The Church in Mallorca raises almost one million euros more in income tax donations

This year, 162,940 tax returns allocated 0.7% of income tax to the Church in Mallorca, an increase of 3,362 compared to the previous year, representing a 4.06% rise. According to data released by the Diocese of Mallorca, 24.92% of taxpayers opted for this allocation, which totaled €9.7 million, €984,176 more than in the previous tax year. Sources within the ecclesiastical institution emphasize that these figures demonstrate the growth of the social base supporting the Church's mission in the diocese, allowing for the strengthening of pastoral initiatives, social action, heritage preservation, and assistance to the most vulnerable. In a statement, the Diocese of Mallorca expressed its gratitude to all those who marked the box in favor of the Catholic Church on their tax returns this year. "Thanks to this simple and free gesture, thousands of faithful show their trust in the mission the Church carries out on the island and make it possible for it to continue its pastoral, social, and cultural work in service to all of Mallorcan society," they emphasized. This increase in Mallorca is part of a positive trend nationwide. Throughout Spain, more than nine million taxpayers have marked the box in favor of the Church, according to data from the Spanish Episcopal Conference. The total amount allocated reaches 429 million euros, 12% more than in the previous year. In 16 of the 17 autonomous communities, the number of declarations in favor has increased, indicating that trust in the work of the Church continues to strengthen. 400 million in contributions from the faithful

It is worth remembering that the tax allocation represents approximately a quarter of the income of Spanish dioceses, in addition to nearly 400 million euros in direct contributions from the faithful through collections, fees, and donations. The Diocese of Mallorca has noted that the allocation for the diocese is established through the Interdiocesan Common Fund, an instrument that channels the distribution of the tax allocation to dioceses and other ecclesial entities. The amount received depends on the capacity and financial strength of each diocese, and the distribution mechanisms follow criteria of solidarity and communion among the dioceses. In Mallorca, the funds from the Church's designated tax allow for the support of parish life, accompaniment of the most vulnerable through social action, and strengthening the formation of pastoral agents, catechists, religious, and committed lay people. They also contribute to preserving and promoting the cultural and spiritual heritage that forms part of the island's identity. They promote encounter, care, and hope in every community. The Diocese also participates in the state campaign 'Thank You is spelled with an X,' through which the Church publicly acknowledges the support of those who, year after year, choose this form of collaboration.