Permanent endowment funds help parishes sustain and strengthen their mission and ministries. An endowment fund can be established to support operations, capital improvements, or a specific ministry.

Permanent endowment funds for Catholic schools help ensure their viability for years to come. Funds designed for endowment purposes can be designated to support scholarship/tuition assistance, teacher salaries, capital improvements or other areas as designated by the donor.

Individual donors may create a named permanent endowment fund within the Foundation designated to a parish, school, Catholic organization or diocesan ministry. Funds can be named in honor or memory of loved ones.

Catholic organizations within the Diocese of Kalamazoo are encouraged to establish their own named funds. With a minimum investment of $5,000, any Catholic agency/organization can establish a permanent endowment that will, in perpetuity, provide important on-going funding. Examples include Knights of Columbus Councils, cemeteries, social justice, etc.