Planning a meaningful retirement? In the spirit of Catholic stewardship and service, planning a retirement with the Catholic Community Foundation (CCF) is an opportunity to deepen one’s faith and commitment to the community. The CCF embodies the parable of the talents, focusing on service, accountability, and results, all underpinned by faith that precedes policy and practice.
Faith and Stewardship in Retirement
Retirement planning through CCF is not merely a financial strategy but a profound journey of faith, leading to higher stewardship.
Retirees are encouraged to consider their retirement as a continuation of their lifelong commitment to service and Catholic values,contributing to endowments, donor advised funds, and/or agency investment funds for the benefit of entities of the Roman Catholic Church.
Supporting Catholic Ministries
CCF offers structured giving options for donors aiming to bolster Catholic ministries. Contributors can ensure a perpetual impact through endowments, donor-advised funds, or direct gifts. However, while CCF welcomes outright donations, specificity regarding their application is crucial. Donors must designate whether their contribution supports an Agency Fund, contributes to the Foundation’s operational sustenance, or is directed towards other specified endeavors within the Catholic community. This clarity ensures that each gift fulfills its intended purpose, enriching the giver’s sense of accomplishment and purpose during retirement.
Connecting Through Generosity
Since 2006, CCF has been connecting charitable individuals, families, and businesses to nonprofits and student scholars, managing over 160 funds and over $100 million in assets. This connection reflects a community united in generosity and faith, seeking to uplift each other and future generations.
Embracing the Call to Be Light to Our Nation
As part of the Good Shepherd Legacy Society, retirees become witnesses and participants in reaffirming the ministries of faith. This commitment is about fulfilling the Baptismal call to be leaven in the world, salt of the earth, and a light to our nation, thus creating a profound and lasting impact.
FAQs
1. How does CCF integrate Catholic values into retirement planning?
Catholic Community Foundation (CCF) integrates Catholic values into retirement planning by focusing on stewardship, service, and supporting Catholic ministries, ensuring that financial planning aligns with faith and community support. CCF investments are guided by the tenets of our Catholic faith.
2. What giving options are available to support Catholic ministries through CCF?
CCF offers various giving options such as endowments, donor advised funds, and investment agency accounts.
3. In what ways does CCF connect retirees with charitable causes?
CCF connects retirees with charitable causes by managing funds aimed at supporting nonprofits, Catholic ministries, and students, fostering a community of generosity and faith.
4. How can I become a member of the CCF Good Shepherd Legacy Society?
Individuals who set up an agency or donor advised fund are automatically enrolled as members of the foundation’s Good Shepherd Legacy Society. Current or projected testamentary gifts of $25,000 or more to any CCF fund make the donor eligible for membership.
Conclusion
Planning a retirement is more than financial security; it’s an opportunity to continue a life of stewardship, generosity, and faith.
By investing in Catholic ministries and communities, retirees create a lasting legacy aligned with the teachings and values of the Catholic Church. CCF invites all to embrace this call, ensuring a retirement filled with purpose, community, and spiritual fulfillment.
