What is The Foundation?
In 2018, Bishop Luis Zarama established The
Foundation to manage the temporal works of the
Church across the Catholic Community of Eastern
North Carolina now and in the future. The
Foundation is a way to financially ensure a strong
vibrant Diocese today and for generations to come.
We gather and grow assets in support of parishes,
ministries, and future expansion. The Foundation
allows donors to experience the joy of giving
today while building a lasting faith-based legacy
of stewardship and generosity.
Today, The Foundation services all ministries of
The Diocese of Raleigh which is comprised of 54
eastern counties of North Carolina covering 32,000
square miles. The Foundation manages over $85
million in assets representing more than 175
endowments and adheres to socially responsible
investment guidelines of the
United States Council of Catholic Bishops
(USCCB).