The Foundation’s mission is to support the work of the Church through the parishes, schools, and religious programs throughout Eastern Washington.

Grants

- Grants
Getting Started

For more information about the types of grants we award, please contact Sister Mary Tracy, Executive Director at (509) 358-7334

Catholic Community Outreach Grants
The types of programs we support build up our community, support the common good, encourage evangelization or foster the well being of families. We encourage programs which include multiple parish participation.

Priorities in this category are:

enhance or develop parenting skills

address needs of persons who have lost a spouse

educate couples through retreats/workshops

train lay leaders or ministers

assist those in need

address special needs of single parents

evangelize adults

begin or enhance youth ministry in parishes
Religious Education Grants

Religious education grants are given to programs that serve children and youth, from pre-school through high school, and adult education.
- Preference for the poor
- Preference for projects that serve multiple persons or groups
- Strengthening of religious education and youth programs:
  - Training of catechetical and youth leaders
  - Training of catechists and youth workers
  - Materials or programs that enhance religious education and youth ministry programs
- Parish or multiple parish adult enrichment programs, including lay ministry formation