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.
Judith and Stephen Kowalski, members of Holy Family Catholic Community in Middletown, have always believed in the importance of youth ministry. “I’ve heard some people say the youth are the Church of tomorrow,” Mr. Kowalski said. “Well, they are the Church of today.” The Kowalskis see the youth of Holy Family as an important part […]
Cumberland, a small, historic city in western Maryland’s Allegany County, is not without its challenges. Like other former manufacturing-based cities, times are tough for many of its residents. Through its outreach center, St. Anthony Place, Our Lady of the Mountains Parish is doing its part to help those in need. Assisting families with food and […]
Bill and Lisa Stromberg felt a strong desire to give back to the Catholic community. Their goal was to do so in an intelligent way, in a way they felt would be efficient. Bill Stromberg says, “We believe education was one of the best investments we can make.” They chose to establish an endowment with […]
Though hospital chaplaincy may not immediately come to mind when we consider the many ministries of our Church, for those who are ill and in need, along with their families, a hospital chaplain provides tremendous support and comfort. Such was the case for the anonymous donor who established The Catholic Chaplaincy Endowment for MedStar Franklin […]