Donor Stories

Learn how others have made an impact through their acts of giving to our organization and others.

Tim Lundell '68
Tim Lundell '68 and Penelope O'Neill were married for 40 years. Tragically, Penny passed away from cancer in 2019. To honor her memory, Tim established...
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Your Gift Matters
Mike '68 and Sherie Rosenbaum are busy people. Between owning and operating Mike's law practice in Northeast Portland and their restaurant, the Stone Cliff Inn in Carver...
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Healthy Hearts and a Forever Legacy
Bev Heller remembers that November morning like it was yesterday. It was the day before Thanksgiving in 2005.
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Bob Fahlman '76
"Central Catholic provided many great memories while I was attending high school. But, as life continued I realized that Central and...
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Nigel Jaquiss and Meg Remsen
All three of our children went to Waldorf School through eighth grade. They had been used to a smaller environment, with twenty to thirty...
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A Lasting Legacy
"I didn't want his name forgotten,"says Colette Turina, a Central Catholic parent from 1969-1979 and long-time Central Catholic...
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The Gritzmacher Endowed Family Scholarship
"As a family, we'd like to give back to the community that has given so much to us," says Dana (Gritzmacher) McElligott '87.
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Alumni Profile: Bill George '66
Bill George '66 has dedicated his life's work to Catholic schools. We asked him about his Central Catholic story and why he chooses to support the school now.
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An Ordinary Man Doing Extraordinary Things
Joseph E. Weston '56 is a familiar name, but an elusive figure. Learn more about the extraordinary impact Weston is making on Catholic education.
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Giving Back
Central Catholic parent and donor, Cheri Swodoba, told us, "My husband and I both believe that if someone does something for you, you should try to give something back."
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Bequests
Joe and Anna have been faithful supporters of our organization. They believe it is important to help further our mission.
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Endowment Gift
Pat and Shelly were recently married. They both had been dedicated volunteers at their favorite charity for many years.
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Current Gifts
As is the case with many families, there are times each year when Jim and Sharon focus their attention on gift giving.
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What Will You Do with Your Unspent Retirement Savings?
Michael and Kelly were retired engineers with two adult children. They owned a home, some stocks, and IRAs.
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