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The Orange Catholic Foundation serves the Roman Catholic community of Orange County through philanthropy and stewarding funds to protect and support ministries which further our beliefs and values in loving service to God.
High School Sweethearts Use IRA to Fulfill New Year’s Resolution
In 2024, parishioners from Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church felt called to deepen their commitment to philanthropy. With OCF’s guidance, Gene and Judy discovered how their retirement savings could help bring others to Christ while also providing significant tax benefits for their loved ones.
160 Catholic Professionals United in Fellowship
A recent Catholic Professional Mixer in Irvine drew a large crowd of like-minded individuals seeking community and fellowship, featuring inspiring stories of faith and professional success.
Couple Transforms Retirement Savings into Educational Blessings
Maureen and Dan Habel have found immense joy in using their Individual Retirement Accounts to support students at St. Anne Catholic School in Santa Ana. Discover how this is a tax-advantaged way that you can help your Catholic community.
$440K Stock Donation Helps Push Church Project Forward
St. Thomas More Catholic Church in Irvine is nearing its goal of building a permanent church thanks to generous parishioners, with one anonymous donor making a big impact through a stock donation. Learn more about how you can maximize your impact and tax benefits by contributing to the church's building fund.
Diocese of Orange Catholic Schools Make the Grade
OC Catholic TV sat down with Superintendent of Schools Greg Dhuyvetter to learn more about all aspects of the Catholic school system.
Sister Parishes Help Send 153 Students to Catholic School
The generosity of parishioners from 10 Catholic Churches helped over 150 students receive a Catholic education through the Sister Parish Initiative. This heartwarming story shows the impact on both the students and the donors, creating a special bond between these communities. Read more to see how you can contribute to this meaningful program.
Hellos from Heaven Spur Servite Senior to Make Faith Cool
The Greenlee family, devastated by the loss of two children, finds solace in their Catholic faith. Luke, inspired by his experiences, hopes to share his story and help others find faith.
Catholic Convert & Mom Helps Families Experience God's Love Through Estate Plans
Laura Meier, a trust attorney who converted to Catholicism, partners with the Orange Catholic Foundation (OCF) to help families integrate their faith into their estate plans. Discover how she ensures families' wishes and Catholic values are upheld, the benefits of a well-crafted trust, and free resources to get started. Plus, learn how charitable giving can make a lasting impact.
WWII Veteran's Lifelong Motto Fuels Family's Legacy of Generosity
World War II hero Jack Croul and his family are being recognized for their incredible generosity! The Croul Family Foundation has partnered with the Orange Catholic Foundation (OCF) to donate over $1 million in Catholic school tuition assistance. Inspired by Jack's faith and commitment to helping others, his children and grandchildren are actively involved in carrying on the family's philanthropic legacy.
Catholic Schools Sister Parish Initiative to Unite Hearts and Build Futures
A new program is connecting Catholic schools with parishes across Orange County! The "Catholic Schools Sister Parish Initiative" allows students to share their talents and faith with parishioners, while raising money for tuition assistance.
Christmas Blessings
Celebrate the arrival of Jesus! This Christmas message explores the wonder of the Nativity scene and the profound impact Jesus' birth has on humanity. Discover how the Holy Family teaches us about love, humility, and the true meaning of Christmas.
Business & Ethics Persevere in a Pandemic
Influential business leaders gather at the Orange Catholic Foundation's Conference on Business & Ethics to discuss faith-based best practices. This event raises money to directly help students like Marvelle Figueroa, who thanks the foundation for making "God a part of my life on a daily basis." Read more about how the Orange Catholic Foundation is making a difference.
The Orange Catholic Foundation Has Distributed Over $3 Million in Aid
As a foundation for Catholics, the Orange Catholic Foundation is always focused on our mission, to Raise, Manage, Grow, and Grant funds to support our Catholic community following donor intent.