Faith, Family, and Service
Anyone raised in the Catholic Church would have learned early on that each of us is, “A light of the world.” But few, perhaps, have taken that lesson to heart as much as Ken Boerma. The former altar boy and…
Blessed by Investments in Catholic Education
“I’m the luckiest mom ever,” says Kate Dorsey, mother of two and head of outpatient cardiology services at the University of Michigan Health West campus. Kate sends her sons, Cooper and Harry, to All Saints Academy where they receive tuition…
Jim and Nancy Hunter Broaden Legacy of Catholic Education
When Jim and Nancy Hunter first met as students at West Catholic High School, “It was kind of a chance encounter,” says Jim. Details get a bit murky with time, but both remember a friend introducing one to the other…
The Holy Spirit Guides Stewardship Journey
The Holy Spirit guides Peter and Michelle Baldwin on their stewardship journey “You can never out-give God.” This observation by an impactful priest inspired and challenged Peter and Michelle Baldwin’s philanthropic journey. Peter and Michelle’s stories may be very different,…
Our Community is ‘Inspired by the Spirit’
New this year, the Catholic Foundation developed a theme that informs and guides our work with our donors and the community. Introduced in our Spring Newsletter, our 2023 theme is Inspired by the Spirit, an exploration of the spark provided…
Grateful in Greenville
Ken Lehman is a builder. He built a good life for his family. He built a successful career. And, he also has a reputation as a builder through a special hobby — and it doesn’t take long for Ken to…
Family, Faith, and Generosity
Rev. Ernest J. Bernott May 10, 1922 - May 13, 2020 Legacies tend to have a thing or two in common, such as being carried over from an earlier time or having an enduring nature. Both seem suitable to Father…
Driving FORE a Family Fund
Back in 1989, John Kandra Sr. wanted to begin the tradition of a family golf outing since all six of his children played golf. His hope was to create an annual event that would always bring his children together, even…
Inspiring the Next Generation of Generous Hearts
Patrick and Alissa Mullally believe the adage “to whom much is given, much will be required,” a lesson they learned from their parents as well as scripture (Luke 12:48). As children, Patrick and Alissa witnessed their parents being generous by…
Collaboration for All God’s Children
Made in God’s image and likeness is a common refrain in Pope John Paul II’s Theology of the Body teachings, an inspiring reminder that we are all beloved children of God. To instill this fundamental belief in the hearts and…