Imagine what that could mean for your school: increased financial aid, enhanced academic and extracurricular programs, competitive teacher salaries, and long-term facility improvements- all without asking families to pay more. That’s the power of a strong endowment.

An endowment is a school’s financial foundation for the future. It is made up of invested funds—often from generous donors—where the principal remains intact and only a portion of the earnings is used each year. When managed wisely, a $10 million endowment can generate $500,000 annually (assuming a 5% draw), providing sustainable, predictable income that supports the school’s mission year after year.

Unlike tuition, which can fluctuate with enrollment, or annual fundraising, which can be impacted by the economy, endowment income is steady. It allows our schools to plan with confidence, dream bigger, and remain affordable and accessible to more families—especially those who need us most.

Most importantly, a robust endowment is a sign of a school’s long-term vitality. It means that donors believe in the mission not just for today, but for generations to come. It’s a statement of faith in the future—an investment in the hearts, minds, and souls of students we may never meet, but who will benefit from our foresight and generosity.

And here's the truth: The time to start is now. Whether your school has no Endowment or millions already invested, the call to build a stronger future begins today. Start where you are. Name your first fund. Share your vision with donors. Plant the seed.

Every dollar given to endowment is a vote for permanence, for purpose, and for our Catholic identity. It’s how we protect our mission from financial uncertainty and ensure that Catholic education continues to thrive—faithful, excellent, and accessible—for years to come.

Let’s invest in more than just today. Let’s build something that lasts.