HELP US ON OUR MISSION!

Grizzly Catholic is on an extraordinary mission to bring every soul on Oakland University’s campus to a living encounter with Jesus Christ. There is no more important undertaking in this life than to heed Our Lord’s call and to “proclaim the Gospel to every creature!”
(Mark 16:15)

College-students are particularly vulnerable to the lies of the enemy. It is, thus, of highest importance that our college students come to know the profound and life-altering Truth that they are deeply loved by God the Father and are called to lives of radical holiness.

We cannot accomplish this mission alone. We need your prayers, your gifts, and your support to help us continue this most important charge. Please prayerfully consider how you are able to partner with us — that we may bring more souls into the freedom and joy of the Gospel.

Via, Veritas, Vita — The Way, The Truth, The Life!

By clicking on the “Donate” button, you will be sent to our giving platform page through the Catholic Foundation of Michigan.
You may choose a one-time gift or join our recurring society and give monthly.

WAYS TO GIVE

  • By choosing to donate online, you will be sent to our giving platform page through the Catholic Foundation of Michigan. You may choose a one-time gift or join our recurring society and give monthly. In addition, you may give "in honor of" or "in memory of".

    Click HERE to donate online.

  • Make check out to Catholic Foundation of Michigan.

    In the note section of the check,
    write “OUCM” or “Oakland University Catholic Ministry”.

    Mail cash or check to:
    Catholic Foundation of Michigan
    1145 W. Long Lake Rd. #201
    Bloomfield Twp. MI 48302

  • Ask broker to transfer from (your) account # a total of X shares of Y stock to:

    Catholic Foundation of Michigan
    For Oakland University Catholic Ministry
    DTC#: 8862
    Merrill Lynch
    CFM Account#: 68904676
    Account Name: Catholic Foundation of Michigan
    Tax ID: 81-4107324

    Please also include the following information so the Catholic Foundation of Michigan can acknowledge the donation:

    Enclosed donation from name and address.

  • Donor-advised funds are one of the most popular charitable giving vehicles in the United States, because they are one of the easiest and most tax-advantageous ways to give. If you already have a donor-advised fund (DAF), you can direct assets from your fund to the Catholic Foundation of Michigan for the benefit of Oakland University Catholic Ministry.  

    A DAF is often referred to as a personal charitable savings account. A donor creates an account with a sponsoring organization, which can be a nonprofit or an investment company. The donor then contributes cash, stock, or other assets, and can take an immediate tax deduction for the gift. An adviser manages and invests the assets and works with the donor to identify charitable causes they desire to support.

  • REQUIRED MINIMUM DISTRITION FROM AN IRA

    An easy and popular way to use your retirement assets is through a Required Minimum

    Distribution (RMD) from your IRA.

    If you are at least 73 years old, you must begin the required minimum distributions

    (specified by tax laws) from your IRA accounts each year. Giving to charities can meet

    this requirement while avoiding taxes on the amount transferred. 

    Have the check sent directly to:  Catholic Foundation of Michigan

    For Oakland University Catholic Ministry

    1145 W. Long Lake Road, Ste. 201

    Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302

    Please include the following information so the Catholic Foundation of Michigan can acknowledge the donation. Donor's name and address

  • When we think of donations, cash contributions often come to mind. In the world of philanthropy, in-kind donations represent a vital lifeline for organizations striving to make a difference. Acceptance of in-kind gifts allows nonprofits to tap into their communities’ goodwill and convert donated items and expertise into tangible results. These non-monetary donations, crucial to many nonprofits, encompass a variety of forms, including:

    • Physical goods

    • Services

    • Time

    • Expertise

The Catholic Foundation of Michigan will send official acknowledgements of all charitable gifts for tax purposes. St. John Fisher Catholic Campus Ministry will also send letters acknowledging and thanking donors for all charitable gifts.

Questions about Campus Ministry Giving?

Our Campus Ministry team is available to answer any questions or provide assistance needed for forming your giving plans. Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out below.