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Our Mission

In Christ, the Catholic Community Foundation of Northeast Indiana is dedicated to supporting the spiritual, educational and charitable ministries of the Catholic Church and the Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend, by inspiring charitable giving and estate planning.

How Our Foundation Works

Our Impact

$76 Million

Total Assets

More Than 300

Funds

Over $2.4 Million

Granted

In 2025

Events & News

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Our Office Is Moving Downtown

We are pleased to share that our Catholic Community Foundation office is moving to downtown Fort Wayne, placing us closer to the heart of our community. Being just steps away from the diocesan...
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CCFNEI CEO Named to National Catholic Philanthropy Steering Committee

We are proud to share that our Chief Executive Officer, Mackenzie L. Ritchie, CFRE, has been appointed to the Steering Committee of the Consortium of Catholic Foundations , a national network...
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Catholic Community Foundation Honors Outstanding Educators

The Catholic Community Foundation of Northeast Indiana was honored to present the 2026 Catholic Community Foundation Teachers Award during this year’s You Can Lend a Hand Luncheon series,...
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A Legacy of Prayer: Putting Your Faith into Action

When John and Sarah first reached out to the Catholic Community Foundation, they weren’t sure where to begin. Their hearts were moved by a desire to remember their beloved family members in a way...
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Our Shepherds, Our Future | May 19, 2026

Donate Here Join us for a special evening of faith, fellowship, and inspiration as we come together to support the future shepherds of our Church. The Our Shepherds, Our Future event is your...
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Patron Saint of the CCFNEI:
St. Katharine Drexel

A few years ago Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades named St. Katharine Drexel the Patron Saint of our Catholic Community Foundation. St. Katharine Drexel is a true example of Stewardship. The 2nd American-born canonized saint, was born in great wealth in Philadelphia in 1858. Soon after her birth, her mother passed away and she was then raised by her father and step-mother who were firm believers in philanthropy, especially tending to the needs of the poor. Leading by example, as a young woman, St. Katharine Drexel became aware of the difficult circumstances that were facing Native Americans and African Americans of that time. She used her inherited fortune to serve these groups. She funded many institutions, including schools. St. Katharine Drexel died in 1955, and was beatified by Pope Saint John Paul II in 1988 and canonized in 2000. Her feast day is March 3rd. St. Katharine Drexel, pray for us!