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Catholic Community Foundation Spring Grant Cycle Now Open
February 7 , 2017 | The Valley catholic
By Marie Galetto Marketing & Grants program Manager
As the newest member of the Catholic Community Foundation ’ s staff , it has been fascinating to learn about all the programs that we are able to support in our local community . From homeless outreach , to youth ministry programs , to musical training sessions , there are so many different programs that are enriching our parish life and helping those in our community who need it most .
Our 2017 Spring Grant Cycle is now open ! If you have a program that will happen between July 2017 and June 2018 , please apply ! We will accept applications in the following four areas until March 31 :
• Apolonia Andre Fund for Liturgical Music : Music brings so much joy and vibrancy to our Eucharistic celebrations . This fund supports parish liturgical music programs that enrich our worship and bring our communities together in Eucharist . Examples include : Workshops for choirs , musicians , & children ; upgrading / updating music materials . Available funds : $ 3,900 .
• Parish Outreach Endowment : Jesus ’ teachings clearly tell us to help our brothers and sisters in need as if they were Christ in disguise . This fund focuses on programs which serve underserved communities and perform corporal works of mercy – feeding the hungry , clothing the naked , sheltering the homeless , etc . Examples include : rental assistance ; food and medical outreach for the homeless ; homework centers for at-risk youth . Available funds : $ 72,500 .
• Parish Stewardship Endowment : Misconceptions about the word “ stewardship ” abound . When we , and I ’ m sure many of you , think about stewardship , it ’ s about more than a monetary donation every Sunday . This fund supports programs which view stewardship as a way of life that brings us closer to God as individuals and as a community . Examples include : stewardship leadership seminars ; language coaching for ministers ; providing devotional booklets for parishioners . Available funds : $ 60,300 .
• Pastoral Ministry Training & Formation Endowment : Faith Formation is key to the spiritual growth of our youth and young adults , but learning about our Catholic faith doesn ’ t end after high school . This fund supports ministry training and faith formation programs that help people of all ages grow in their faith . Examples include : youth / adult retreats ; youth / adult faith formation ; ministry training programs ; Hispanic leadership programs . Available funds : $ 72,600 .
We encourage parishes , Chancery departments , and other Catholic groups to apply , as appropriate , in these areas . All applications will be submitted online through the Foundation ’ s website : https :// giving . cfoscc . org / applicant-login .
Grant Workshops feature new content this year ! We will focus on the required Mid-Year and Final Reports as well as the application process . There will be three workshops : February 13 , 5:30-6:30 p . m . at Our Lady of Refuge Parish ; March 8 , 5-6 p . m . at Saint Martin , Sunnyvale ; and March 14 , 6-7 p . m . in the Holy Family Parish Youth Hall .
Applications will be accepted until March 31 at 5 p . m . This is not a flexible deadline – we cannot accept any submissions after that date and time .
Visit http :// cfoscc . org / what-we-do / grants for more information or contact me at ( 408 ) 995-5219 x21 , or galetto @ cfoscc . org .
We look forward to learning about all of your amazing programs !
SATURDAY , FEB 25
The Bible Blueprint for the Eucharist
7:30 - 8:30 PM Our Lady of Peace Parish Gym 2800 Mission College Blvd Santa Clara , CA
Special Presentations by Catholic Answers ’ Apologist Karlo Broussard
FREE ADMISSION ALL ARE WELCOME
Join us for coffee & bagels after the 9am Mass
SUNDAY , FEB 26
Defending Right & Wrong in a Relativistic Culture
10:30 - 11:40 AM Sacred Heart Parish School Gym 13716 Saratoga Ave Saratoga , CA
SUNDAY , FEB 26
Living Life to the Fullest : A Compass for Human Happiness
6:15 - 8:00 PM Queen of Apostles 4911 Moorpark Ave San Jose , CA
MONDAY , FEB 27
Science : A Believer ’ s Friend or Foe ?
Reception : 6pm , Event : 6:30-8PM St . William Church 611 S . El Monte Ave Los Altos Hills , CA RSVP : stnicholasandstwilliam . org
For More Information Contact p . delorenzo @ sacredheartsaratoga . org