About Us

Catholic Foundation for the Diocese of Tucson

The Catholic Foundation for the Diocese of Tucson is the official fundraising entity for the Diocese, including its parishes, schools, and ministries. The Catholic Foundation is a recognized 501(c)(3) charitable organization, governed by its own Board of Directors. You can click here to view the current Board and staff members.

Our Mission

The mission of the Catholic Foundation is to educate, motivate, and invigorate stewardship within the Diocese of Tucson, to garner resources in a fiscally transparent and responsible manner, and to manage and distribute solicited gift for the immediate and long term needs of the faith community of the Diocese.

Our Core Values

At the Catholic Foundation, we strive to be:

• Mission-driven
• Accountable
• Fiscally and organizationally transparent
• Donor-focused

The Catholic Foundation for the Diocese of Tucson abides by the Association of Fundraising Professionals’ Code of Ethical Standards. You can click here to view the AFP’s Code of Ethical Standards or click here to view the AFP’s Donor Bill of Rights.

How We Serve the Catholic and Local Communities

• Build endowment funds for the long-term sustainability of the local Catholic Church
• Help donors achieve their philanthropic goals
• Invest funds responsibly, according to Catholic values

Financial Statements

2017 Audited Catholic Foundation Financial Statements
2016 Audited Catholic Foundation Financial Statements