The Foundation returns excess profits from its sound investing practices to our community through grants and scholarships. We are not a front-line agency; instead, we support our community by serving parishes, schools, and non-profits that directly help our community members.
We invite potential donors and community members to reach out to us today. By contacting us, you can learn more about how the Catholic Community Foundation can serve you and how you can be a part of our mission to build the future of the Faith.
It began with the goal of providing ongoing financial support for the future of Catholic education and communications in the Diocese of Phoenix.
Rev. Philip J. Poirier was appointed as the Foundation’s first Executive Director.
The Foundation’s first Board of Directors was formed and Chairman, Jim Bruner, was appointed.
First Crozier Gala where special guest Cardinal O'Connor, Archbishop of New York, addressed the audience in the inaugural year.
Virginia Piper Charitable Trusts gifts $5M to the Foundation.
The first $1 Million Match sparks major growth for the Foundation.
The Foundation became an autonomous pious entity and a separate 501(c)3 charitable foundation which allowed it to begin offering additional services to better support Catholics in the Diocese of Phoenix (including family endowments, Charitable Gift Annuities and Donor Advised Funds).
The Foundation exceeds $50M in investments under management.
The Catholic Community Foundation is designated a juridic, private entity.
Deacon James Carabajal is appointed Chief Executive Officer of the Catholic Community Foundation.
The Foundation engaged OH Predictive Insights to complete a comprehensive survey of Catholics within the Diocese of Phoenix.
The Catholic Community Foundation relocates office buildings to Tempe, AZ.
Relaunch of the Million Dollar Match Initiative sparking a wave of significant growth and community impact.
Assets surpass $100 million, and the Foundation continues to support the faithful, educational and philanthropic goals of our community.
We have granted millions of dollars back to our Catholic community through our Giving Circle and Scholarship Programs.
The Catholic Community Foundation currently manages endowment funds for more than 550 organizations and individuals, and provides opportunities for members of our community to support future needs in perpetuity.