For the 2018-19 fiscal year, eligible Catholic entities within the Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown include diocesan ministries, parishes, elementary schools, high schools and service organizations.  These matching grants are intended to support initiatives focused on (1) leadership training for clergy and lay leaders, (2) evangelization, (3) worship, (4) youth ministry, (5) faith formation, (6) security and […]

A representative from the Independent Catholic Foundation, Altoona, will hold a brief information session in the parish hall for anyone interested in learning how to leave a bequest in your will to the parish and/or school. The Foundation’s socially-responsible investment practices – used to manage the parish's and the school's permanent endowments – will also […]

Michael Kumer's interactive training session will focus on new and exciting trends found in peak-performing nonprofit organizations, including: board member recruitment, orientation and fundraising roles; board service agreements and expectations; board chair and CEO relationships, and much more.  The Independent Catholic Foundation is pleased to sponsor this event.

We are pleased to sponsor the Matthew 25 Youth Humanitarian Awards that Catholic Charities will award at the dinner. Please consider attending to help Catholic Charities which is committed to serving the people of central Pennsylvania without regard for race, ethnic origin, religious belief, or financial means.

Applications for the 2019-20 academic year have been sent to Blair County Parishes. This year, the Foundation intends to award three $500 scholarships to college students who (1) are enrolled full-time in an accredited institution of higher education, (2) will be entering their junior or senior (third or fourth) year with (3) demonstrated financial need, […]