CCF Impact Stories

Expressions of Joy, Gratitude and Faith

The stories provided here show how donors have fulfilled lifelong dreams and promises through charitable giving. Their inspiring stories demonstrate the power of faith-based philanthropy to bring comfort to those in need — and joy to those who give.

Keeping Catholic Education Accessible

Keeping Catholic Education Accessible

Hanska Library Connects Community Members to Each Other and the Internet

Hanska Library Connects Community Members to Each Other and the Internet

Rauenhorst Family Recalls the Imagination Behind CCF’s Success

Rauenhorst Family Recalls the Imagination Behind CCF’s Success

John Beuerlein Describes the Impact of Improving Returns

John Beuerlein Describes the Impact of Improving Returns

Norb Conzemius Knows People Make the Difference

Norb Conzemius Knows People Make the Difference

A Legacy of Health and Wellness

A Legacy of Health and Wellness

From Homelessness to Independence

From Homelessness to Independence

One Legacy Lights the Way for Others

One Legacy Lights the Way for Others

Paying It Forward

Paying It Forward

Being a Good Steward

Being a Good Steward

Tradition Inspires Countless Tomorrows

Tradition Inspires Countless Tomorrows

A Lasting Solution Leads to a Lasting Legacy

A Lasting Solution Leads to a Lasting Legacy

Imagining 100 Years From Now

A Family Affair

A Family Affair

Young Women Take Lessons in Evangelization to Front Doors in St. Paul

Young Women Take Lessons in Evangelization to Front Doors in St. Paul

Endowing Faith Along with Dollars

Endowing Faith Along with Dollars

Family Business Leads to Family Giving

Family Business Leads to Family Giving

Investing Time and Treasure

Investing Time and Treasure

Honoring Her Heart Forever

Honoring Her Heart Forever

Kindling Faith at Summer Camp

Kindling Faith at Summer Camp

It Takes a Village to Create Community

It Takes a Village to Create Community

Couple Finds Happiness & Fulfillment in Philanthropy

Couple Finds Happiness & Fulfillment in Philanthropy

Laying the Groundwork for Future Generations

Laying the Groundwork for Future Generations

Engaging The Next Generation

Engaging The Next Generation

Keeping Catholic Education Affordable

Keeping Catholic Education Affordable

Bus Company Proceeds Now Drive Philanthropy

Bus Company Proceeds Now Drive Philanthropy

Looking Back, Paying it Forward

Looking Back, Paying it Forward

Faithfully Remembered: Now and Forever

Faithfully Remembered: Now and Forever

A Legacy of Leadership

A Legacy of Leadership

Four Generations of Inspired Giving

Four Generations of Inspired Giving

Honoring a Beloved Priest and Godfather

Simplified, Centralized and Profoundly Spiritual Giving

Simplified, Centralized and Profoundly Spiritual Giving