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Support the Church in Northeast Ohio and make a difference with your gift.
Catholic Charities Appeal
Angel Scholarship FundFund A DreamFaith & Values Appeal
Priestly FormationHeart of a Shepherd
Women’s Giving CircleNortheast Ohio Catholic MagazineTV MassDiocese of Cleveland ArchivesMigration and Refugee Services
Enrich lives in Northeast Ohio through spiritual, educational, and charitable support.
We help foster faith-based stewardship in the community for the spiritual, educational and charitable needs of all.

Our Impact

Everyone has a story in life. The personal stories shared here show how people's lives have been transformed by the power of giving and receiving. We hope you are inspired to a life of generosity, and that you will share your story as well as these with others.

 

St. Joseph Parish School

On Tuesday, November 30, St. Joseph School in Avon Lake joined 210 Catholic organizations and ministries throughout Northeast Ohio for #weGiveCatholic, Northeast Ohio's online day of Catholic giving. "Each year we are so grateful to our... Read Story St. Joseph Parish School

Young Adult Ministry

You're probably familiar with the St. Catherine of Siena quote: "Be who God meant you to be and you will set the world on fire." A Rooted in Faith - Forward in Hope grant, applied for... Read Story Young Adult Ministry

Ace Partnership

Shrinking enrollment and economic factors that impact area urban Catholic schools are not unique to our diocese. That is why the Office of Catholic Education continues to seek vital partnerships to help local Catholic schools... Read Story Ace Partnership

Father Richard Gonser

2022 is a celebratory year for Fr. Richard Gonser. May 19 marks the 60th anniversary of his ordination. He'll also celebrate his 86th birthday and his tenth year of retirement this summer. Fr. Gonser was the... Read Story Father Richard Gonser

Deacon David Chojnacki

It's harder to let your Christian light shine if you're short on outlets. Fortunately, the Heart of a Shepherd campaign is funding much-needed interior renovations to Borromeo Seminary and Saint Mary Seminary and Graduate School of... Read Story Deacon David Chojnacki

Fr. Tom Johns

“The Catholic Church means a lot to me,” says Fr. Tom Johns. “I was born and raised a Catholic and have been a priest for 43 years. I love the Catholic Church, and I want... Read Story Fr. Tom Johns

We Are Grateful For Your Support

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Kevin

Kevin began as a volunteer at the Cosgrove Center, helping keep the place clean and distributing food and clothing. He worked in maintenance for Cleveland Metropolitan Housing Authority for 23 years before he was shot... Read Story Kevin

Michael

At 13, Michael seems like a typical teenage boy – loves video games, struggles with ADHD, is funny, has tons of energy, and doesn’t like math. But Michael has endured hardships most kids can’t imagine.... Read Story Michael

Create Your Legacy

Demonstrate your gratitude to God for all the gifts with which God has blessed you.

Angel Scholarship Fund

Your participation in the Angel Scholarship Fund strengthens our schools - and our future - in countless ways.

Ways to Give

There are several ways you can support the ministries of the Church in Northeast Ohio and make a profound impact.