What We Support

Through endowments, The Catholic Foundation of Manitoba provides grants to organizations that:

Care for the sick, the vulnerable, the underprivileged and families in need, offering support and pastoral care rooted in Catholic values
Strengthen Catholic education and faith formation for all ages
Serve the poor and support mission work

For Donors

If these values inspire you, or if you wish to support a new initiative rooted in our Catholic mission, there are many meaningful ways to give.

Gifts and pledges of all sizes make a difference. Flexible payment plans can be arranged to help you contribute in a way that works for you. This is a meaningful opportunity to support your community and strengthen Catholic values in Manitoba.

Benefits of Giving

When you give to the Catholic Foundation of Manitoba, you can:

Support a cause that reflects your faith and values
Create a lasting memorial in your name or in honour of someone special
Receive recognition for your generosity during your lifetime
Provide your estate with a tax credit on your final income tax return
Reduce estate tax liability and protect your heirs

List of past grant recipients

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How an Endowment Works

An endowment is a permanent fund that supports a cause year after year.

Here’s how it works:

Your donation is invested. The original amount (the capital) stays in the fund forever.
Only the investment income is used to support charities, programs, or organizations you care about.
Because the capital is never touched, the fund continues to grow over time. This means your gift keeps giving every year, creating long‑term, reliable support.

An endowment turns one gift into ongoing help for future generations.

Why It’s Important to Invest in the Future

Investing in the future means making sure the good we do today continues long into the future. When we plan ahead, we give the next generations the tools, resources, and support they will need to thrive.

Here’s why it matters:

It creates stability. Long‑term investments provide steady, reliable support for important programs and charities.
It strengthens the community. Long‑term support helps Catholic ministries, schools, and charities continue their work of compassion, education, and service.
It protects what we value. By planning for tomorrow, we ensure that our faith, our community, and our shared values continue to grow.
It multiplies impact. A single gift can support people year after year when it’s invested wisely.
It builds a legacy of faith. Supporting future generations ensures that Catholic values remain alive and active in Manitoba.

Investing in the future keeps our community strong, our values alive, and our impact lasting.

How to Donate

1. Make an Online Donation

Give securely through our website. You can choose to support our general fund, an existing designated fund or create a new one.

2. Mail a Cheque

Donations can be mailed directly to the Catholic Foundation of Manitoba.

3. Leave a Legacy Gift

Consider including the Foundation in your will or estate plan. A legacy gift ensures your faith and values continue to support others.

4. Give in Memory

Make a donation to remember someone special.

Every gift—large or small—helps Catholic ministries, charities, and community programs continue their work across Manitoba long into the future.