The Catholic Foundation is a 501 (c)(3) public charity that receives contributions from donors engaged in charitable gift and estate planning. As a community foundation, we offer considerable flexibility and significant tax advantages to most donors. We are equipped to handle gifts of virtually any financial source and complexity. Whether considering current giving or planned giving options, donors can rely on The Foundation to facilitate all aspects of their fund, and trust in our qualified staff to ensure their philanthropic goals are met. Led by a professional staff and a respected Board of Trustees, the Foundation is a good steward of the funds that donors invest. The Catholic Foundation is the primary philanthropic resource in the Diocese of Dallas. We have established an unparalleled reputation for integrity, stewardship, and effective grant-making. We welcome donors of all faiths and can make grants to all legally-defined charities whose work is consistent with Catholic values. Established in 1955, The Catholic Foundation was founded by a group of dedicated Catholic laymen. More than $126 million from the unrestricted endowment and donor-established funds has been provided to meet the needs within the Diocese of Dallas and the community, through grants to various religious, educational and charitable organizations. Today, operating as a community foundation, The Catholic Foundation is home to more than 500 different funds and manages about $300 million in assets.