Saint Paul collection drives help those in need in our local communities and beyond. Thank you in advance, we appreciate your continued generous support. 

To learn of other ways you can help please emaill ministry@stpauldamascus.org or call the rectory at 301-253-2027.

Collections:

Nonperishable Food for Damascus HELP - Saint Paul will continue to collect nonperishable food, please drop off donations in the Church Narthex. The Knights of Columbus deliver the food to Damascus Help weekly. To learn more about Damascus HELP visit https://damascushelp.org/.

Annual Socks for the Homeless Drive - Saint Paul Knights of Columbus are collecting NEW WHITE ATHLETIC or Crew socks for the homeless the entire month of January. Please help support this effort by placing socks in the bin in the Narthex. Last year we collected over 900 pairs of socks. If you prefer, you can make a cash donation or write a check and have the Knights purchase socks. Make checks to “KofC 11105” with the notation “socks for the homeless” and mail to “Knights of Columbus, PO Box 196, Damascus, MD. We also accept inexpensive brown cotton insulated gloves. 

Valentine's Collection - We are collecting self-care items for survivors of Domestic Violence being sheltered at the Betty Anne Khranke Center to let these women know they have dignity and are loved! Please help by donating self-care items such as full-size shampoo, conditioner, body wash, lotion, nail polish, nail care items, combs, toothbrushes, toothpaste, Valentine's candy, and anything else that might make someone feel special. A few of the women have their children with them at the shelter, children's valentine's gifts are also welcome. A collection bin is in the Narthex thru February 5.

St. Paul Honduras Clinic - Donations are needed for the February Mission trip of Gloves, Vitamins/Ibuprofen/Acetaminophen (Adult and Children’s), 81 Aspirin,
Neosporin, Benadryl, Antihistamine 10 mg, Folic Acid, Vitamin E, Omega Fish Oil, Medical Tape, Gauze and Band Aids. Monetary donations are also needed, to visit our safe and secure online giving program Click here.

Clothing Collection Box - You can help the St. Vincent de Paul Society by placing gently used clothes and shoes inside the clothing collection box in the rectory parking lot. Those in need can call St. Vincent de Paul Society - Saint Paul Conference at 301-744-0384 and leave a message, one of our members will return your call.