Generous Hearts

A Note from the Executive Director
Greg Deja

Dear Friends,  

Would you say you are confident in your understanding of the Catholic giving ecosystem here in West Michigan? Do you know how the Foundation partners with parishes, schools, and the diocese? If you think it is confusing, you’re not alone. To begin to demystify this puzzle, read more or join me for a virtual gathering on Wednesday, May 5th at 4:00 p.m. We hope you find the Catholic Foundation as a source of clarity and transparency as we serve you in support of Catholic ministries.

Sincerely,
Greg Deja
Partnering with Catholic Parishes, Schools, and Ministries
59% of PARISHES in the Diocese of Grand Rapids have at least one endowed fund at the Catholic Foundation.
81% of CATHOLIC SCHOOLS have at least one endowed fund at the Catholic Foundation.
The Catholic Foundation currently manages 207 endowed funds:
28 Endowed Funds for CATHOLIC MINISTRIES
- faith formation
- social service
- religious vocations
- and more
32 Endowed Funds for PARISHES across the the Diocese of Grand Rapids.
147 Endowed Funds for CATHOLIC SCHOOL EDUCATION benefitting both parish schools and high schools.

Join us for a Virtual Gathering
Are you curious to learn more about the Catholic Foundation? Join Greg Deja, executive director, for a brief presentation and live conversation. During the virtual gathering, Greg will share the vision of the foundation, briefly introduce the foundation’s products and services, and engage in live conversation with the audience. Email info@cfwmi.org to register.

Wednesday, May 5, 2021
4:00 p.m.
SPRING NEWSLETTER
Have you read our Generous Hearts spring newsletter?

In this issue:
  • A story of generosity through generations
  • 5 reasons to give to and through the Catholic Foundation
  • How a collaboration brought Theology of the Body curriculum to our Catholic schools
  • An end-of-year giving summary
Inspiring the Next Generation of Generous Hearts 
Opening a donor advised fund not only provided Patrick and Alissa Mullally with a vehicle for their philanthropy, but also a tool to teach their children about generosity. “Ideally, this fund will long outlive Alissa and me. The kids will carry it forward and continue to contribute to it and also to use the fund in ways that are important to them at that time,” said Patrick. Read More