After the passing of three relatives recently, the Coyle family wanted to do something to honor their loved ones while being consistent with their Catholic values. The newly established Coyle Family St. Ann School Scholarship Endowment Fund at the Catholic Foundation of Eastern Pennsylvania honors three members of their family: Patrick Coyle, Janet Coyle McDonald and Gerald Coyle. The perfect option, they thought, was a scholarship fund for Catholic school…
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IRAs, appreciated stock and donor-advised fund donations to endowments provide lasting benefits for Catholic causes, and smart tax benefits for donors. At the Catholic Foundation of Eastern Pennsylvania, we make it easy for you to help your favorite Catholic parish, school, or ministry by donating appreciated securities, donating from your IRA or making a grant from your donor-advised fund. Not only will these gifts help your favorite Catholic cause thrive…
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Have you ever wondered what your legacy will be? We spend our lives working hard, supporting our families, and giving back to the causes that matter most to us. But when it comes to ensuring that your values and passions live on after you’re gone, estate planning is key. Why Estate Planning Matters Estate planning isn’t just about who gets what—it’s about ensuring your final wishes are honored, and that…
Read MoreDirector of Philanthropy The Director of Philanthropy is responsible for working with the partners of the Catholic Foundation of Eastern Pennsylvania to execute key development components of the Foundation’s Partner Program to grow their endowment funds. The position has the responsibility for establishing fundraising goals and strategies for increasing endowment funds and planned gifts for the Catholic Foundation’s partners. This position is full-time, salary exempt and remote, however candidates must…
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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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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…
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Since its inception three months ago, 32 donors have made gifts to the endowment fund started in memory of Sister Janice Marie Johnson, R.S.M. who died in early January 2023. More than $100,000 has been raised to date for the Sr. Janice Marie Johnson R.S.M. Persons With Disabilities Ministry Endowment Fund with the Catholic Foundation. The fund, established with an initial gift from Gary Iacocca, honors Sister Janice’s 65 years…
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