Joe and Kathy Smith were at a turning point in their philanthropy, a time for reflection, not only on their personal faith but also on the future of the Church. From a practical perspective, they recognized a need that struck at the heart of their family’s faith journey—they needed priests to administer the sacraments now,...Read More
The legacy of the Sparr family is woven deeply into the fabric of St. Stephen Parish and School in Kingsville, where generations have been baptized, married, and educated. And through the newly established Sparr Family Endowment for Catholic Education Fund, this legacy will continue to make a difference in the lives of students at St....Read More
When those who knew her speak of Regina “Jean” Jenkins, their voice invariably begins to quiver from the raw emotion the story this remarkable woman’s life evokes. David Jenkins, her son, spoke to us at length about Jean, her incredible life, and his family endowment fund that her life inspired, a fund that is honoring...Read More
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 of the strength and depth of that commitment. Located in the Lansdowne area of Baltimore, St. Clement I is home to an Interfaith Food Pantry. The Pantry was...Read More
Years ago, at the age of 15, Scott Pawley was profiled in the Catholic Community Foundation’s 2020 Impact Report. Our story then told of how Scott saw a need and responded with a steadfast commitment to seeing that it was addressed. Through witnessing a cousin’s experience, Scott understood the financial burden placed on families of...Read More