• Just as He Did in Life, He Did in Death (7/26/2026) - A beloved priest's final gift ensures that the Catholic ministries and people he loved will continue to flourish for generations. Some final acts speak louder than a lifetime of words. Four and a half months before he died, Monsignor Edward Domin made one final pastoral decision. Knowing that his earthly ministry was drawing to a… Continue Reading >
  • Planning Ahead Is One of the Greatest Gifts You Can Leave Your Family (7/26/2026) - Life has a way of keeping us focused on the next appointment, the next vacation, the next family gathering, or the next milestone. Yet one of the most loving things we can do for our family, and for the Catholic causes that have shaped our lives, is to prepare for a day we hope is… Continue Reading >
  • Futureproofing Catholic Schools Starts Now (6/17/2026) - A few weeks ago, families of Immaculate Conception Academy in Douglassville received heartbreaking news. After years of faithful service, the school will close its doors at the end of this school year. No one ever wants to see a Catholic school close. Behind every closure are students, parents, alumni, teachers, and parishioners whose lives have… Continue Reading >
  • Three New Endowed Funds Strengthen Notre Dame’s Future (6/17/2026) - Since 1957, when Notre Dame High School (also known as Notre Dame Green Pond) opened its doors in Bethlehem Township, the co-educational high school’s mission has centered on enriching students’ academic and athletic development as well as their spiritual and cultural growth. Now three new endowed funds will help ensure the Catholic school, part of… Continue Reading >
  • God Bless Our Newly Ordained Priests (6/17/2026) - Bishop Alfred A. Schlert of the Diocese of Allentown recently ordained six new priests at the Cathedral of St. Catharine of Siena, Allentown. It was the largest ordination class in recent years. All of them have started their first parish assignments. The following assignments were made to these priests: Reverend Dominic C. Civitella, Newly Ordained to… Continue Reading >
  • Four New funds at St. Joseph Center Represent ‘Stability, Sustainability, and Possibility’ for Special Needs Students, Staff (5/27/2026) - Last August, Pope Leo began his Papal Audience address by inviting those gathered to meditate on the word “prepare.” The word “seems simple, but holds a precious secret of Christian life,” he said. In that spirit, the St. Joseph Center for Special Learning just took a big step to prepare to serve future generations of… Continue Reading >
  • Pottsville Catholic HS Class of 1955 Secures Its Scholarship Tradition for Future Nativity Students With Permanent Endowment Fund (5/27/2026) - For more than seven decades, the legacy of the Pottsville Catholic High School Class of 1955 has remained woven into the fabric of Catholic education in Schuylkill County. Now, that legacy is poised to inspire future generations in an even more powerful way. The Pottsville Catholic High School Class of 1955 Scholarship Fund has officially… Continue Reading >
  • Welcome Geoff Geis! (5/26/2026) - Seasoned Operations Professional Joins Catholic Foundation Team Geoff Geis, Operations Manager The Catholic Foundation of Eastern Pennsylvania welcomes Geoff Geis to the newly created position of Operations Manager.  He is responsible for creating and monitoring operational processes designed to improve efficiency and build upon the Foundation’s existing success. In addition, he will collaborate on both… Continue Reading >
  • Record $1.3 Million In Distributions Fuel Catholic Life Across the Diocese (4/22/2026) - The numbers are impressive. But the real story is what they make possible. In April 2026, the Catholic Foundation of Eastern Pennsylvania announced a record $1,326,995 in distributions from endowed funds supporting Catholic parishes, schools, and ministries throughout the Diocese of Allentown. Since 2016, the Foundation has now distributed more than $9.2 million, transforming generosity… Continue Reading >
  • Scholarship Fund Honors Parents, Faith, and the Benefits of a Catholic School Education (4/22/2026) - Back when David Lengel attended St. Joe's Catholic School, and later Reading Central Catholic, the benefits of a Catholic education were the farthest thing from his young mind. But these days, the retired engineer has a much better appreciation for the values — namely, hard work, discipline, and respect for others — that his Catholic education… Continue Reading >