The Papal Foundation is the only charitable organization in the United States that is exclusively dedicated to fulfilling the requests of the Holy Father for the needs of the Church.
Since its inception in 1988, The Papal Foundation and its Stewards of Saint Peter have allocated $200 million in grants and scholarships around the world to more than 2000 projects selected by Popes Francis and Benedict, and Saint John Paul II.
The impact of Papal Foundation has been staggering, providing support in full or in part for:
churches & chapels
seminaries
rectories, convents & monasteries
schools
hospitals
Watch: The Gift of Being a Steward of Saint Peter
Please take a few minutes to hear fellow Stewards of Saint Peter, in their own words, describe the mission of The Papal Foundation and why they became Stewards.
Join a Distinctive Community of Philanthropic Leaders
The Papal Foundation is funded through the generosity of a select group of North American Catholic philanthropists who are committed to bringing the love of Christ to a world in need and being intimately connected with the work of the Church and the Holy Father.
It is not enough to say we are Christians. We must live the faith, not only with our words, but with our actions.
Recent News
100+ Priests & Religious Gather Online for ‘Saeman Scholars’ Fall Orientation
The Papal Foundation was pleased to host the fourth Saeman Scholar orientation meeting on Saturday, October 8, with 105 scholars from 40 different countries around the...
New Grants Approved By Mission Fund, Including 4 for Ukrainians
The Foundation’s Mission Fund Committee, comprised of Cardinal Sean O’Malley, Trustee Patricia Flatley and the committee chair Trustee Jim Towey, met in September and...
Holy Father’s Monthly Prayer Intentions
Holy Father’s Prayer of Intention: November
We pray for children who are suffering, especially those who are homeless, orphans, and victims of war; may they be guaranteed access to education and the opportunity to experience family affection.