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2026 Advisor Networking Event Highlight
The annual Advisor Networking Event last Thursday evening brought together a vibrant mix of local professionals, creating an atmosphere where authentic connections came easily. The gathering welcomed advisors from estate planning, individual tax, wealth management, insurance, banking, philanthropy, and related fields.
Throughout the evening, new connections formed naturally as attendees exchanged ideas, shared experiences, and explored opportunities to support one another’s work. A brief presentation underscored the Foundation’s commitment to partnering with the advisory community and enabling clients to create impact in their communities.
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Remembering Lon Normandin
By Mary Quilici Aumack
I have been blessed in my time as CEO of the Foundation and as a volunteer for local organizations to get to know many generous, faith-filled individuals who work to advance ministry and improve community. No one stands out to the extent of Lon Normandin.
Lon and Peg set the example of Catholic Philanthropy, although they never would have used those words. They developed a culture of giving in their family, with a focus on Catholic education and Catholic outreach. So many local Catholic schools have felt the loving touch of this family!
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2025 Capstone Advisor Session: Advising the Whole Family
On October 29, 2025, we held our signature Capstone Advisor Session. Advisors from around the Bay Area gathered to network, and to gain knowledge and tips on helping their clients advance effective philanthropy.
Our goal every year with this event is to add value to the work of attorneys, wealth managers, CPAs, insurance specialists and philanthropy advisors as they work with families on developing and executing philanthropic strategies.
The topic this year was: Advising the Whole Family, Rethinking Philanthropic Governance
We were pleased to have Matthew Wesley as our speaker. Matt’s firm, Ascend Family Advisory, works with families to build strategies and frameworks to last for generations. A key part of this is recognizing family “types,” and tailoring planning and construction around that. It was a fascinating presentation, followed by an engaging Q&A with Mary Quilici Aumack, our CEO Emerita.
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Campus Ministry on the Rise
By Mary Quilici Aumack
One of the most formative steps in my faith journey was my time at Gonzaga University. Through worship, prayer, discussion and debate, I learned and thrived in a community of faith. Catholic universities have “built in” campus ministry. For public universities, it takes the commitment of a community.
This is what’s happening at San Jose State University. This robust ministry started with the 2022-2023 school year. Since then, the number of participants and activities has multiplied! For example, at the 2022 Welcome Mass there were 25 attendees. In 2025 there were 80. Average Sunday Mass attendance has grown from 25 to 80. In the 2024-2025 academic year, 95 students signed up for bible study, and 70 stayed the entire year.
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Living the Faith Grant Results 2025
One of the key objectives of the Catholic Community Foundation is to support the Pastoral Plan of the Diocese of San José. In 2025 we refreshed our annual open application granting process – the Living the Faith Grant Cycle – to align closely with the pillars of the Pastoral Plan —making it simpler for parishes to apply and ensuring that grants directly fuel the work they are already doing.
Parishes across the Diocese applied for inspiring programs in need of additional support, especially those that foster collaboration and community. Their requests centered on five key pillars:
- Family Ministry: tools, guidance, and resources to help families thrive spiritually and emotionally
- Formation: invigorate the formation of missionary disciples
- Music: reverent and joyful worship experiences
- Worship: fostering a welcoming worship environment and increasing appreciation for the Mass
- Youth and Young Adult Ministry: walk with young people as they develop their relationship with Jesus Christ
The response was remarkable. In total, 45 parishes received grants, along with chancery departments that oversee programs benefiting the entire Diocese. We awarded $327,200 to bring these initiatives to life.
Behind the numbers are stories of families growing in faith, young adults finding community, and parishes lifting their voices in worship. Here are just a few of the compelling grant recipients:
- Working together for beautiful celebrations of the Holy Eucharist, Feast of Our Lady of La Vang, the Vietnamese Martyrs, The Divine Mercy and the Lunar New Year.
- Parishes Partnering: Our Lady of Lavang, St. Maria Goretti, St. Elizabeth, Most Holy Trinity, St. Martin, Most Holy Trinity
- Collaborating on Youth and Young Adult ministry, including retreats, guest speakers, service projects and recognition of young leaders
- Parishes Partnering: Sacred Heart Saratoga, Queen of Apostles, St. Joseph of Cupertino, St. Thomas of Canterbury, St Mary of the Immaculate Conception, St Francis Cabrini
- Offering “A Day For Parents,” including outside speaker and small group discussions
- Parishes Partnering: Holy Family and Santa Teresa
- Collaborating on College Campus Ministry
- Parishes Partnering: Cathedral Basilica of St. Joseph and Catholic Community at Stanford
This is the Pastoral Plan in action. The parishes are alive with the spirit of renewal, committed to full and vibrant implementation of the Pastoral Plan, and working together to enhance the journey for all parishioners.
Annual Report
2024 (PDF)
Grant Distribution
As of December 31, 2025 (PDF)
