At the Catholic Foundation of Eastern Pennsylvania, we believe in planning not just for the present, but for eternity. Estate planning is one of the most meaningful ways Catholics can express their love for family, faith, and the causes that have shaped their lives. And yet, for many, it is a conversation they avoid out of fear of confronting uncomfortable topics like death, legal documents or thinking “I don’t…
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What the Church Needs… “Habemus Papam,” We have a pope! The world listened with anticipated joy as the traditional Latin announcement was made two weeks ago from St. Peter’s Square in Rome. And the conclave of cardinals elected the first American pope, Pope Leo XIV! This was the third papal conclave (and the third white smoke sighting) of my lifetime. When Pope Benedict XVI was elected, I was in eighth…
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The Catholic Foundation welcomes Mark Quaranta, author of the beloved daily Summons, to lead readers deeper into the timeless truths of Catholicism—and into a life that leaves a lasting mark. The Catholic Foundation is excited to announce a new feature to our monthly e-newsletter: Summons To Forever written by Mark Quaranta. Our readers may recognize Quaranta’s thoughtful and thought-filled writing style from his popular daily Summons that he delivers to…
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The Catholic Foundation of Eastern Pennsylvania reported a record level of distributions — $979,207 — from endowed funds that support Catholic causes throughout the Diocese of Allentown. Since 2016, the Catholic Foundation has reported a total of $5,987,684 in distributions from both endowment and donor designated funds. “The distribution process is doing what it is set up to do: provide funds to various Catholic organizations when they need it,” Pete…
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On this Holy Thursday, we express our deep gratitude to our Priests in the Diocese of Allentown. We commemorate the night Christ instituted two sacraments: the Eucharist and the Priesthood. Today, we are reminded of the sacred mission entrusted to these men, and their selfless service. Through their hands, Christ becomes present at every Mass, offering us His Body, Blood, Soul, and Divinity for our salvation. Priests walk with us…
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As I Have Loved You On Holy Thursday, in the quiet of the Upper Room, Jesus gave His friends a final command: “Love one another as I have loved you.” He didn’t say: perform miracles as I have done.He didn’t say: draw crowds, preach to thousands, or build something impressive.He said: Love. And He gave that command not after a grand, awe-inspiring moment, but after something almost embarrassingly humble—He had just…
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We are already two weeks into the sacred season of Lent. Easter is one month away. At the Catholic Foundation, we pray this time continues to be one of reflection, prayer, and peace for you and your loved ones. It is no coincidence that our preparation for the celebration of Christ’s resurrection corresponds with the first sounds and smells of spring bringing new life to the world. Like His creation,…
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We are in the thick of tax season, with the April 15th deadline right around the corner! When you meet with your tax and investment advisors to review the past year and prepare for your financial future, it is an excellent time to discuss the strategic tools that can optimize your tax benefits while supporting Catholic causes that matter most to you. By considering charitable giving options such as a…
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Despite the restless market conditions, many Catholic causes that have endowment funds managed by the Catholic Foundation have benefited from donors’ generosity and investment savvy. Donors holding onto appreciated investments took advantage of tax savings by donating it to the endowment fund of their favorite Catholic cause. A sampling of endowment funds receiving appreciated tax benefiting gifts include the: Robert & Cynthia O’Hara Family Fund John Paul II Café Endowment Fund George…
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For more than a century, St. Anne School has been a beacon of faith-based education, nurturing young minds and hearts in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. “Rooted in Catholic tradition, we strive to prepare students for a future of academic success, moral responsibility, and compassionate leadership,” said Rev. Anthony Mongiello, Pastor of St. Anne Parish. “However, maintaining our mission requires more than dedication and hard work — it also demands financial sustainability.” Thankfully,…
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