Catholic Fundraising Capacity Building Program

Built to Last

Empowering Catholic Organizations to Build Wisely and Last Faithfully

‍"Everyone who listens to these words of mine and acts on them will be like a wise man who built his house on rock."
— Matthew 7:24

A New Chapter in Catholic Fundraising Support

For more than a decade, The Catholic Foundation of Greater Philadelphia (CFGP) has provided expert development consulting services to Catholic ministries and organizations across the region, raising hundreds of millions of dollars to support their work. As we look to the future, we are embracing a new model—one that equips our partners with the knowledge, tools, and confidence to sustain their own fundraising success.

Inspired by the wisdom of Matthew 7:24,we believe that organizations built on a solid foundation of best practices and mission alignment can withstand any storm. Our innovative approach emphasizes teaching over dependence, ensuring that Catholic institutions are not only supported but strengthened.

What We Offer

Under this renewed vision, CFGP offers a limited number of short-term, high-impact consulting engagements each year designed to build internal capacity and long-term resilience.

Each engagement is customized and rooted in Catholic values, meeting organizations where they are and helping them grow from there. Our consulting services focus on:

Annual Fund Development

Guidance on creating or enhancing a sustainable annual giving program tailored to your audience and mission.

Development Strategy & Infrastructure

Building the internal systems, structures, and staffing strategies that support long-term fundraising success.

Case Development & Mission Messaging

Crafting compelling, mission-centered narratives that inspire giving and strengthen donor relationships.

Board & Leadership Engagement

Training and support to activate lay and clergy leaders as ambassadors and fundraisers.

Donor Engagement & Stewardship Best Practices

Implementing meaningful donor cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship strategies that honor Catholic values.

Fundraising Readiness Assessments

Honest, strategic assessments that identify current capacity and clear next steps.

Finance & Governance Review

Evaluating organizational finances, reporting structures, and board governance to ensure alignment with best practices, transparency, and donor confidence.

A Focus on Partnership and Formation

This is not traditional consulting. It is partnership with purpose—walking alongside your organization to form faithful fundraisers who are prepared to carry your mission forward.

We work with parishes, schools, ministries, and other Catholic nonprofits ready to build wisely and last faithfully. Our role is to help you lay the foundation, equip your team, and position you for lasting impact.

Let's Build Together

If your organization is ready to grow its fundraising capacity and operate with greater confidence and independence, we invite you to explore what a partnership with CFGP could mean for your future.

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