Finding Strength in Faith Through All Seasons of Life
After decades of faith carrying them through life’s many joys and storms, Deacon Jerry and Sue Roersma are giving back in a lasting way, through a legacy gift.
Sharing the Faith Behind Your Legacy
For many parents, creating an estate plan provides peace of mind. But one of the most meaningful parts of the process isn't signing the document; it's sitting down with your adult children to share why you've made the decisions you have.
A New School. A Growing Impact A Lasting Legacy
Just two years after opening its doors, Bishop Baraga Academy is transforming lives throughout Newaygo County, far beyond the walls of its classrooms.
A Shared Commitment to Catholic Education
Every child deserves the opportunity to grow in faith, discover their God-given gifts, and be formed within a Catholic community that nurtures both learning and discipleship. For many families, Catholic education is not simply a preference; it is a calling rooted in faith and hope for their children’s future.
A Beacon of Hope, Opportunity, and Faith
Nestled within the vibrant Hispanic communities of Grand Rapids and Wyoming, this K-8 Catholic school is a place where students are known, loved, and empowered to grow—spiritually, academically, and personally.
Stewarding Blessings Through Faithful Giving
Chris and Kim Cruickshank share how opening a donor advised fund (DAF) with the Catholic Foundation allows them to live out their faith and extend their stewardship.
In Loving Memory of our Founder
Most Reverend Robert J. Rose 1930 - 2022 The Catholic Foundation of West Michigan celebrates the life and mourns the death of its founding bishop, Most Reverend Robert J. Rose, at the age of 92. The Lord called him home…
Acts of Generosity for the New Year
God loves a cheerful giver (2 Cor. 9:7) This time of year, it’s customary to begin making plans for the new year to feel happy and accomplished in the year ahead. Yet, it’s hard to dispute that one of the…
A Note from the Executive Director – June 2021
Dear Friends, If the word “unprecedented” best reflects 2020, the word “pivot” may top the list for 2021. As we conclude the first year of our strategic plan, the Catholic Foundation has made several significant pivots over the past year…
A Note from the Executive Director – February 2021
Dear Friends, Having recently celebrated my 6-month anniversary here at the Catholic Foundation, I cannot tell you how many people have asked me some version of the question, “What does the foundation actually do?” Good question. My most concise answer is that we…