Hannah Dercks

Did you know you can support the mission of the Church and reduce your taxes at the same time? If you are age 70½ or older, you can make a charitable gift directly from your IRA to a qualified charity—such as your parish, Catholic school, the Bishop’s Appeal, diocesan ministries, or the Catholic Foundation—without paying federal income tax on the amount given. This gift, called a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD), is a simple and powerful way to live your faith and make an impact.

By opening our hearts to one another, we also open our hearts to Jesus. One of the best ways to do this is by thinking of ways to give to others and help them experience the love of Christ. 
The following 5 Catholic causes are ways you can support this Christmas season. By giving to these causes, you are helping people throughout our diocese and world. Thank you for considering sharing your gifts and love for others through these causes.

Today, thanks to a Monica Meyer Respect Life Grant from the Catholic Foundation, Trinity House is expanding its mission to serve more women like Hannah. The grant supports Vida’s commitment to providing comprehensive, Christ-centered care for pregnant women and new mothers facing homelessness or housing instability.

On July 4, 2025, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) was signed into law, ushering in sweeping changes to the U.S. tax code. As the philanthropic landscape shifts, the Catholic Foundation for the Diocese of Green Bay, Inc. remains committed to helping donors navigate these changes while continuing to support the Catholic ministries and missions that matter most.

We are thrilled to share that Josh Diedrich, Executive Director of the Catholic Foundation for the Diocese of Green Bay, has been named the Outstanding Fundraising Professional by the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP), Northeast Wisconsin Chapter. Josh’s recognition by AFP is a testament to his dedication, integrity, and the deep impact of his work. We celebrate this honor and look forward to the continued growth of Catholic philanthropy under his leadership.