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Ways to Give

Ways to Give Thank you for your interest in supporting the Catholic Foundation and the parishes, Catholic schools, and ministries we serve. Whether you give $50, $250, $1,000 or more, your gift will make an impact in our archdiocese and community for years to come. For more information on what specifically you can give, please […]


Our Leadership

Our Leadership Board of Directors The Catholic Foundation of North Georgia is governed by a Board of Directors, comprised of the Archbishop, clergy, and lay leaders.  The Board of Directors is responsible for ensuring that the mission, vision, and strategic plan are fulfilled for all Catholics in our archdiocese.  The Board oversees the investments, policies, […]


Donors

Donor Resources Our dedicated staff is your first point of contact in planning and making a gift. Please contact us if you have questions regarding any of these materials.   Ways to Give at Year End Giving Overview Catholic Foundation Overview as of June 30, 2022 – English Catholic Foundation Overview as of June 30, […]


What to Give – End of Year

End of Year Giving As we approach the end of the year, know that there are many ways to make a gift to support your parish, school, or favorite ministry through the Catholic Foundation. For more information on any of these giving methods, please contact Juliet Greco (email), Nancy Coveny (email), or call our office […]


Events

Events Receive updates on the latest news, events, and happenings at the Catholic Foundation. Sign up for our emails.  Upcoming Events     2024 Investment Forum – March 14, 8-10:30 AM This year, we are pleased to welcome back Ron Temple, Chief Market Strategist at Lazard, as our keynote speaker, presenting a global market update. Michael […]


Financials

Financials In our quest to be the most trusted Catholic foundation, we strive for transparency and professionalism in all that we do.  Transparency as well as prudent and efficient stewardship of the resources we receive are core values of the Catholic Foundation.   The Board and staff of the Catholic Foundation work to provide excellent […]


Parishes

Parish Resources Foundation Fact Sheets Catholic Foundation Overview as of June 30, 2022 – English Catholic Foundation Overview as of June 30, 2022 – Spanish   Planned Giving Briefs and Brochures Parish Endowment Brochure – Customizable for In-House Printing Endowments at a Glance for Parishes Endowment Sunday Toolkit (Digital Viewing) (2 Sided Printing) – see more on […]


Catholic Center Endowment Funds

What is an endowment fund? An endowment fund helps ensure the future of the an organization and sustain its mission now and forever. A gift to an endowment fund is never spent. Instead, the gifts are protected by law, professionally invested, and grow over time. As the value of the endowment fund grows, your Catholic […]


St. Joseph Adoption Support Fund

To support Covenant Care Adoptions and Lifeline Children’s Services in Georgia to provide financial assistance to families seeking to adopt by utilizing the services of both organizations. Give to the Fund


Our Lady of the Assumption Preschool Endowment Fund

Provides support for operating costs, school improvements, and tuition assistance at Our Lady of the Assumption Preschool Give to the Fund


Creating a Fund

Creating a Fund When you create a fund with the Catholic Foundation – or transfer a fund to us from another location – your gift helps strengthen our faith communities and secures the future of our Catholic faith. Your generosity impacts the Church immediately and in the long term. The Catholic Foundation will provide you with an agreement […]


Why the Catholic Foundation?

Why the Catholic Foundation? We are different.  We are Catholic. As a community foundation for Catholics, we help individuals and families pass along their faith, heritage and values for future generations.  The Catholic Foundation of North Georgia serves as a catalyst for helping Catholics make a lasting difference. We are Catholic. We understand the stewardship and […]


#iGiveCatholic

#iGiveCatholic Resources Celebrated annually on the Tuesday following Thanksgiving, #iGiveCatholic is the U.S. Catholic Church’s Giving Day that kicks off the charitable season and brings the Catholic community together to give thanks and give back. As a giving day created to celebrate our unique Catholic heritage, #iGiveCatholic inspires faithful stewards to “Give Catholic” on Giving […]


Bernie Drake Memorial Donor Advised Fund

Supports causes, in memory of Bernie Drake, that were important to her and her family. Give to the Fund


