Gathered Together in Faith
Catholic Foundation Legacy Society members and donors were honored at a recent gathering of donors, board members, staff, and friends of the Foundation.
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.
Catholic Foundation of Northwest Pennsylvania Awards $214,586 in 2025 Competitive Grant Cycles
The Catholic Foundation of Northwest Pennsylvania is pleased to announce during its three 2025 grant cycles, 45 grants totaling $214,586 were awarded to support 43 projects. Funded by the Foundation’s Education Endowment, Faith Formation Endowment, and Catholic Social Ministry Endowment as well as endowments established by individuals to carry out their charitable goals, these grants support a wide range of projects and needs and will have impact throughout the thirteen counties of the Diocese of Erie.
Be a Good Steward of the Lenten Season
The Lenten season prepares us for the celebration of Easter. It is a time for Christians to embrace prayer, fasting, and almsgiving in a more concerted way. For some it is a time of healing, an opportunity to repair their spiritual brokenness. For others it is simply a good time to cultivate their spiritual lives in a more disciplined manner.
Catholic Foundation of Northwest Pennsylvania Announces 2025 Fall Grant Awards Totaling $52,552
The Catholic Foundation of Northwest Pennsylvania is pleased to announce that fifteen grants totaling $52,552 were awarded to support fifteen projects during our 2025 Fall Education competitive grant cycle.
Behind the Scenes of an Episcopal Transition
Now that Bishop Lawrence Persico submitted his resignation to Pope Leo XIV, what will happen next? Catholic Foundation staff had the opportunity at a recent meeting to gain insight to what’s involved in an episcopal transition from Father Christopher Singer, Chancellor of the Diocese of Erie, who is leading preparation efforts.
Turn Gratitude into Generosity through the Catholic Foundation
In this season of gratitude, our thoughts turn to the many blessings in our lives. Knowing everything is a gift from God, how can we return it with joy?
Epiphany: To Find Our Meaning in Christ
On the weekend of January 3 and 4, 2026 we celebrate the Solemnity of the Epiphany of the Lord. Epiphany! What a wonderful word.
#iGiveCatholic Giving Day Continues to Inspire Generosity
#iGiveCatholic 2025 was a celebration of Catholic generosity in northwest Pennsylvania.