Catholic Charities of Buffalo is kicking off its annual fundraiser to support Western New Yorkers in need.

The theme in once again ‘Hope,’ with a goal to raise $9.5 million. The annual appeal helps fund 57 programs and services administered by Catholic Charities across 80 locations, along with several ministries that benefit all parishes.

If you want to donate, you can put money toward Catholic Charities or Fund for the Faith, which supports programs of the diocese.

Bishop Michael Fisher says dozens of longtime supporters have already stepping up for the annual fundraiser and is already thanking those who will donate in the coming months.

“My enormous gratitude to all of those working day in and day out to make sure the success of the appeal and most definitely what it makes possible will come about,” Bishop Fisher said.

The fundraiser runs through June 30.