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.

$
10
M+

Distributed by OCF in 2023

74
%

Supported Catholic Schools

26
%

Supported Parishes, Retired Priests
and Other Ministries

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Inspiring Stories

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

St. Thérèse of Lisieux, the “Little Flower” reminds us, simplicity is the key to a life centered on Christ.
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Five Ways to Live Out God’s Call to Simplicity

As St. Thérèse reminds us, simplicity is the key to a life centered on Christ. It’s a lifestyle that allows us to live lighter, shedding the unnecessary to make room for the eternal. Here are five steps to embrace this spiritual simplicity.
In October 2024, Gene and Judy (center) joined the Catholic Professional Mass and Mixer hosted by The Orange Catholic Foundation and Charles Institute.
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High School Sweethearts Use IRA to Fulfill New Year’s Resolution

In 2024, parishioners from Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church felt called to deepen their commitment to philanthropy. With OCF’s guidance, Gene and Judy discovered how their retirement savings could help bring others to Christ while also providing significant tax benefits for their loved ones.
Christ Cathedral
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Christ Cathedral's Completion: Built on Generous Foundations

Witness the completion of Christ Cathedral's inspiring transformation and the dedication of a beautiful new chapel, a testament to faith and generosity.
Church image
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160 Catholic Professionals United in Fellowship

A recent Catholic Professional Mixer in Irvine drew a large crowd of like-minded individuals seeking community and fellowship, featuring inspiring stories of faith and professional success.
Picture of Maureen, Dan and Isabella
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Couple Transforms Retirement Savings into Educational Blessings

Maureen and Dan Habel have found immense joy in using their Individual Retirement Accounts to support students at St. Anne Catholic School in Santa Ana. Discover how this is a tax-advantaged way that you can help your Catholic community.
People at a conference
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Three Questions to Ask Before Making Your Legacy Plan

Discover how to create a Catholic will or trust to save your family money, honor your faith, and leave a lasting legacy.

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