Creating Catholic Educational Opportunities
The Calgary Catholic Education Foundation is a Canadian registered charity that provides enhanced learning opportunities through classroom and school grants. In partnership with our supporters and funders, The CCEF ensures that students will benefit from these gifts in publicly funded Catholic education for generations to come.
The Foundation was established by Catholic community members in 2009 in response to the need for external fundraising that fits within the values of our Catholic faith. We received support from Bishop (Emeritus) Frederick Henry to make an annual appeal in November on Catholic Education Sunday that continues to this day. Since 2009. The CCEF has awarded over $3.6 million in grants to the Calgary Catholic School District schools and classrooms.
There is no better gift we can leave behind than the gift of education.
Together with our community, the Foundation supports opportunities to develop our students into tomorrow’s leaders.
The Foundation is focused on enriching the educational experience of students within the Calgary Catholic School District.
- Education is everyone’s business and everyone’s responsibility
- We can empower students through quality educational opportunities
- All students should be connected to safe, caring and engaging learning environments
- In working together, with hope, towards ideals, dreams can be achieved
- Our faith is at the heart of understanding who we are and our place in the world
Board & Staff
The Calgary Catholic Education Foundation (CCEF) is guided by a dedicated team of board members and staff who are passionate about supporting Catholic education in our community. Our board members bring diverse expertise and a shared commitment to the mission of enhancing educational experiences for students. Working alongside them, our staff is focused on ensuring the Foundation’s programs and initiatives are impactful, transparent, and aligned with the values of Catholic education. Together, we work to create opportunities for students, schools, and communities to thrive in faith, learning, and service.
Historical Milestones
The Calgary Catholic Education Foundation (CCEF) has played a pivotal role in enhancing educational experiences within the Calgary Catholic School District. Below is a timeline highlighting key milestones in the Foundation’s history:
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- 2009: Established by Catholic community members, including the late Lois Burke-Gaffney and Ted Valentine, in response to the need for external fundraising aligned with Catholic faith values.
- 2009: Received support from Bishop (Emeritus) Frederick Henry to initiate an annual appeal on Catholic Education Sunday, a tradition that continues to this day.
- 2009–Present: Awarded over $3.6 million in grants to Calgary Catholic School District schools and classrooms, supporting initiatives in social justice, leadership development, leading-edge learning opportunities, and more.
- 2022: Launched an annual raffle in support of CCSD schools and raised over $600,000
- 2024: Continued commitment to supporting 118 schools and over 64,000 students in the Calgary Catholic School District, focusing on enriching educational experiences through various funding priorities.
These milestones reflect the CCEF’s dedication to fostering enriched learning environments and supporting the holistic development of students within the Calgary Catholic School District.