The Catholic Foundation

04/22/2026

What a blessing it was to spend two evenings with the St. Matthew Parish community!

The Catholic Foundation was warmly welcomed to host Finish the Race: Catholic Estate Planning Series. Parishioners came together over faith and fellowship to explore questions about the next stage of life: How do we steward what God has entrusted to us? How do we plan for the end of life with intention, dignity, and Catholic values at the center?

From drafting wills and trusts rooted in Catholic teachings to walking through funeral liturgy and choosing a final resting place, these evenings offered practical guidance wrapped in prayerful purpose. Thank you to our fantastic speakers and everyone who attended!

Pictured: Fr. Ted Sill, pastor of St. Matthew Parish, Christy Steffy of The Catholic Foundation, Bob Ryan of Egan-Ryan Funeral Home, and Jeff Moore of Catholic Cemeteries of Columbus.

Not pictured: Michael J. Zaino, Esq. of Zaino Law Group, LPA.

04/20/2026

Are you having the right life insurance conversations with your clients? Find out at The Catholic Foundation’s Professional Advisors Group luncheon on Tuesday, May 12, 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Expert speaker Richard E. Connolly, J.D., Principal with Ward & Connolly, will share practical insights to help you serve your clients better, over a delicious lunch with great company. Join us!

RSVP to Rebecca Price at [email protected].

04/20/2026

It's a blessing to support Vocations: Dominican Sisters of Peace, knowing your later years are filled with dignity, comfort, and the same compassion you faithfully shared throughout your life. May God continue to bless you and the important work of the Dominican Sisters of Peace!

04/20/2026

We're grateful for the incredible work the Dominican Sisters of Peace do for the most vulnerable in our society. May God continue to bless and guide their work.

The Dominican Sisters of Peace are grateful to the The Catholic Foundation for their faithful stewardship of a gift from Van Buskirk Family Endowment Fund to support our work to aid those persons trapped in human trafficking.

04/16/2026

What a wonderful afternoon we shared together at Fire and Stone Pizzeria! On behalf of The Catholic Foundation's Professional Advisors Group, we are grateful to everyone who attended for taking the time to join us for our luncheon in Chillicothe.

A special thank you to Fr. Thomas Blau, O.P., whose thoughtful reflections on the role professional advisors play in helping clients balance financial security with faithful stewardship offered a meaningful perspective for both our work and our lives.

We are grateful for the conversations and community you help make possible, and we look forward to seeing you at our next gathering! For more information on how you can make an impact on the Catholic faith through your profession, please visit https://catholic-foundation.org/about/advisors/

04/15/2026

Catholic Social Services of the Diocese of Columbus remains a cornerstone of compassionate care. We are honored to support your mission of bringing goodwill and Christ's love to the most vulnerable in our community!

We are incredibly grateful to The Catholic Foundation for their generous support of our mission. Because of partners like you, we are able to continue serving individuals and families in our community with compassion, dignity, and hope. Your commitment makes a meaningful difference in the lives of those we walk alongside each day, thank you for being a part of and .

04/06/2026

Attorneys, financial planners, accountants, insurance agents, funeral directors, and trust officers who serve the southern part of our diocese are invited to a complimentary luncheon hosted by The Catholic Foundation's Professional Advisors Group.

We'd love to see you — and a friend or colleague — join us for an afternoon of engaging conversation and community!

Please scan the QR code or email Rebecca Price at [email protected] if you plan to attend.

04/05/2026

He is risen!

The Resurrection of Jesus Christ is our greatest joy and our deepest hope. Wishing you and your loved ones a blessed and beautiful Easter Sunday.

04/02/2026

From the Last Supper to the empty tomb, the Sacred Triduum invites us into the heart of our Catholic faith. These three holy days are a time to walk with Christ — through His suffering, His death, and the joy of His Resurrection. Enter them prayerfully and with an open heart.

03/27/2026

Beyond the Sunday offertory.

Every parish in the Diocese of Columbus maintains a
dedicated endowment fund, managed by The Catholic Foundation. Unlike the weekly offertory, an endowment is a long-term, sustained investment vehicle. Contributions are invested, and the income generated provides the parish with a perpetual source of funding to support its broader mission and general needs, year after year. Fortifying the faith for generations to come.

If you want to learn more about supporting your parish's endowment fund, contact Scott Hartman at [email protected].

Pictured: Revered Thomas Herge, Pastor of Divine Mercy Parish, and Jim Hahn, Development Officer at The Catholic Foundation.

Carolyn Paul, Finance Manager, Jim Hahn, and Reverend Stephen Smith, Pastor of St. John Paul II Scioto Catholic Parish.