Catholic Community Foundation fosters faith-based stewardship in the community for the spiritual, educational and charitable needs of all.
Encouraging faithful philanthropy
Dedicated to enriching the lives of others by encouraging faithful philanthropy, the Foundation supports the mission of the Diocese of Cleveland to provide for the spiritual, educational and charitable needs of people throughout Northeast Ohio.
Grantseeking guidance
The Catholic Community Foundation manages a number of grants and makes them available to Diocesan agencies, schools, parishes and programs and other faith-based or nonprofit organizations located within the Diocese of Cleveland.
Making a gift that will make a difference
There are several meaningful ways you can support the ministries of the Church in Northeast Ohio and help make a profound impact. Learn which giving opportunities are right for you and your financial situation. Every gift will make a difference!
“To live charitably means not looking out for our own interests, but carrying the burdens of the weakest and poorest among us.” —Pope Francis
At Catholic Charities we work to continue the mission of Jesus Christ by responding to critical needs within our local communities. Summit County’s Partners in Giving campaign hopes to answer those needs. This year we’ve set a goal of $75,000, which will help fund three of our local services: Behavioral Health & Recovery, Camp Christopher and Basic Needs.
Behavioral Health & Recovery
Meet Tom, a Catholic Charities employee, who shares his journey from addiction to recovery coach.
Every person, no matter their social standing, has been created in the image and likeness of God and is worthy of respect. This value guides our staff at St. John the Baptist Recovery Outreach Center as they help clients from local communities begin their pathway into recovery.
“Catholic Charities gave me back my hope in humanity. It taught me that there are people who genuinely care. That it isn't about the dollar. That we, as human beings, matter.” —Trish, a recovery coach at St. John the Baptist Recovery Outreach Center.
Recovery Services provide a unique, self-directed approach to substance use treatment with the guidance of peer recovery coaches.
“At camp you get out of your comfort zone, and you experience new things with people you don't know. You make long-lasting friends.” —Cody, a first-year counselor who attended Camp Christopher every summer for 10 years.
Camp Christopher is a safe place for kids to experience intentional spiritual development while growing in nature, community and spirit.
“This is a good, safe environment and it's a good place for the people to come to hang out, other than just eat.” —Robert, a client at Visitation of Mary’s Hot Meals program.
With your help, we keep the lights and heat on for families in their homes and provide hot meals, groceries and other household items.
