News & Updates | Catholic Foundation of Northwest PA

Aug 1, 2023

Catholic Foundation of Northwest Pennsylvania Awards $56,817 in 2023 Spring Grant Cycle

The Catholic Foundation of Northwest Pennsylvania is pleased to announce that during its spring grant cycle thirteen grants totaling $56,817 were awarded to support nine projects. Funded by the Foundation’s Education Endowment and Faith Formation Endowment as well as endowments established by individuals to carry out their charitable goals, these grants will support a wide range of projects and needs and will have impact throughout the thirteen counties of the Diocese of Erie.

Jul 18, 2023

Shining a Light on Good Works

With gratitude for the many partners who join in our mission, we are delighted to share the 2022 Community Impact Report of the Catholic Foundation of Northwest Pennsylvania.

May 26, 2023

The Catholic Foundation Welcomes New Board Member

The Catholic Foundation welcomes a new board member.

Apr 7, 2023

Easter – A joyful season for those who are the “Light of Christ”

For those who exercise good stewardship of their Catholic faith, this April is the happiest, most joyful of months for it ushers in the great Easter season – a season of profound hope and joy. During the Easter season, which extends 50 days, from the Easter Vigil Mass of Saturday evening, April 8 to the Vigil Mass of Pentecost Sunday, on Saturday evening, May 27, Christian stewards are exhorted to celebrate and be joyful, for our Savior is with us.

Mar 17, 2023

ALMSGIVING: An Important Lenten Excercise

When we look at the three traditional “disciplines” of Lent, prayer, fasting and almsgiving, we know that almsgiving gets the least attention. Yet, the Bible places emphasis firmly on almsgiving and it is a central part of our faith.

Mar 17, 2023

Stewardship Saint for March

Saint Patrick, the “apostle to Ireland,” is one of the world’s most famous and celebrated saints. He is also the patron saint of the Diocese of Erie. Learn a little more about him.

Feb 9, 2023

Catholic Foundation Board Members Celebrate First Wedding Anniversary

Ruthanne Beighley and Bill Steger were not necessarily looking for love while serving on the board of directors of the Catholic Foundation of Northwest Pennsylvania, but they soon found out God puts you exactly where you need to be.

Jan 12, 2023

Catholic Foundation of Northwest Pennsylvania Awards $77,991 in Fall 2022 Education Grant Cycle

The Catholic Foundation of Northwest Pennsylvania is pleased to announce that twelve Education Grants totaling $77,991 were awarded through our 2022 fall competitive grant cycle. Education Grants awarded this past fall covered a wide range of projects and new initiatives in Catholic schools and parishes.

Dec 30, 2022

A New Year, New Beginnings for the Christian Steward

The practice of making New Year’s resolutions goes back over 3000 years. The start of a New Year gives us the feeling of a fresh start, a new beginning, and new opportunities. It is a time when people feel that they can begin anew with their lives.

Dec 12, 2022

#iGiveCatholic Giving Day Breaks Giving Records

Response to #iGiveCatholic continues to grow in the fourth year of diocesan participation. New records were set in dollars raised and number of donors supporting causes.