To empower individuals and organizations to generate the most impact from their charitable giving and with their charitable assets.
Incorporated in 2014, the Catholic Community Foundation of Los Angeles, (CCF-LA) opened its doors for business on March 2, 2015, based on a shared dream by various Catholic stakeholders to help build and strengthen the Catholic community of Los Angeles, by providing individuals and organizations with an opportunity to invest in the long-term achievements and mission of the Church, as well as the many charitable institutions that are closely aligned with our mission. As a tax-exempt public charity, we support philanthropy and are dedicated to improving the quality of life of the communities we serve.
Our mission embraces our values through a community of faith and love in oneness with the Catholic Church throughout the world. The values include upholding the dignity of life for all, working to eliminate poverty, and helping to remove the barriers that divide people in large, complex, and multicultural societies such as Southern California. This mission is carried out through the sustainability of parishes, schools, sacramental life, and vocations for all religious, plus community outreach and service to other organizations that are closely aligned to these goals.
Recognizing that one size does not fit all, the Catholic Community Foundation of Los Angeles is committed to providing an array of charitable funds that meet the philanthropic goals of our clients. We can create customized fund solutions, and we work with all clients to understand their goals and financial situations so that we can recommend solutions to fit their needs.
As a Catholic community foundation, we operate in both a regulated, transparent financial industry and a faith-based environment. We are committed to serving individuals, families, and organizations with the highest level of service, performance, and social responsibility.
In July, CCF-LA permanent staff and five summer interns were treated to a tour of the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels conducted uniquely by Br. Hilarion O’Connor, OSF. Br. Hilarion has an historical perspective since he was with Cardinal Mahony and his advisors, the architect, builders and fundraisers before, during and after the construction that began in 1999 and was completed in spring of 2002. Built to last for at least 500 or more years, the Cathedral enjoys a capacity can exceed 3,000 and includes a mausoleum and many areas devoted for prayer and sacred arts.
Our team had the privilege of presenting seven scholarships funded by CCF-LA to Notre Dame Academy. These young ladies were very grateful, along with quite a few parents who approached us after the ceremony to show their appreciation for the Catholic Community Foundation of Los Angeles. It’s times like these
In Memory of T. Matthew Hansen CCF-LA sponsored the annual Champions for Youth Gala for Catholic Big Brothers Big Sisters. We vividly remember Matthew Hansen last year as their Chairman at the podium speaking about how important youth mentoring is for so many kids who are less fortunate. This year, Matthew’s
On June 11, 2024, CCF-LA had presented six scholarships from the Edmund H. Shea Jr. Scholarship Fund to St. Andrew Catholic School. Principal, Mr. Jae Kim and the staff were all so welcoming. The ceremony was a success, and the CCF-LA team was honored to participate. St. Andrew Catholic School
Scholarship awards were made at Holy Family Catholic School in Glendale on June 13. Kathy was there with the Hansen family, including children Sofia and Conor (pictured here with the Pre-K and Kinder students that received the scholarship certificates), to make the first scholarships from the T. Matthew Hansen Memorial
On May 17th, CCF-LA attended the Baccalaureate Mass for our intern, Cesar Sepulveda, at St. Lawrence Martyer Church. Archbishop José Gomez was there to celebrate three graduating students. Well done to these three outstanding young men in formation to attend St. John Seminary this fall.
Click the years below to read all of our current and past newsletters!
December 2022: What a Difference December can Make!
November 2022: John F. Shea Memorial Fund for Catholic Education
October 2022: the October Newsletter is Here!
September 2022: Catholic Schools go the ‘Extra’ Mile
August 2022: Great Schools Start with Great Teachers
July 2022: Summertime and the living is fun!
June 2022: There Are Two Dates for Father’s Day this June
May 2022: It’s time to celebrate the women in our lives!
April 2022: A Vocation is More Than a Job!
March 2022: Charitable Giving For A Better World
December 2021: The Gift of Giving
November 2021: The Act of Gratitude
October 2021: More bang for your charitable buck!
September 2021: Family Giving Is a Family Legacy
August 2021: Supporting Our Future Through Catholic Schools
July 2021: Philanthropy as a way of living
June 2021: The Summer of Strategic Thinking
May 2021: Honoring the Mother of Our Church
April 2021: Integrity and Accountability Mean Everything
March 2021: Good Governance Matters!
December 2020: Meeting the Challenge
November 2020: The Joy of a DAF
October 2020: What Can Be Achieved in Just Five Short Years
September 2020: Faith and Hope in Times of Trouble
August 2020: The Joy of Vocations
August 2020: The Gift That Lasts a Lifetime
July 2020: The Spirit of Philanthropy Is Alive
June 2020: Renewing Our Commitment to Heal
June 2020: Celebrating Dads and Grads
May 2020: Compassion in the Time of COVID-19
May 2020: Supporting Our Parishes
April 2020: CARES for Charitable Giving
April 2020: An Update from CCF-LA
March 2020: Update from Your Catholic Community
March 2020: Faith in a Time of Coronavirus
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