The U.S. bishops’ conference is reportedly considering selling its Washington D.C. headquarters building due to financial pressures following major cuts in government funding, especially for migration and refugee service.
According to reporting, the USCCB has formed a task force to review its operations and resources. Maintaining the large headquarters building costs approximately $4.4 million annually, even as federal funding for key programs has dried up under the current administration.
This development highlights the USCCB’s heavy reliance on government grants in recent years, particularly for migrant and refugee resettlement work. With those funds significantly reduced, the bishops are now forced to reevaluate their financial structure and physical footprint.
While conference leaders state that overall finances remain healthy, this move signals a necessary adjustment to new fiscal realities.