Author: Sammie Schofield

Why did you decide to work for the Catholic Community Foundation? The future of the Catholic Church is very important to me.  I am excited to be a part of the process of how we can help people grow deeper in love with Christ, and prepare for the future. Tell us about your background and…

Recently, Saint John Paul II School in Mitchell began a Strategic Planning process. The project is being funded thanks to a distribution from the Muth Family Advised Endowment with the Catholic Community Foundation for Eastern SD.  Dick and Darlene care deeply about Catholic education and St. John Paul II Catholic School, in particular, stating "We…

Nicole Fuhrer, Gift Planning Officer in the Mitchell regional office. She joined our staff in August 2017.  Her family includes her husband Scott, 4 children, 1 daugher in law, 1 grandson and 1 dog. Nicole said she considers what she does more than just a job, it's a ministry.  Helping others experience the joy of giving by sharing…

In serving directed giving by donors to specific Catholic parishes, schools, cemeteries, and other ministries, the CCFESD maintains a strong commitment to Catholic stewardship. This involves both good financial accounting as well as Catholic Responsible Investing, with an annual independent audit. As of July 31, 2022, results are as following: A peer ranking of similar-sized…

Teachers Of Excellence Thanks to a generous donor family, teachers at Bishop O'Gorman Catholic Schools (BOGCS) were once again welcomed back to school with a special presentation recognizing eighteen teachers who were nominated by their peers for teaching excellence. Ten of these educators received a $10,000 personal check for their exemplary work. In addition, all…

In serving directed giving by donors to specific Catholic parishes, schools, cemeteries, and other ministries, the CCFESD maintains a strong commitment to Catholic stewardship. This involves both good financial accounting as well as Catholic Responsible Investing, with an annual independent audit. As of June 30, 2022, results are as following: A peer ranking of similar-sized…