Stories Of Giving

Read the inspirations and stories of just a few of the hundreds of individuals and organizations who have established Endowments and Donor Advised Funds with the Catholic Community Foundation.

 

THE B. LARRY AND CATHERINE H. JENKINS TRUST FUND

There is something particularly unique and inspiring about a young man choosing the path to the priesthood. As Deacon Franz Belleza, who is currently a seminarian at Mount St. Mary’s...
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THE MARILYN H. REINHARDT ENDOWMENT FUND and THE NELLIE AGNES ARNOLD SCHOLARSHIP ENDOWMENT FUND

As household budgets become tighter and tighter, many families are left unable to afford a Catholic education for their children. Thankfully, the Catholic Community Foundation has a number of funds...
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THE MARY RETTALIATA & THE ST. JOHN NEUMANN ENDOWMENT FUNDS

Funds within the Catholic Community Foundation are not only dedicated to the formation of the intellect, but also development of the spirituality that leads to a more faith-filled life…
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The St. Clement Parish Endowment Fund

THE ST. CLEMENT PARISH ENDOWMENT FUND

Several endowments within the Catholic Community Foundation support many ministries and programs devoted to feeding the hungry. A focus on one such ministry gives a true sense…
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THE JACKIE KINZLER MEMORIAL FUND

A major factor in the exceptionalism of a Catholic school education is the level of academic excellence and proficiency among the teachers found in the schools of our Archdiocese...
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EMMETT AND AUDREY FULL FAMILY ENDOWMENT FOR EVANGELIZATION

For many of us, when something in our lives brings us fulfillment, we make a point of sharing it with others. This is certainly the case for Dr. Emmett Full....
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THE MASELKO FAMILY FUND

To hear of William (Bill) and Mary Maselko’s deep conviction for their faith is to be truly inspired. Their Catholic roots run deep. To hear of William (Bill) and Mary...
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THE BALCH FAMILY ENDOWMENT FUND FOR ST. ANTHONY PLACE

“I’ve been very blessed, and I feel it’s my obligation to give something back,” said John Balch. For him these are more than words. They express a way of life....
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CCFMD Impact: St. Anthony’s Place

CCFMD Endowment Funds Enable St. Anthony’s Place to ‘Say Yes’ to Community Needs in Cumberland. Funds setup through the Catholic Community Foundation, such as The Balch Family Endowment Fund for...
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KNOTT CARES FUND

Scott Pawley is a 15-year-old freshman at Calvert Hall College High School whose motivation and care for others is an inspiration to us all. His mother, Mary, described his approach...
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Harrison Fund Supports Catholic Education

HARRISON FAMILY ENDOWMENT FUNDS

Laurence and Tori Harrison were both standout basketball stars at Towson Catholic High School. Laurence, who grew to be seven feet tall, went on to play at Wake Forest, and...
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ST. BERNADETTE PARISH ENDOWMENT FUNDS

Ordained in 1982, Reverend Patrick Carrion currently serves as the pastor of St. Bernadette Parish in Severn. Father Carrion’s soft-spoken nature belies a motivation and drive that will truly have...
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