News

News News Articles July 7, 2022 – Catholic Foundation awards 30 for 30th July 7, 2022 – Catholic Foundation announces spring community grant awards January 11, 2022 – Catholic Foundation of North Georgia announces fall grants  October 28, 2021 – Archdiocese of Atlanta creates $400,000 endowment for Mercy Care October 27, 2021 – #iGiveCatholic opportunity […]


Grants

Grants – Impacting Our Community   505 Grants Distributed $3.1M+ Total Grants Distributed $393,900 Competitive Grants Distributed 146 Competitive Grants Distributed $27.1M+ Grants Distributed since 1997 Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2022   The Grants Program at the Catholic Foundation helps ensure that organizations in the community have the financial resources to serve and make […]


Webinars

Past Webinars Legacy Ambassadors Webinar – September 28, 2023 A robust planned giving program will yield a pipeline of sustainable results. Gift planning encourages the financial health of families as well as deepening the relationship with the charities in our archdiocese. This recorded webinar shares important data that will help guide fundraising decisions. Watch the […]


Jessica Lynn Turner Memorial Scholarship Fund

Supports a scholarship for a rising female senior at Blessed Trinity Catholic High School. Give to the Fund


Christopher CaoLong Nguyen Endowment Fund

Healing Children, Strengthening Families, and Building Community  Christopher Caolong Nguyen Endowment Fund    Christopher CaoLong Nguyen and his twin brother, Alexander, were born on December 22, 2017 to a loving Catholic family in Marietta. His parents, Thao and Long, were thrilled to bring two beautiful boys into their family which was already blessed with two sisters and a brother.  The older children […]


Christopher Caolong Nguyen Endowment Fund

Supports the mission of Chris 180 which serves children in need. Read More Give to the Fund


Matthew Isaac Herrin Memorial Endowment Fund

Supports scholarships for students in need at Queen of Angels Catholic School. Read More Give to the Fund


#iGiveCatholic

  Celebrated annually on the Tuesday following Thanksgiving, #iGiveCatholic is the U.S. Catholic Church’s Giving Day that kicks off the charitable season and brings the Catholic community together to give thanks and give back. As a giving day created to celebrate our unique Catholic heritage, #iGiveCatholic inspires faithful stewards to “Give Catholic” on Giving Tuesday, […]


Rheda and Robert Wanstreet Scholarship Fund

Supports tuition assistance for students in need at St. Mary’s Academy in Fayetteville, GA and St. John the Evangelist Catholic School in Hapeville, GA. Give to the Fund


Endowment Sunday

Endowment Sunday is a chance to educate your parishioners about the importance of securing the financial well-being of the parish both now and forever. It may include a second collection or your parish may focus solely on educating your church community about the endowment fund.   When is Endowment Sunday? Archbishop Hartmayer has approved the […]


In Assets

$117.7MM+ Total Assets Under Stewardship


Grants Distributed

$30.3MM+ Grants Distributed Since 1997


Total Grants Distributed

$3.2MM Total Grants Distributed


Total Funds Managed

422 Total Funds Managed


Our Impact – Date

FISCAL YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, 2023


Careers

Job Openings   Interns Applicants should have completed at least one year of college (recent graduates welcome to apply) and live in or attend school in the Archdiocese of Atlanta. Click on the position below for the job description and details on how to apply. Fall Internships: Marketing and Communications Intern – filled Grants Intern […]

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Transfiguration Ministry Endowment Fund

Supports the youth ministry, St. Vincent de Paul Society, Respect for Life, staff bonuses, underfunded ministries, building maintenance, and the Family Assistance Fund at Transfiguration Catholic Church. Give to the Fund


Mary Anne Castranio Georgia Bulletin Fund

To support the operations of The Georgia Bulletin, in its role as the official source of Catholic news, and as the historical record for the Archdiocese of Atlanta, in all of its present and future print and digital forms of storytelling. Give to the Fund


Login Landing Page

Login Pages There are two online portals with login pages. If you know which one you need, please select the button below. If you need a more detailed description or assistance logging in to the portal for the first time, more information is available further down the page.   Fund Advisor Portal   Grant Application […]


