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.

The Catholic Foundation Welcomes New Family Fund for St. Raphael School
The Catholic Foundation Welcomes New Family Fund for St. Raphael School

High school sweethearts Marc and Michelle Zayas established a scholarship fund for St. Raphael School to provide annual distributions for scholarships in honor of their children, St. Raphael students and graduates, and to leave a legacy for their beloved parish and school community.

The couple actively participates in parish and Catholic Foundation events, always giving of their time, talent and treasure.

Marc, a Chick-fil-A operator, believes strongly in supporting education initiatives. Since 1970, Chick-fil-A, Inc. has awarded more than $136 million in scholarships to more than 80,000 restaurant team members.

Michelle volunteers at St. Raphael Parish and School, and serves on the Catholic Foundation Board of Directors.

You can contribute to the Marc and Michelle Zayas Scholarship Fund for St. Raphael School in any amount or create a Named Fund with a gift of $10,000 or more. There is no minimum requirement to contribute to an existing endowed fund. Gifts of any size are welcome, and are essential to the St. Raphael School mission.

Donors establishing a Named Fund with the Catholic Foundation become members of the Bishop’s Legacy Circle. Please contact us online or call the Catholic Foundation at (915) 872-8412 for assistance in making the gift that is right for you.