Social Justice Grants

The Social Justice Grants, funded by Saint Thomas Aquinas Church, support agencies that promote mercy and alleviate human suffering. Drawing from weekly collections and designated donations, these grants aim to provide peace and assistance both locally in Story County/Ames and internationally. Awarded annually, the STA Social Justice Committee selects recipients based on applications submitted by parish members, ensuring that a significant portion of the funding stays within the community.

Social Justice Grants are awarded to local, national, and international agencies which promote the corporal and spiritual works of mercy, particularly by promoting peace and alleviating poverty and human suffering. The money is tithed by the parish comprising up to 2.5% of our weekly collections from envelopes, loose change, and direct deposits, as well as occasional designated donations. Award recipients are selected by the STA Social Justice Committee based on parish members' applications. These awards are granted annually. A minimum of 50% of the fund remain in Story County/Ames while up to 50% assist nationally and internationally.