#iGiveCatholic Archive

#iGiveCatholic Archived Materials 2017-2022 2022 Key Dates 2022   Links #iGiveCatholic – Landing page for the Archdiocese of Atlanta Resources for participating organizations Overview packet Marketing Materials Social media tips and sample posts Email marketing (sample emails and tips) Downloads (including logos, backgrounds, and more)   Newsletters from the Catholic Foundation Participate In #iGiveCatholic 2022 […]


Deacon Mike and Ruth Jones Family Fund

Deacon Mike and Ruth Jones Family Fund  A Legacy of Faith and Family   When Ruth Jones passed away in 2019, Deacon Mike and his family wanted to establish a legacy in their beloved wife and mother’s honor. They quickly realized that St. Pius X Catholic High School, an institution so important to their family’s […]


Deacon Mike and Ruth Jones Family Fund

Supports scholarships for students so that they may experience the St. Pius X Catholic School traditions of Family, Faith, and Service. Read More Give to the Fund


History

History Archbishop James P. Lyke, OFM established the Catholic Foundation of North Georgia in 1992 as a corporation separate from the archdiocese and accountable to a board of directors. “We are acting as no more than good stewards by putting this Foundation in place,” announced Archbishop Lyke in the Georgia Bulletin. In the early years, […]


Professional Advisors

Professional Advisor Resources To learn more about the Professional Advisors Network and to join the referral list, please click here.   Catholic Foundation Overview (English) and (Spanish) – Share this one page overview of the Catholic Foundation with your Catholic clients to introduce use and our ability to partner with you.   To Share with […]


Garcias-Llorens St. Francis Table Endowment Fund

Supports the St. Francis Table Ministry at the Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Atlanta for general operating expenses, including staffing expenses as well as food and supplies to feed the hungry. Give to the Fund


Brother Priests

Brother Priests Create a Lasting Legacy Father John C. Kieran and Father Richard A. Kieran Endowment Fund   It’s no secret that our priests give freely of their time and talent. But did you know that we have priests who also give generously of their treasure? In 2016, Irish-born priests, Father John Kieran and his […]


John and Jenni Weldin

Why We Give: Leaving a Legacy John and Jenni Weldin   Our journey to support the Pregnancy Aid Clinic started with a desire to leave a legacy rather than only provide short-term support.   We decided to create an endowment through the Catholic Foundation of North Georgia in order to leave a legacy that would […]


John and Jenni Weldin Endowment Fund

For the general purpose of Pregnancy Aid Clinic (PAC) in Georgia. Read More Give to the Fund


Billy ’72 and Lisa Laube Scholarship Fund

Supports scholarships to students in need at St. Pius X Catholic High School, with preference to soccer players, who exhibit leadership and team-building skills both on and off the field. Give to the Fund


Kevin Craig DuVall Scholarship Fund

Supports scholarships for legacy students at St. Pius X Catholic High School who have had academic success in math or science. Give to the Fund


Catholic Latino Scholarship Fund

Provide funding for scholarships for Catholic Latino students who attend archdiocesan Catholic schools. Give to the Fund


Reverend Monsignor Edward J. Dillon Fund

Previously known as the Catholic Foundation General Fund. Supports grant giving and our mission. Give to the Fund


Past Bulletin Notes

Bulletin Notes 2022   Bulletin Notes: January 2022 – English  Bulletin Notes: January/Enero 2022 – Spanish/Español Bulletin Notes: February 2022 – English Bulletin Notes: February/Febrero 2022 – Spanish/Español Bulletin Notes: March 2022 – English Bulletin Notes: March/Marzo 2022 – Spanish/Español Bulletin Notes: April 2022 – English Bulletin Notes: April/Abril 2022 – Spanish/Español Bulletin Notes: May […]



Katie Trocheck Abel

Supporting Schools for Generations Katie Trocheck Abel Scholarship Fund      Catholic schools produce more than just scholars and test scores. Their focus on spiritual formation and Christian community builds lasting and lifelong neighbors, friends, and disciples. One of these disciples was Katie Trocheck Abel.   Katie grew up in Avondale Estates and attended St. […]


Katie Trocheck Abel Scholarship Fund

Supports a scholarship at St. Thomas More Catholic School in Decatur for students in need, in memory of Katie Trocheck Abel. Read More Give to the Fund


