Diocese of Saskatoon Catholic Foundation Inc.

The Diocese of Saskatoon Catholic Foundation Inc. is a Canadian nonprofit organization registered with the Canada Revenue Agency under the business number 836037127RR0001. It operates as a Foundations Advancing Religions Charity, focusing on supporting the Catholic faith and its values within the Saskatoon diocese.

Mission and Activities

Rooted in Christ, the foundation's mission is to inspire charitable giving and assist donors in providing for the long-term needs of Catholic parishes, ministries, and related non-profit organizations. This involves developing and strengthening stewardship initiatives through education, communications, volunteer recruitment, training, and revenue development strategies. The foundation aims to foster discipleship, support faith formation for children and adults, and contribute to community projects focused on healing and reconciliation.

Programs and Support

The foundation supports various programs and projects, including:

• Bishop’s Annual Appeal: This campaign funds ministries and programs that help build up the church and support community outreach efforts.
• Residential School Survivors Support: Initiatives include projects for healing and reconciliation, education, and cultural support for survivors and their communities.
• Legacy Gifts: These support continued excellence in ministries and programs created by the Catholic Pastoral Centre and local parishes.

Charitable Impact

By providing financial resources for current and future needs, the foundation helps engage the community in their faith journey. It encourages good stewardship practices, which strengthen the diocesan community as a whole. The foundation's efforts contribute to enhancing faith-based initiatives, promoting unity, and supporting the diverse needs of the Saskatoon Catholic community.