Letter From the President: Children of Light

Letter From the President: Children of Light

Sitting at the intersection of needs and resources, we at CCF are honored to learn about a wide variety of beautiful ministries and  missions. It is pure joy to facilitate faith-filled philanthropy on behalf of our donors. At the same time, charitable giving is personal, and it is  an extraordinary privilege to be trusted to accompany you on your sacred journey in generosity. Bearing witness to the light of Christ  shining so brightly in the Minnesota Catholic community is such a blessing.

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2024 Assets and Grantmaking Snapshot

2024 Assets and Grantmaking Snapshot

This year, besides providing a snapshot of charitable assets and funds that CCF stewarded as of June 30, 2024, and grants distributed in fiscal year 2024, we provide a look at the growth in donor designated and donor advised funds specifically.

CCF had another strong financial year in fiscal year 2024. With 57 new funds opened, CCF now manages $667 million in assets.

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Let Your Faith Shine Through Giving

Let Your Faith Shine Through Giving

Helping young children choose birthday gifts teaches generosity and the joy of giving. Involving them in charitable donations is the same. It’s a chance to come together to discuss your values, priorities, and how you share your blessings.

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Giving Appreciated Stock 101

Giving Appreciated Stock 101

You’ve likely seen recent reports of record highs in the stock market. We’re officially in a bull market. While many people wait until the end of the year to make philanthropic gifts, now might be an ideal moment to capture record stock prices.

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2024 Year-End Giving Reminders

2024 Year-End Giving Reminders

As we head into the holiday season and you consider your charitable giving for the end of this taxable year, please keep in mind the following dates and details.

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Letter From the President: Is Now and Ever Shall Be

Letter From the President: Is Now and Ever Shall Be

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen.

Through this brief, simple prayer, we glorify the Triune God and acknowledge the timelessness of His glory. Saint Paul calls us to do everything for the glory of God.

At CCF we make it easy to give for the glory of God — now and forever. CCF donors give out of a deep and abiding faith. They see all that they have as a gift from God and feel called to share those blessings to glorify Him.

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