David and Fay W. Prince Family Endowment Fund

Supports Our Lady of Perpetual Help Cancer Home, the Senior Ministry of the Cathedral of Christ the King, and the Retired Priests of the Archdiocese of Atlanta Give to the Fund


Professional Advisors

Partnering in Giving with You and Your Client The Catholic Foundation of North Georgia can be an excellent resource for your clients’ current or planned giving needs. Introduce your Catholic Client to Us as Another Trusted Partner As a trusted advisor, you provide the best advice, service and products for your client.  The Catholic Foundation […]


Andy Smith

Paying Tribute to a Servant Leader Andy Smith Cathedral Liturgical Fund     Andy Smith was a long-time lector and sacristan at the Cathedral of Christ the King. When Andy passed away unexpectedly on Easter Sunday in 2022, an anonymous donor wanted to pay tribute to Andy’s years of service to the parish community.   The […]


St. Brendan the Navigator Rectory Endowment Fund

For the development, construction, or purchase and renovation of a rectory at St. Brendan the Navigator Catholic Church. Give to the Fund


Msgr. Thomas A. Kenny Endowment Fund

Provides support for the ministries of the Cathedral of Christ the King and people in need, in memory of Msgr. Thomas Kenny, beloved pastor at the Cathedral. Give to the Fund


Adams Family Charitable Fund

Supports the ministries and nonprofits important to the family. Give to the Fund


St. Margaret de Castello Endowment Fund

Supports Catholic schools, as well as organizations that help individuals and families in need, and organizations that help families with special needs children. Give to the Fund


Our Team

Our Team You may reach any of our dedicated staff members by calling 404-497-9440 or emailing us.  We look forward to serving you and guiding you in creating your Catholic legacy. Nancy Dinka Coveny President Parishioner of Our Lady of the Assumption Email Sharon Adams Grants and Office Manager Parishioner of Our Lady of the Assumption […]


Investment Forum

Details Join us for the 4th annual Catholic Foundation Investment Forum. This event is offered free of charge. It may be of particular interest to anyone intrigued by the state of the market or wanting to know more about Catholic values investing. This may include professional advisors, pastors, principals, finance council members, business managers, and stockholders. […]


Monsignor Walter J. Donovan Catholic High School Endowment Fund

Supports general operating costs, school improvements and expansion, faculty support, and tuition assistance for Monsignor Walter J. Donovan Catholic High School in Athens, GA. Give to the Fund


Pregnancy Aid Clinic (PAC) Endowment Fund

Supports its general mission. Give to the Fund


St. John the Evangelist Goizueta Foundation Scholars Fund

To provide funding for need-based scholarship assistance for Hispanic/Latino students at St. John the Evangelist Catholic School in Hapeville, Georgia. Give to the Fund


Saints Christopher and Francis of Assisi Endowment Fund

Supports growth of the Catholic faith through Catholic faith formation for adults, RCIA programs, evangelization and new evangelization for adults, adult faith formation leaders’ retreats, and catechist training and retreats. Give to the Fund


Rebecca Setili Millard Scholarship Fund

To provide scholarships to students attending St. Pius X Catholic High School in need of financial assistance. Give to the Fund


Kesler Memorial Scholarship Fund

To assist deserving individuals who attend St. Peters Catholic Church in LaGrange in obtaining a college or university education. Give to the Fund


Fabrizio Agresta Endowment Fund

To provide tuition assistance for students who need financial help to attend St. Mary’s Academy in Fayetteville, Georgia. Give to the Fund


Berny Family Scholarship Fund

Supports scholarships for students in need at St. Joseph Catholic School, Marietta. Give to the Fund


Dick and Adair White Endowment Fund

To support the mission of the Catholic Foundation of North Georgia. Give to the Fund


Grantee Resources

Grantee Resources   View the Catholic Community Grants Guidelines or the Parish Enrichment Grants Guidelines. See our past grant recipients press releases. Grantee Follow Up Reports Your organization cannot be considered for additional grants if you have not completed your grant report by the following deadlines: Spring grant recipients must submit reports by February 15th of […]


