This campaign will ensure that The Basilica remains a place of hope, healing, and spiritual renewal and continues to foster a community that cares for the vulnerable and for those in need.
Restoring America’s First Basilica
Support this once in a lifetime community effort.
Your Generous Support is Vital

Structural Support for Monumental Staircase Restoration
- Posted by Basilica Staff
- On October 30, 2026
Architects and engineers have been investigating the settling of The Basilica’s monumental front stairs and developing a restoration plan that accounts for...

Narthex Tile Restoration
- Posted by Basilica Staff
- On October 15, 2026
The crew from CD Tile and Stone is replacing floor tiles damaged over the years by salt and water in the narthex,...

Sneak Peek Weekend
- Posted by Basilica Staff
- On October 8, 2026
Parishioners got a jaw-dropping sneak peek at the restoration progress last weekend. The glimpse inside the nave offered a firsthand look at...
What to Expect
Our goal is to provide key updates on the restoration process of the historic Basilica of Saint Mary. Please review the FAQs for more information.
You are invited to make a pledge payable up to three years. Your pledge shows your commitment and helps us plan and budget effectively.
We ask that you consider a gift that is sacrificial and meaningful to you, while continuing your regular annual support of our parish.
The Basilica in Numbers
Original Cost in Dollars
Members From Over 6,600 Households
Annual Visitors to The Basilica
Years as a Parish Community
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Funding Progress
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