We are thankful for those who have made an estate gift to the Diocese of Joliet. Here are their stories.
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Granting Wishes and Scholarships
Through outright and planned gifts, benefactors to the Catholic Education Foundation (CEF) provide financial aid and grant a wish every day to a Catholic school student.
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In Memory of Jeff Kennedy’s Generosity
The Diocese of Joliet is mourning the loss of Jeff Kennedy, a longtime member of Visitation Parish in Elmhurst and a fervent supporter of vocations and seminarian formation. Jeff passed away in June 2022 at age 80.
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A Life of Service and Dedication to the Church
The Bible is filled with quotes on how we are called to help those in need—to feed, clothe and care for others. Marilynn Halasz has taken these quotes to heart, initiating them into her daily life—volunteering her time wherever needed, financially supporting the Catholic Church and spiritually supporting others through her prayers.
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Sharing the Love of Christ With the Next Generation
The donors of the Catholic Education Foundation believe in the life-changing promise of Catholic education. And many donors choose to secure their legacy with an endowed scholarship, which allows them to give part of their estate to the Catholic Education Foundation to help grow the hearts and minds of future generations of Catholics.
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