Bishop Michael C. Barber, SJ, launches Diocesan Campaign for Mercy

Bishop Michael C. Barber, SJ, has launched the second Diocesan Campaign for Mercy to support local nonprofits in the East Bay area. The fundraising drive, which began in 2025, directs donations toward organizations that perform corporal works of mercy and address the root causes of poverty.

The campaign is managed by the Diocese of Oakland's Office of Mission Advancement. Through this office, participating organizations may apply for grants to sustain their service to those in need. Chancellor Rick Medeiros stated that the campaign encourages collaboration and allows donors to support local Catholic lay and religious apostolates. Medeiros noted that the diocese saw a positive response to the first campaign held last year.