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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...
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...
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,...
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...
For people of faith, generosity is not just a financial choice but a spiritual one – rooted in stewardship and the joy of giving back. As we approach the end of another year, charitable giving is...
Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, With joyful hearts, we present to you the 2025 Impact Report of the Catholic Community Foundation of Northeast Indiana. This year, we reflect on our theme:...
Today’s Catholic, May 20, 2025 A Call to Support Our Shepherds, Our Future Growing up, Mason Bailey could not envision himself as a priest. It wasn’t until he received profound words in the...
Today's Catholic, November 23, 2024 The staff of the Catholic Community Foundation of Northeast Indiana serves the parishes, schools, and ministries of the diocese. They are dedicated to helping...
“Bishop Rhoades saw the need for long-term support for our seminarian’s education,” said Aaron Kennerk, Business Manager at the Catholic Community Foundation of Northeast Indiana (CCFNEI). This...
Can there be any greater gift in this world than life? Since 1984, Women’s Care Center has been helping mothers find the courage to choose life for their unborn babies. What started in this very...
Dr. Mike Mastrangelo and his wife, Grace (who passed away in 2012), have been providing scholarships for Dwenger students since 1993. Over 30 students have received a scholarship for each of the...
The Catholic Community Foundation proudly announced its 1st Annual Catholic Teacher Award in the fall of 2021. With an endowment left by the late Mrs. Catherine Schmenk (a great proponent of...
Since 2006, Our Lady of the Road in South Bend, Indiana has been accompanying people living on the streets through a weekend day-time Drop-in Center that provides free breakfast, laundry, showers,...
Father Adam Schmitt truly lives his life devoted to God. Born December 22, 1931, Father Adam knew he wanted to be a priest in the 4th grade while attending St. Peter’s School in Fort Wayne,...
A Mother’s Hope is beyond grateful for the support of the Catholic Community Foundation of Northeast Indiana. Through the Mary Hopkins Fitzpatrick Unwed Mother Assistance Fund, the Catholic...
Paul has always believed the future of all Parishes in the Diocese can be enhanced financially by Endowment funds that yield income FOREVER. For this reason, Paul and his wife, Kathy established...
By Roy & Karen Gregerson While it seems like only yesterday that our son, Fr. Royce Gregerson, was ordained a priest of the Roman Catholic Church in the Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend, it has now...
By Jerry and Becky Henry Both Becky and I come from large families, which often means we went without. We didn’t have a lot during our childhood, but we were always taken care of and provided for....
By Lauren Denton, Director FORVIS As we approach the end of another year, charitable giving may be top of mind for many individuals and families. In addition to planning for annual charitable...