In the heart of the Diocese of Allentown, the legacy of Catholic education dates back to 1743 when the first Catholic school opened its doors as a single classroom in Bally, Berks County, Pennsylvania. Today, Saint Francis Classical Catholic Academy proudly stands as the second oldest Catholic school in the original 13 colonies. Catholic Schools Week (Jan. 28-Feb. 3, 2024), a time-honored celebration, is the perfect time to recognize how…
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Beneficiary designations can be a great way to leave a forever gift to your favorite Catholic cause, avoid estate taxes and lessen inheritance tax for heirs. A person’s life-long impact on the world does not need to stop at their death. Naming a favorite Catholic cause’s endowment fund as a beneficiary on a life insurance policy, or on any investment accounts ensures that their impact on the organization will continue long…
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Endow Your Annual Giving For many Catholics, the notion of stewardship extends beyond individual lives to encompass a shared commitment to service and generosity. Catholic families, seeking to fortify their legacy of faith-driven giving, are establishing family funds with the Catholic Foundation of Eastern Pennsylvania as a profound and strategic avenue to provide ongoing support for their favorite Catholic causes. The O’Hara Family Fund Recently, Bob and Cindi O’Hara created…
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The Perfect End of Year Gift: Appreciated Securities As we approach the end of the year, donors are seeking meaningful ways to make a lasting impact through their charitable contributions. With the stock market reaching all-time highs, one strategy that stands out for its dual benefits of philanthropy and financial savvy is the donation of appreciated securities to endowment funds benefiting Catholic causes. “There are a number of advantages for…
Read More10 Years of Growth and Outreach Reflected in the Catholic Foundation 2023 Annual Impact Report The Catholic Foundation of Eastern Pennsylvania is proud to share our 2023 Annual Impact Report. The pages of this publication share the incredible stories of how generous donors have impacted the Catholic communities we have served for a decade. We are excited to see where the next 10 years will lead us.
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Nestled in the historic town of Bally (Berks County), St. Francis Classical Catholic Academy is the oldest operating co-education Catholic school in the original 13 colonies. If its 280-year history is not enough of a distinction, the school recently revamped its curriculum to a rigorous Catholic liberal arts education model. It appears, “old school” has become “new school.” And with only four months into the academic year, the model is…
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Faith intertwines with commitment. For the Catholic Foundation of Eastern Pennsylvania, endowment funds are a beacon of support for the future shepherds of the Church. The endowment funds, carefully nurtured and sustained, weave a tapestry of hope for seminarians, promising a legacy that echoes forever. Seminarian education endowment funds, like silent guardians, stand as the backbone of support for seminarians. During the month of November when we celebrate National Vocations…
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Planned giving has become an appealing means for individuals and couples to create a lasting legacy, allowing them to make a substantial impact that goes beyond what they could achieve during their lifetime. This method of giving provides an opportunity to leave a lasting mark, reflecting one’s values and their desire to support others. During the past 10 years, the Catholic Foundation of Eastern Pennsylvania has been helping people achieve…
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We are grateful to all who attended the Catholic Foundation of Eastern Pennsylvania’s State of the Foundation 2023 Meeting. Events were held at three locations: St. Ambrose Parish in Schuylkill Haven, Holy Family Senior Living, in Bethlehem and Immaculate Conception Parish in Douglassville. “The future for the Catholic Foundation – and our Faith – is bright. Together, with our partners, we can work to make a better world through our parishes, schools,…
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