by Chris Ringkamp | Jul 2, 2026 | News
ALTOONA, PA – The Independent Catholic Foundation is pleased to announce twenty-nine Impact Grants to be awarded during the 2026-27 grant cycle for a variety of faith-based initiatives. Grants continue to be generated by a $955,000 unrestricted bequest that the...
by Chris Ringkamp | Apr 15, 2026 | News
April 15 marks the annual deadline for Americans to file their income tax returns. One could say it represents “give to Caesar what belongs to Caesar,” whether you are in the 10%, 24%, 37% tax bracket or somewhere in between. This seems like an opportunity...
by Chris Ringkamp | Mar 30, 2026 | News
Grateful to be named by PA Business Central as a Top 100 Organization! Established in 1990 as a self-governing, lay-led public charity, the Independent Catholic Foundation provides long-term financial support to Catholic causes throughout the US with emphasis on those...
by Chris Ringkamp | Mar 25, 2026 | News
Parishes and K-12 Catholic schools throughout the Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown are encouraged to apply for a matching IMPACT Grant for the July 2026 – June 2027 fiscal year. Our grants may cover up to 50% of student retreats, parish missions, adult catechesis,...
by Chris Ringkamp | Feb 18, 2026 | News
Strategic Purchase Ends 35 Years of Leasing, Reinforces Commitment to Catholic Causes ALTOONA, PA – The Independent Catholic Foundation proudly announces the acquisition of the former Catholic Charities property at 1300 Twelfth Avenue in Altoona next to the Cathedral...