Schools

School Resources Foundation Fact Sheets Catholic Foundation Overview as of June 30, 2022 – English Catholic Foundation Overview as of June 30, 2022 – Spanish Planned Giving Briefs and Brochures School Endowment Brochure – Customizable for in-house printing School Endowment Brochure – Customizable for professional printing Endowments at a Glance for Schools Legacy Liaison Overview Tools for […]


Andy Smith Cathedral Liturgical Fund

To support the liturgical needs of the Cathedral of Christ the King in Atlanta, GA. Read More Give to the Fund


Community Social Services Fund

Supports grant giving for social services to the general community. Give to the Fund


Conrads Family Education Fund

Supports Catholic schools located in the Archdiocese of Atlanta. Give to the Fund


Cristo Rey Atlanta Jesuit High School Endowment Fund

For the benefit of Cristo Rey Atlanta Jesuit High School, Atlanta, GA. Give to the Fund


Meet Our Donors – Never Give Up

Never Giving Up Paul and Renee Armstrong and the Robert Price “Never Give Up” Scholarship Fund    Robert Price was a true friend and inspiration to the students at St. Joseph Catholic School in Marietta. Robert had a disability, but he didn’t let it slow him down. He was a loyal friend, faithful member of St. Joseph […]


Catholic Center at Kennesaw State University Endowment Fund

Supports Campus Ministry programs and a priest and/or deacon to be assigned to them, as well as maintenance of the facility. Give to the Fund


Meet Our Donors

Meet Our Donors Paul and Renee Armstrong and the Robert Price  “Never Give Up” Scholarship Fund “We want more students and their families to experience the mission of the St. Joseph Catholic School Community:  educating the mind, while expanding the heart.”– Paul Armstong Read More Pope Francis Hispanic Scholarship Fund “Giving help doesn’t hurt. All […]


The Holowka Family

A Gift in Thanksgiving to a School Community Creating an insurance policy to benefit an endowment fund   Samantha Holowka and her husband, Mark, have two young children who attend Queen of Angels Catholic School. Samantha said she and Mark have learned so much through the school community about communicating effectively and lovingly when teaching […]


Lyke House Catholic Center at AUC Endowment Fund

Supports Campus Ministry programs and a priest and/or deacon to be assigned to them, as well as maintenance of the facility. Give to the Fund


Peggy Harvey

Creating a Legacy for Good Bequests to a Parish Endowment Fund   Years ago, Peggy Harvey and her husband, Bernard, received a large insurance settlement after he was injured while doing iron work for the construction of a high rise in New York City. The accident left him totally disabled, and the Harveys moved to Vero Beach, Florida where […]


St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church (Blairsville) Endowment Fund

Supports ministerial program development, religious education, and structural maintenance. Read More Give to the Fund


Molly Messner Lane ’74 Endowment Fund

Supports scholarships for female student athletes to attend St. Pius X Catholic High School. Give to the Fund


Monsignor King Seminary Fund

Supports seminarian education. Give to the Fund


Wrigley Nicholson Endowment Fund

Supports Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Church, Marist School, St. Pius X Catholic High School, and the Monastery of the Holy Spirit. Give to the Fund


Wilton Cardinal Gregory Endowment Fund

Supports the mission of Catholic Charities Atlanta which serves people in need. Give to the Fund


Williams Family UWG Catholic Center Fund

Supports the building of a new University of West Georgia Catholic Campus Ministry Center, as well as for the furnishings, fixtures, and technology needs of the new facility. Give to the Fund


Walt and Jane Miller Family Scholarship Fund

Supports scholarships to juniors at St. Pius X Catholic High School who have demonstrated a commitment to service and who possess a strong character and work ethic. Give to the Fund


Wallace Family Scholarship Fund for St. Pius

Supports scholarships (renewable yearly) for incoming freshman in financial need from a Catholic elementary school. Give to the Fund


Vivian Adán Eager Reader Scholarship Fund

Supports scholarships at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic School. Read More Give to the Fund


Vernon and Gaynelle Grizzard Scholarship Fund

Supports scholarships for students with financial need at St. Mary’s Catholic School. Give to the Fund


