Catholic Community Foundation of Northeast Indiana

06/08/2026

05/26/2026

“A planned gift of any size, added to the gifts of others, becomes part of something much larger than any one of us,”. 🙏

05/24/2026

We remember and pray for all the men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. 🇺🇸 As we honor their sacrifice, we entrust them to the mercy of God and ask the Lord to comfort their families and loved ones. Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon them.

In observance of Memorial Day, our offices are closed Monday, May 25. We look forward to serving you when we return on Tuesday, May 26.

05/21/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us this year for Our Shepherds, Our Future. It was truly inspiring to gather as a community of faith to support our seminarians and celebrate the future of the priesthood in our diocese.

We were moved by the powerful testimonies from our seminarians and clergy, and grateful for the meaningful conversations about how we can all support vocations through the Saint John Paul II Fund for Seminarian Education.

A special thank you to the team at the Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend for their partnership and support in making this evening possible. Your dedication to our seminarians and their formation is a gift to our entire Catholic community.

The evening would also not have been possible without support from our sponsors: Notre Dame Federal Credit Union, Summit Consultants, Inc., Barrett McNagny LLP, Midwest Pipe & Steel, Specialized Printed Products, Center for Extraordinary Success, Edward Jones: Sean P Asiala CFP®, AAMS.

Together, we are building a strong foundation for the future of our Church. If you'd like to learn more about supporting seminarian education through the Saint John Paul II Fund, visit ccfnei.org/osof

📅May 19, 2026
📍The Owl's Nest
📸Today's Catholic

05/10/2026

Today we look to Mary, Mother of God, and Mother of the Church, whose “yes” brought Jesus into the world and whose love continues to nurture the family of faith.

As we entrust all mothers and spiritual mothers to Mary’s gentle care, we also give thanks for their generosity and love, which plant seeds of faith and hope in the hearts they touch.

Mary, Mother of God, pray for all mothers. Happy Mother’s Day! 💐

05/04/2026

We love partnering with your attorneys and advisors to help ensure every detail of your estate plan reflects your charitable intentions. Having a thoughtful, well‑crafted plan is a powerful step toward shaping your future legacy.

Thank you to the University of Saint Francis - Fort Wayne, IN development team for welcoming us and hosting a great conversation on the importance of estate planning—and how charitable gift planning can strengthen your commitment to the causes that matter most.

04/29/2026

We were honored to present the annual Catholic Community Foundation Teachers Award at this year’s You Can Lend a Hand Luncheon series.

Made possible through a generous endowment supporting Catholic education, this award recognizes educators who embody faith, excellence, and a deep commitment to their students and school communities.

Join us in celebrating our 2026 recipients:

⭐️Starr Harless – St. Rose of Lima Catholic School
⭐️Elizabeth Schuler – Saint Bernard Elementary School - Wabash
⭐️Sarah Pellico – Cathedral School of St. Matthew
⭐️Linda Waltz – St. Anthony Church and School

Thank you for the incredible impact you make every day in the lives and hearts of our young people!

Each honoree received a $1,000 personal award, $500 for their classroom, and $500 for their school’s endowment fund held at the Catholic Community Foundation.

Keep reading to learn more about the luncheon series, presented by Quality Dining Inc, and our surprise presentation:

April 7 | Fort Wayne: https://todayscatholic.org/catholic-educators-honored-for-forming-faith-amid-modern-challenges/

April 24 | South Bend: https://todayscatholic.org/catholic-school-educators-honored-in-south-bend/

Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend
Today's Catholic

04/27/2026

Yesterday, the Church celebrated Good Shepherd Sunday and reflected on Christ the Good Shepherd and the gift of priestly vocations. It’s the perfect moment to renew our commitment to the priests who guide us closer to Jesus, the Good Shepherd. In that spirit, we couldn’t help but look back at photos from last year’s Our Shepherds, Our Future event, remembering the stories and inspiration shared by our seminarians.

Registration for this year’s Our Shepherds, Our Future event is now open—we invite you to hear how prayer, mentorship, and support are helping form our future priests: www.ccfnei.org/osof

Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend

04/20/2026

Registration is now open for Our Shepherds, Our Future ✨

Join us for the fourth annual event and spend a meaningful evening with seminarians preparing for the priesthood. In this video, hear from Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades and discover how you can make a lasting impact on their journey.

Learn more and reserve your spot today: www.ccfnei.org/osof

Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend

04/09/2026

Building a lasting legacy starts with a conversation. Our team helps parishes, schools, and Catholic organizations explore charitable gift planning and endowments that make a difference for future generations.

Interested in having us visit your ministry or group? We’d love to come share ideas and help you plant seeds for tomorrow!

Contact us to schedule an upcoming educational session: www.ccfnei.org/contact-us