Catholic Relief Services Rice Bowl contributions support projects that assist those in need both overseas and here in the United States. 75 percent of CRS Rice Bowl Contributions are sent to Catholic Relief Services and help fund development projects overseas that help increase and maintain communities' access to food. 25 percent of the contributions fund local poverty and hunger alleviation programs in dioceses in the United States. The 25 percent is administered by the CRS coordinator through a grant process. The Diocese of Victoria CRS Grant deadline is December 7, 2024. The application may be obtained by clicking on the links below.