We value your feedback

Your feedback empowers the Diocese of Austin to continue the mission of Christ in the world today.

Step 1 of 12 - Q1

Facebook

This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.

We kindly ask that you take a moment to complete this survey, which we anticipate will take approximately 5 minutes of your time. Your participation is greatly valued and appreciated. Thank you!

1) Do you believe in Diocese of Austin's mission to continue the mission of Christ in the world today?

Yes

2) In what ways have you engaged with the Diocese of Austin? Please select all that apply.

I am a parish member within the Diocese of Austin.

I donate to the Diocese of Austin.

A friend or family member attends a parish or Catholic school.

A friend or family member is a Diocese of Austin seminarian or clergy member.

I am a current or former employee of the Diocese of Austin.

I have attended Diocese of Austin's events.

I follow on social media.

I have visited the website.

Other

2a) Other - Please specify:

Please specify:

2b) How frequently do you engage with the Diocese of Austin?

How frequently do you engage with the Diocese of Austin?

Weekly

Monthly

Every few months

Yearly

Rarely or never

Other

2b-i) Other - Please specify:

Please specify:

3) We like to send supporters like you occasional emails with updates including videos, stories, and information about how we are making an impact on your behalf. Would you like to receive these updates? (You can opt out at any time).

Yes, I would like to receive occasional emails with updates.

No, not at this time.

4) Which aspects of the Diocese of Austin's work are most meaningful to you?

Please rank the following according to their importance to you, with First Priority being your highest priority.

You may only select one answer for each option.

First Priority	Second Priority	Third Priority	Fourth Priority	Fifth Priority

Clergy Formation - Ensuring our priests receive the care they need from seminary through retirement

First Priority

Second Priority

Third Priority

Fourth Priority

Fifth Priority

Life, Charity & Justice - Empowering ministries that serve the poor, defend the dignity of life, and respond to community needs

First Priority

Second Priority

Third Priority

Fourth Priority

Fifth Priority

Sustaining Catholic Schools - Shaping the minds and spirits of the next generation

First Priority

Second Priority

Third Priority

Fourth Priority

Fifth Priority

Strengthen Parishes - Resourcing our parishes in all 25 counties to meet the needs of their members and communities.

First Priority

Second Priority

Third Priority

Fourth Priority

Fifth Priority

Spirituality & Worship - Enriching lives through spiritual retreats, formation programs, and training liturgical and music ministers

First Priority

Second Priority

Third Priority

Fourth Priority

Fifth Priority

5) Was there an influential person in your life who inspired your appreciation of the Diocese of Austin?

Yes

5a) If yes, please indicate their relationship to you.

If yes, please indicate their relationship to you.

Parent/grandparent

Spouse/partner/significant other

Child/children

Other family member

Friend

Priest/Religious

Teacher or professor

Other

5a-i) Other - Please specify:

Please specify:

6) When thinking about future generations, how important is it to you that the Diocese of Austin continues to carry the mission of Christ into our communities through worship, education, and service?

Of utmost importance

Very important

Somewhat important

Not very important

Not important at all

7) Supporters often recognize the need to help the Diocese of Austin in our efforts to build up the Body of Christ in Central Texas. Would you consider furthering our work in any of the following ways?

I already have	I am likely	I am somewhat likely	I am not likely

Donating online with a credit card

I already have

I am likely

I am somewhat likely

I am not likely

Mailing a check

I already have

I am likely

I am somewhat likely

I am not likely

Talking with a gift officer face-to-face or on the phone about making a substantial impact

I already have

I am likely

I am somewhat likely

I am not likely

Making a recurring contribution

I already have

I am likely

I am somewhat likely

I am not likely

Donating from a Donor-Advised Fund

I already have

I am likely

I am somewhat likely

I am not likely

Donating from a Family Foundation

I already have

I am likely

I am somewhat likely

I am not likely

Giving appreciated securities (such as personal or business stocks or bonds)

I already have

I am likely

I am somewhat likely

I am not likely

Giving property (such as gifts of real estate)

I already have

I am likely

I am somewhat likely

I am not likely

Transferring a portion of my IRA account to the Diocese of Austin (Qualified Charitable Distribution)

I already have

I am likely

I am somewhat likely

I am not likely

Making a charitable gift that provides a lifetime income to me or my loved ones

I already have

I am likely

I am somewhat likely

I am not likely

Participating in the Women's Giving Circle*

I already have

I am likely

I am somewhat likely

I am not likely

*The Women's Giving Circle is a community of philanthropically minded Catholic women dedicated to raising awareness and funds for community organizations within the diocese and leverage pooled funds to have a greater impact on those in need.

8) Many people like to include a gift to charity in their will or estate plan to support causes that are important in their life. Would you consider including a gift to the Diocese of Austin to benefit our clergy, parishes, and community?

I have included a gift for the Diocese of Austin in my will, trust, or by beneficiary designation.

I am interested in making this type of gift to the Diocese of Austin.

Not now, but in the future I would definitely be interested in making this type of gift to the Diocese of Austin.

Not now, but in the future I might possibly be interested in making this type of gift to the Diocese of Austin.

I am not interested in this type of gift.

8a) Please tell us about your legacy gift:

Please tell us about your legacy gift:

I planned this gift in honor or in memory of someone.

I would like this gift to go to a specific purpose.

Diocese of Austin may use this gift where it will do the most good.

8a-i) Please provide the name of and/or association with this person:

Please provide the name of and/or association with this person:

8a-ii) Please describe the intended purpose:

Please describe the intended purpose:

Would you like us to provide additional information to help with your decision?

Smart Ways to Make an Impact Now

Tax-Wise Ways to Make an Impact

Simple Ways to Create Your Legacy

Gifts That Pay You Income

How to Create or Update Your Estate Plans

9) How does the Diocese of Austin rank in comparison to other non-profits you may support?

My top choice for charitable giving

Near the top of my list

Middle of my list

Bottom of my list

Not on my list

9a) Do you have any friends/colleagues/family members with similar interests who would consider supporting the mission and vision of the Diocese of Austin?

Yes

9a-i) Please let us know the most convenient way to connect:

Please let us know the most convenient way to connect:

I would like to introduce the person(s) to the Diocese of Austin on my own.

I would like the Diocese of Austin to provide me with resources to share with the person(s).

10) We would love to hear your story. If you would like, please share a special memory or experience with the Diocese of Austin.

11) About You (optional)

Age

Under 40

40 - 49

50 - 59

60 - 69

70 - 79

80 - 89

90+

Gender

Male

Female

Please specify:

What is your marital status?

Married

Not married

Divorced

Widowed

Which of the following best describes your family?

No children

One child

Two or more children

Please tell us the highest level of education you completed:

High school graduate or equivalent

Some college

Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree

Please select the option(s) that best describes your professional life.

Working full time

Working part time

Retiring within 5 years

Retired

Volunteering

Business owner or entrepreneur

Self-employed

Unemployed

Disabled

Board member for a nonprofit

Where do you serve as a board member?

Please specify your profession:

Please check the box below if you would like to update your contact information.

I would like to update my contact information.

First name(Required)

Last name(Required)

Address

Address 2

City

State

ZIP

Country

Phone

Email(Required)

This field is hidden when viewing the form

segment

We value your feedback

How is this information used?