Women's Giving Circle Grant Program

The Catholic Community Foundation Women's Giving Circle seeks to invite, inform, and involve women of faith in the charitable, educational, and spiritual work of the Church in Northeast Ohio. Members collectively decide which projects to financially support on an annual basis.

Geographic Scope: Diocese of Cleveland

Membership Levels:

• $500 for women 40 and over
• $250 for women under 40
• Members may make additional contributions to the Women's Giving Circle Endowment

Mission:

• Learn about the needs of Catholic ministries and other nonprofits in the diocese
• Leverage resources to create meaningful change
• Provide opportunities for fellowship with other women of faith

Benefits of Membership:

• Gaining a deeper understanding of issues communities are facing
• Connecting with women who care about making an impact
• Combining resources, talents and interests for the greater good
• Giving in purposeful and strategic ways
• Social engagement and fellowship

How It Works:

1. Pay annual membership fee ($250 or $500)
2. Your gift is added to the Women's Giving Circle Fund
3. Gather with other members to learn about diocesan ministries and nonprofit needs
4. Together, members decide which projects to support annually
5. Receive invitations to events including Pitch Party and Opening Gathering and Mass

Contact:

• Mary Lou Ozimek: (216) 696-6525
• Jessica DiSalvatore: (216) 696-6525

2026 Events:

• March 13: Opening Gathering and Mass (RSVP)
• May 6: Pitch Party (RSVP)
• 2026 Grant Applications and voting process

Grant Recipients: 2024 and 2025 lists available

How to Become a Member

1. Online: Join online through the foundation website
2. Mail: Download membership brochure and mail to:
   • Catholic Community Foundation
   • ATTN: Mary Lou Ozimek
   • 1404 E. 9th St.
   • Cleveland, OH 44114

Membership Process

1. Pay annual membership fee:
   • $500 for women 40 and over
   • $250 for women under 40
2. Optionally contribute additional funds to Women's Giving Circle Endowment
3. Participate in annual meetings and voting
4. Members may join at any time

Grant Selection Process (for Organizations)

1. Organizations submit grant applications
2. Women's Giving Circle members learn about nonprofit needs through:
   • Opening Gathering and Mass (March)
   • Pitch Party presentations (May)
3. Members vote on which projects to support
4. Funding decisions made annually

Contact for More Information

• Mary Lou Ozimek: (216) 696-6525
• Jessica DiSalvatore: (216) 696-6525