal of raising $1 for each light was realized and a total of $3,108.76 was raised.  Thanks to all who helped, donating their time, talent and treasure to raise awareness of the problem of homelessness in our area.

Please click here for more pictures from the "Home for the Holidays" fundraiser in downtown Greensburg.