Transfiguration Catholic Church Endowment Fund

Supports the general mission of the church, which may include capital needs, religious education, ministries, and operations. Give to the Fund


Timothy Angulo ’02 Scholarship Fund

Supports scholarships for incoming freshman students at St. Pius X Catholic High School who are well-rounded and have made significant contributions to the school community, with preference to students from Christ the King School and from a large family. Give to the Fund


Thomas and Mary McDonough Memorial Fund

Supports seminarian education and enrichment beyond normal seminary training. Give to the Fund


The Solidarity Association Donor Advised Fund

Supports the ministries and nonprofits important to the association. Give to the Fund


The Sister Sponsa Beltran Donor Advised Fund

Supports the ministries and nonprofits important to the family. Give to the Fund


The Ron and Fran Wygladalski Donor Advised Fund

Supports the ministries and nonprofits important to the family. Give to the Fund


The Michael L. Keough Family Donor Advised Fund

Supports the ministries and non-profits important to the family. Give to the Fund


The Loridans Academic Fellowship Endowment Fund

Supports a stipend for a superior classroom teacher at St. Pius X Catholic High School. Give to the Fund


The Keough Family Donor Advised Fund

Supports the ministries and non-profits important to the family. Give to the Fund


The Katharine and Russell Bellman Fund

Supports the ministries and nonprofits important to the family. Give to the Fund


The Hands of the Good Shepherd Fund

Supports parish needs including education, Hispanic and other charitable outreach, parish health, sustainability and maintenance. Give to the Fund


The Flannery O’Connor Fund

Supports the preservation and maintenance of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Milledgeville, GA as a place of Catholic worship. Give to the Fund


The Flanagan Family Fund

Supports the ministries and nonprofits important to the family. Give to the Fund


The Evelyn Fund

Supports the ministries and nonprofits important to the family. Give to the Fund


The Carol and Bill O’Leksy Donor Advised Fund

Supports the ministries and nonprofits important to the family. Give to the Fund


The Care for the Elderly Fund

Supports grant giving to parishes, ministries and nonprofits providing services for the housing needs of the elderly and other support enabling seniors to live independent, dignified lives. Give to the Fund


Sveti Nikola Fund

Supports ecclesiastical, charitable and educational institutions. Read More Give to the Fund


Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church Endowment Fund

Supports the general mission of the church, which may include capital needs, religious education, ministries, and operations. Give to the Fund


Steven A. Kosmala and Jeanne Conboy Kosmala Endowment Fund

Supports the general missions of St. Benedict Catholic Church and the St. Benedict Conference of St. Vincent de Paul. Give to the Fund


Stephen J. Schmidt, Jr. Scholarship Fund

Supports scholarships for St. Pius X Catholic High School students who display the qualities of faith and hard work despite difficulties. Give to the Fund


St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church Endowment Fund

Supports the general mission of the church, which may include capital needs, religious education, ministries, and operations. Give to the Fund


St. Vincent de Paul Atlanta Endowment Fund

Supports the organization’s operational, ministry, and capital needs. Give to the Fund


St. Toribio Romo Catholic Mission Endowment Fund

Supports the general mission of the church, which may include capital needs, religious education, ministries, and operations. Give to the Fund


St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church Endowment Fund

Supports the general mission of the church, which may include capital needs, religious education, ministries, and operations. Give to the Fund


St. Thomas More Catholic School Scholarship Fund

Supports scholarships for students. Give to the Fund


St. Thomas More Catholic School Endowment Fund

Supports general operating costs, school improvements and expansion, faculty support, and tuition assistance. Give to the Fund


St. Thomas More Catholic Church Endowment Fund

Supports the general mission of the church, which may include capital needs, religious education, ministries, and operations. Give to the Fund


St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church Endowment Fund

Supports the general mission of the church, which may include capital needs, religious education, ministries, and operations. Give to the Fund


St. Theresa of the Child Jesus Catholic Church Endowment Fund

Supports the general mission of the church, which may include capital needs, religious education, ministries, and operations. Give to the Fund


St. Stephen the Martyr Catholic Church Endowment Fund

Supports the general mission of the church, which may include capital needs, religious education, ministries, and operations. Give to the Fund


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