Establish a New Endowment

Endowments at The Catholic Foundation of Oklahoma

An endowment is a meaningful way to honor a loved one or a saint or to provide enduring support for a parish, school or Catholic ministry within the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City. With a $50,000 minimum contribution, the fund will grow over time, providing continuous financial assistance to a cause you deeply care about. 

• $50,000 minimum initial gift.

• Flexibility to specify a charitable focus. 

• Additional gifts can be made at any time, in any amount. 

• A portion of the earnings are distributed according to the spending policy established by the Catholic Foundation of Oklahoma Board of Directors. 

• The fund must be invested for a full fiscal year before an initial distribution is made. 

• The fund balance must be greater than the initial contribution for distributions to occur. 

• If the entity you have chosen to support undergoes changes or ceases to operate, the Catholic Foundation will reallocate the fund to a similar cause, ensuring that your charitable intent is preserved and continues to make a difference for future generations. 

Choose From:

• Designated Endowment Fund: 
  Focus your giving on a specific organization, such as a school or parish.
  Examples: Archdiocese of Oklahoma City schools, parishes, food pantries, etc. 

• Field of Interest Endowment Fund: 
  Address broader needs like youth ministry or education. 
  Examples: Youth ministry, adult ministry, catechesis, education, pastoral music, etc. 

For more information about endowments at The Catholic Foundation of Oklahoma, please contact Mary Smith at msmith@cfook.org or 405-709-2706.