Catholic Foundation News

The Catholic Foundation makes news all the time. Check out what we have been up to and how we are positively impacting our Catholic community and region.

Cardinal Kevin Farrell Receives The Catholic Extension Spirit of Francis Award

Congratulations to Cardinal Kevin Farrell on receiving The Catholic Extension Spirit of Francis Award. We're honored to have been one of the sponsors of the Dallas event.

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"Hope" Chosen As Theme For 2023 Art On The Plaza Competition

Judges for the 18th annual Art On The Plaza competition hosted by The Catholic Foundation have chosen the essence of hope as this year's theme.

Donors Thanked During Donor Mass & Reception

Donors of The Catholic Foundation were recognized during a Mass celebrated by Bishop Edward J. Burns at the Cathedral Shrine of the Virgin of Guadalupe, followed by a reception that honored them at the Arts District Mansion in downtown Dallas.

The Catholic Foundation Awards $1.4 Million to 30 Dallas-area Catholic Schools and Churches, Plus Community Organizations

The Catholic Foundation awarded $1.4 million to 30 Dallas-area Catholic schools and churches, plus community organizations during its 2023 spring grant ceremony. Funded by the Foundation’s unrestricted Philanthropy Fund as well as funds established by individuals and families to carry out their charitable goals, the grants will support various projects including HVAC repair, tuition assistance, liturgical music, facility renovations, a new school van and more.

The Catholic Foundation to Present $1.4 Million in Grants

On Friday, April 21, The Catholic Foundation will award $1.4 million to 30 North Texas schools, churches and community organizations during its 2023 spring grant ceremony. The event will take place at St. Cecilia Catholic School in the Oak Cliff section of Dallas.

Cafe Momentum & Society of St. Vincent de Paul North Texas Leaders Talk Organizational Effectiveness

Our spring Catholic Community Network panel featured highly successful nonprofit executives, Margaret Reid Windham, executive director of Cafe Momentum and Luis Gonzalez, CEO of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul North Texas.

Circle-Of-Life Speakers Provide Peace Of Mind Insights To Seminar Guests

In March, six speakers discussed how advance planning about end-of-life issues keeps your family from having to make difficult decisions on the fly, and offers your entire family peace of mind.

RSVP for May 22 Panel Featuring Cafe Momentum & St. Vincent de Paul Executives

You’re invited to our spring Catholic Community Network panel that features highly successful nonprofit executives, Margaret Reid Windham, executive director of Café Momentum and Luis Gonzalez, CEO of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul North Texas.

A Night For A Jack Of Hearts

The 40th annual Catholic Foundation Award Dinner was one for the ages. Whether you attended the dinner, or not, we believe you'll enjoy this video that shares the entire evening that celebrated and recognized Catholic philanthropy and community service at its best.

Radio Interviews Shine Spotlight on The Catholic Foundation and Catholic Education

Dave Palmer and Sissel Anderson of KATH, 910-AM conducted several interviews at the 40th annual Catholic Foundation Award Dinner on Feb. 4 that celebrates the best in Catholic philanthropy in the Dallas area.

Jack E. Pratt, Sr. Inspires Others as 40th Annual Catholic Foundation Award Honoree

On Feb. 4, Jack E. Pratt, Sr. was recognized for his Christian example and enormous philanthropic impact made throughout the Dallas area during the 40th annual Catholic Foundation Award Dinner.

Circle Of Life Seminar Helps People Discuss How Final Wishes Can Be Honored

Registration has closed for “THE CONVERSATION: A Catholic Perspective on Circle-of-Life Issues” continues this March. Our next information-packed and free seminar takes place on Saturday, March 11th from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at All Saints Catholic Church in Dallas.

John Paul II High School Junior Charlotte Blank Receives Hal Tehan Scholar Award

John Paul II High School junior Charlotte Blank has been named the 26th annual recipient of the Hal Tehan Scholar Award. Each year, all local Catholic high schools may nominate a junior student who exemplifies Catholic values, actively participates, contributes to the community and is generally in the top five percent of his or her class. As the top honoree, Charlotte will receive a $10,000 scholarship for her senior year and each of the seven other nominees will receive a $2,500 scholarship.

What's The Difference Between The Catholic Foundation & Catholic Charities Dallas?

Despite different missions, having the word Catholic in both The Catholic Foundation and Catholic Charities Dallas names causes some people to confuse the two organizations. This video will help you to understand, and remember, what makes both organizations so impactful to the Dallas area community.

Dan Odom To Lead The Catholic Foundation Board Of Trustees

The Catholic Foundation Board of Trustees has elected Dan Odom as chairman of its board, succeeding Aileen Pratt who served as board chair the past two years. The board also elected three new trustees, Elsa Alcalá Grivas, Rick Martinez and Maria Castañón Moats. Odom will serve a two-year term and the new trustees will serve two, three-year terms ending in 2028.

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