As a separate legal entity from the Diocese of El Paso, the Catholic Foundation is not affected by the recent reorganization of the Roman Catholic Diocese of El Paso. We remain committed to our core purpose of raising funds necessary to sustain the parishes, schools, ministries, and charities that continue the teachings of Jesus Christ in our Diocese. All monies raised through the Catholic Foundation are only used for the parishes, programs, services, and ministries for which they are designated. No gifts are used to satisfy legal fees or settlement costs associated with the Roman Catholic Diocese of El Paso’s reorganization.

Now more than ever, we are counting on the community to help us fulfill that mission. Our hearts and prayers remain with the victims and their families.

Just 1 week left to make your year-end gift!
Just 1 week left to make your year-end gift!

Now more than ever, we are called upon to make a difference.

Special $300 tax deduction helps most people give to charity this year—even if you don’t itemize. Following special tax law changes made earlier this year, cash donations of up to $300 made before December 31, 2020, are now deductible when you file your taxes in 2021. You might think that this is a small amount and would not make a difference. But what if all of our donors gave “just” $300? Such support would have a huge impact on those we serve.

Our mission is to provide continual resources for the Diocese of El Paso for years to come. This important work happens because of you! In 2001, the Foundation was established with seed money from donors united an faith. It was built one dollar at at time. Today, the Catholic Foundation is a philanthropic leader that helps improve the lives of thousands of people. The Catholic Legacy Fund reached $19.1 million on its way to our short-term goal of $25 million. It’s not magic. It’s you!

You can contribute with a credit card on the Foundation’s website or mail a check to Foundation for the Diocese of El Paso, 499 St. Matthews Street, Building G, El Paso, Texas 79907, Attn: Fund Name. For more information and to discuss other ways to give, please contact Major Gifts Officer Sofía Larkin at slarkin@elpasodiocese.org or directly at 915-433-2003.