Adopt a "Mission"

Program Overview

Adopt a "Mission" is a collaborative Knights of Columbus initiative where councils “adopt” a local "Mission" to provide targeted support such as:

• Jackets, coats, shoes, and socks

• School supplies (backpacks, notebooks, pencils)

• Hygiene kits and basic necessities

• Emergency relief items

The goal is to identify real needs and meet them directly through coordinated multi- council action.

How It Works

1. Select a Mission Site

Councils or districts choose a nearby mission in need.

2. Assign Ownership

A council or group of councils formally adopts a mission site for a set period.

3. Assess Needs

Meet with mission leaders to determine priority needs, population size, and timing.

4. Coordinate Support

Councils work together to provide funds, donated goods and volunteers.

5. Deliver Impact

Hold 1–2 annual service events such as:

• Back-to-school drives

• Winter coat distributions

• Family relief efforts

Best Practices

• Assign a council coordinator to track progress

• Focus on visible, measurable impact (items distributed, families served)

• Partner with other nearby councils, parishes, schools, and local businesses

• Align drives with seasonal needs (school, winter, food insecurity)

Call to Action

Every council is challenged to adopt at least one mission site each year and participate in at least one coordinated service event.

This is a call to move from awareness to action—to serve with purpose and deliver real help where it is needed most.

Our Missions

St. Patrick Mission Batesville Santa Cruz Mission Laredo

St. Michael Mission Big Wells San Carlos Mission Laredo

Sacred Heart Mission Bruni Sagrado Corazón de Jesus Mission Laredo

St. Henry Mission Catarina St. Joseph Church La Pryor

Our Lady of Lourdes Mission Eagle Pass San Pedro Mission Lopeño

Santa Monica Mission El Cenizo St. Agnes Mission Mirando City

Nuestra Señora De San Juan De Los Lagos Mission El Indio St. Bridget Mission Oilton

Immaculate Chapel Hebbronville Our Lady of Guadalupe Mission Quemado

Santa Teresita Mission Laredo Our Lady of Refuge Mission San Ygnacio

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