Learn how three endowment funds are making a difference for local individuals and families in need. In every community, there are individuals and families in need. By establishing endowment funds that benefit those less fortunate, our donors enable the Catholic Community Foundation to provide assistance in times of difficulty. Learn how three endowment funds are […]
Learn how two endowment funds dedicated to Catholic education are making a difference in young Catholic students’ lives. Catholic schools play a vital role in the development of children and the community, and establishing an endowment fund can help our schools and students succeed. By establishing an endowment fund benefitting Catholic education, you leave a […]
Learn how to leave a charitable gift in your will, so you can support the organizations and causes that mean the most to you. Estate planning can seem like an activity that’s easy to put off, but it’s critical to start thinking about it now. Your estate plan is an opportunity to celebrate God’s blessings […]
Learn how your retirement savings can be used to establish or sustain a legacy, instead of burdening your loved ones with unwelcome tax consequences. Many people are saving more for retirement, and the number people who have accumulated at least $1 million in their retirement accounts reached an all-time high in 2019, according to recent […]
Charitable giving offers many benefits, but it’s important to make your plans for giving back based on facts. We demystify 6 common myths about giving. Charitable giving — supporting the causes nearest and dearest to your heart — is incredibly rewarding. After all, how better to show your gratitude for God’s abundant gifts than to […]
Donor-advised funds are easy to set up and maintain and have significant tax and financial advantages. Here are 4 reasons to consider one. When it comes to supporting causes close to your heart and crafting your legacy, donor-advised funds (DAFs) are among the most popular and effective options available—and with good reason. Created through a […]
Your will is not something that should be created and forgotten. Here are 4 reasons to update (or create) your will. Creating a will is a bit like exercising: We know we should just do it, but there may be other demands on our time, such as work, family, and giving back to the community that keep us from […]
Every new day is an opportunity to give thanks for the blessings God bestows in our lives. Some of our brothers and sisters in the Catholic faith show their gratitude by supporting causes that are important to them. In this way, they “pay forward” the gifts of God’s grace. The Gift of a Lifetime […]
Over the years, you’ve been the recipient of many blessings. You’ve faithfully provided for and raised your family. Now, as you look at all that you’ve built, it’s time to prayerfully consider how you will leave your legacy. Whether you need to provide for your family or wish to support causes that matter to you, […]
If you have reached certain milestones in your life, you may be thinking about how to balance the needs of your family with the legacy you want to leave. A Catholic Community Foundation endowment fund can help you realize those goals.