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"We are a non-profit organization dedicated to providing aid and support to missions in need, promoting devotion to Saint Anthony of Padua in Canada, and aiding the Saint’s mission of charity to the most vulnerable in the world. With your support, we can continue to deliver essential resources, medical assistance, and educational programs to underprivileged communities around the world."
2026 Projects
Friends of St. Francis
Toronto, Ontario
Funding for St. Clare Inn which assists women experiencing homelessness and mental health issues.
St. Bernadette Centre
Toronto, Ontario
Funding for programs that improve the quality of life of children, youth and adults with special needs such as Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy etc.
FrancisCorps
Syracuse, NY
Funding for young adult volunteers spending a year living the Gospel more intensely and serving the poor.
Caritas Sant'Antonio
Padua, Italy
Caritas Sant'Antonio is the charitable arm of the Basilica of Saint Anthony of Padua in Italy and acts as SAPMA’s official agent with regards to projects outside of Canada and the US.
Construction of three classrooms and a study room – Mutobo, Mabanda – Burundi
Construction of the roof of the reception centre – Nlongkak, Yaoundé – Camerun
Water supply for the Franciscan Center – Afrangua, Saltpond, Cape Coast – Ghana
3 months' food for children in the canteen and assistance for Port-au-Prince – Haiti
Completion of the renovation of the Health Centre – Barinas – Venezuela
bathrooms for secondary school Thensiruvallur Village India
Purchase of sewing machines to generate income Pudukottai, T.N. – India
Renovation of dormitory for female students and workers – Kalimantan - India
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Organizations that fit our priorities and share our values are invited to apply for grants. These are usually voted on in April of each year and disbursement takes place in July. Click below to download information about applying:
Let's Make A Change
Saint Anthony of Padua Mission Aid’s charitable mission relies on donations from its members, subscribers and friends to raise funds that are distributed annually to charities in Canada and around the world.
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If you prefer to donate over the phone, please call us at 416-690-9904
Published from the Basilica of Saint Anthony in Padua since 1898 the Messenger magazine inspires, informs and teaches about the values near and dear to the Saint especially in regards to living the Gospel and Charity. The Messenger of Saint Anthony Magazine is published in multiple languages including French, English and Italian.
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