How Your Donations Support Catholic Life in Orange County

Your generosity fuels the mission of The Orange Catholic Foundation and helps lead more souls to heaven! With your guidance and philanthropic intent, gifts directly bless Catholic schools, parish life, retired priests and other Catholic ministries in the Diocese of Orange.

$
8
M+

Distributed by OCF in Fiscal Year 2024

43
%

Supported Catholic Schools

57
%

Supported Parishes, Retired Priests
and Other Ministries

News

Inspiring Stories

Your generous actions through The Orange Catholic Foundation have a visible impact across our Catholic community.

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WWII Veteran's Lifelong Motto Fuels Family's Legacy of Generosity

World War II hero Jack Croul and his family are being recognized for their incredible generosity! The Croul Family Foundation has partnered with the Orange Catholic Foundation (OCF) to donate over $1 million in Catholic school tuition assistance. Inspired by Jack's faith and commitment to helping others, his children and grandchildren are actively involved in carrying on the family's philanthropic legacy.
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Catholic Convert & Mom Helps Families Experience God's Love Through Estate Plans

Laura Meier, a trust attorney who converted to Catholicism, partners with the Orange Catholic Foundation (OCF) to help families integrate their faith into their estate plans. Discover how she ensures families' wishes and Catholic values are upheld, the benefits of a well-crafted trust, and free resources to get started. Plus, learn how charitable giving can make a lasting impact.
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Catholic Schools Sister Parish Initiative to Unite Hearts and Build Futures

A new program is connecting Catholic schools with parishes across Orange County! The "Catholic Schools Sister Parish Initiative" allows students to share their talents and faith with parishioners, while raising money for tuition assistance.
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Christmas Blessings

Celebrate the arrival of Jesus! This Christmas message explores the wonder of the Nativity scene and the profound impact Jesus' birth has on humanity. Discover how the Holy Family teaches us about love, humility, and the true meaning of Christmas.
St. Anne Catholic School students with John Heffernan
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The Spirit of Giving: Family Traditions that Make a Difference

As a young boy, Heffernan attended St. Anne Catholic School in Santa Ana. Now, he is giving back to the same place where his Catholic education started.
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The Orange Catholic Foundation Has Distributed Over $3 Million in Aid

As a foundation for Catholics, the Orange Catholic Foundation is always focused on our mission, to Raise, Manage, Grow, and Grant funds to support our Catholic community following donor intent.

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