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Parents honor their late daughter with scholarship at La Salle High School

By Melissa / February 26, 2016 /

“Duane and Vicki Heine wanted to establish a $500 annual scholarship and succeeded, but the process took more work and effort than expected.

CW Catholic Foundation shines light on faithful education boosters

By Melissa / October 2, 2015 /

“You see them time and time again — the seemingly tireless people who help make Catholic schools succeed.

They’re principals and teachers, support staff, volunteers, parents and boosters. They come […]

Upcoming Celebration of Faith To Highlight Catholic Education, Leaders

By Melissa / September 5, 2015 /

“In today’s world, where so many feel alienated despite a flood of so-called “social media” and there is a breakdown in the sense of community, the role of Catholic education […]

New executive director named at Central Washington Catholic Foundation

By Melissa / May 26, 2015 /

“Kathleen Wilmes has been named the new executive director of the Central Washington Catholic Foundation, the organization announced Friday.

She succeeds Dan Fortier, a founding board member and executive […]

Founder, director of local Catholic Foundation retiring

By Melissa / March 13, 2015 /

“The executive director of the Central Washington Catholic Foundation is retiring May 31.

Dan Fortier has been with the foundation since 2002, when he was one of four founders.”