Diocese of Saskatoon Catholic Foundation

What Diocese of Saskatoon Catholic Foundation does

The Diocese of Saskatoon Catholic Foundation is a registered Canadian charitable non-profit (CRA registration no. 836037 127 RR0001), established in 2011 and headquartered at 123 Nelson Road, Saskatoon. Operating under the governance of a Board chaired by Ray Kolla with Bishop Mark Hagemoen as a member and Raissa Bugyi as Executive Director, the foundation functions as the central charitable-giving infrastructure for the Catholic Diocese of Saskatoon. Its activity is bounded to the Diocese of Saskatoon geography in Saskatchewan, Canada.

The foundation operates a diversified donation product set spanning the Bishop's Annual Appeal, Parish Offertory (one-time and pre-authorized monthly giving processed on the 7th of each month), Designated Ministry Support, Memorial and Tribute Donations, the Catholic TRC Healing Response appeal, the Priests' Pension and Retirement Fund, and a planned giving program that includes will bequests, gift annuities, charitable remainder trusts, gifts of securities, life insurance, and RRSP/RRIF designations. Distribution channels encompass an online giving portal, e-transfer ([email protected]), mailed cheques, pre-authorized monthly debits, and securities transfers; a partnership with WillPower.ca extends legacy-gift acquisition.

The business model is donation-funded with administrative and stewardship costs covered within the foundation's retained revenue stream. Donations flow through to designated parishes, ministries, and non-profit organizations within the Diocese of Saskatoon, with official tax receipts issued for qualifying contributions. No traditional revenue or SaaS-style monetization exists, and financial figures are not publicly disclosed. The foundation serves Catholic parishioners and donors within the diocese, supported by a 14-person staff operating from a single Saskatoon office.

Name

Diocese of Saskatoon Catholic Foundation

Legal name

The Diocese of Saskatoon Catholic Foundation Inc.

Website

https://dscf.ca

Company type

Private

Founded year

2011

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

The Diocese of Saskatoon Catholic Foundation is a registered Canadian charitable non-profit that processes donations and administers planned giving for Catholic parishes, ministries, and non-profit organizations within the Diocese of Saskatoon in Saskatchewan, serving individual parishioners and donors across gift, annuity, trust, and legacy instruments.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Charitable Foundation Services

NAICS

Grantmaking Foundations (813211), Grantmaking and Giving Services (81321), Religious Organizations (81311)

akta.pro primary industry

Community Foundations (BPAGAKAB)

akta.pro secondary industry

Denominational & Ecclesiastical Governance Bodies (Dioceses, Synods, Conferences) (BPAGAJAB)

Keywords

• Charitable giving programs
• Planned giving services
• Parish donation processing
• Donor fund administration
• Religious foundation fundraising

Headquarters

HQ city

Saskatoon

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Charitable Donations: The foundation receives gifts of cash, securities, life insurance, retirement plans, and property from donors. These donations support Catholic parishes, ministries, and non-profit organizations in the Saskatoon Diocese community.
2. Planned Giving / Legacy Gifts: Will bequests, gift annuities, and charitable remainder trusts provide long-term financial support. These include gifts of securities, life insurance policies, RRSPs/RRIFs, and real estate.
3. Parish Offertory Processing: Monthly recurring donations collected on behalf of parishes, with receipts issued by the foundation and funds forwarded to respective parishes.
4. Bishop's Annual Appeal: Annual fundraising campaign supporting ministries and programs within the diocese.
5. Special Collections: Time-limited fundraising campaigns for specific causes such as the Catholic TRC Healing Response, Migration, and other community outreach initiatives.

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

The Diocese of Saskatoon Catholic Foundation is a registered charitable foundation that processes and administers donations on behalf of Catholic parishes, ministries, and non-profit organizations within the Saskatoon Diocese. It offers a unified giving platform supporting annual fundraising appeals (Bishop's Annual Appeal), recurring parish offertory collections, memorial and tribute donations, designated ministry support, and a comprehensive planned giving program including gift annuities, charitable remainder trusts, will bequests, and gifts of securities. The foundation issues official tax receipts for qualifying donations and distributes funds to support faith formation, youth programs, priest retirement, and community healing initiatives.

Product overview

Diocese of Saskatoon Catholic Foundation operates as a unified charitable giving platform offering multiple donation programs and planned giving options. The core offerings include the Bishop's Annual Appeal for annual fundraising, Parish Offertory for recurring weekly donations, Memorial and Tribute Donations for commemorative giving, and a comprehensive Planned Giving program. The portfolio also includes specialized initiatives such as the Priests' Pension and Retirement Fund, Designated Ministry Support, and Catholic TRC Healing Response. The Foundation facilitates various giving methods including cash gifts, will bequests, gift annuities, charitable remainder trusts, gifts of securities, life insurance, and property donations. All donations are processed with official tax receipts for Canadian donors.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Bishop's Annual Appeal Annual fundraising campaign supporting ministries and programs that build up the church and help reach out in love to the community.
• Parish Offertory Online giving platform for parish weekly donations with options for one-time or recurring monthly gifts processed on the 7th of each month.
• Priests' Pension and Retirement Fund A fund dedicated to supporting priests' pension and retirement needs, allowing donors to contribute to the long-term financial security of clergy.
• Designated Ministry Support Donation option allowing supporters to give to specific causes and ministries within the diocese.
• Memorial Donations Donations made in memory of a loved one who has passed away, with acknowledgment sent to the honouree's next of kin.
• Tribute Donations Gifts made to honor someone special on special occasions such as birthdays, anniversaries, baptisms, or retirements.
• Catholic TRC Healing Response Special appeal supporting Residential School Survivors and their communities through healing and reconciliation projects, cemetery support, and education.
• Planned Giving Legacy gift options including will bequests, gift annuities, charitable remainder trusts, gifts of securities, life insurance, and retirement plans.
• Gift Annuities Contract between donor and charity providing fixed lifetime income based on age, with part of contribution tax-deductible and some income potentially tax-free.
• Charitable Remainder Trusts Irrevocable gift vehicle allowing donors to make gifts of cash, securities, or real estate, receive immediate tax benefits, and continue receiving income for life.
• Gift of Securities Donation of stocks, bonds, mutual funds, shares, and GICs on approved stock exchanges with no capital gains tax owing on qualified publicly listed securities.

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• WillPower (Bequest Program Partner)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerThe foundation partners with WillPower.ca to promote legacy gifts and legacy giving through their bequest program, helping donors include the foundation in their wills.

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Calgary Catholic Diocese Foundation / Catholic Pastoral Centre: Fundraising and pastoral foundation arm of the Catholic Diocese of Calgary. Comparable as a Western Canadian Catholic diocesan foundation operating Bishop's appeals, parish support, and planned giving.
• Catholic Foundation of the Archdiocese of Toronto: Faith-based charitable foundation serving the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Toronto, providing structured giving, endowments, and parish support. Directly comparable as a Catholic diocesan foundation offering similar planned giving, parish offertory, and ministry fund programs.
• Development and Peace / Caritas Canada: Official Catholic international solidarity organization for Canada, running donation campaigns and grant programs. Comparable as a Canadian Catholic charitable giving organization with structured donor programs and ministry support.
• Catholic Foundation of Manitoba: Manitoba's Catholic diocesan foundation providing charitable giving, endowment, and parish support services. Comparable peer due to similar territorial scope, Catholic focus, and diversified giving programs.
• Catholic Foundation of the Archdiocese of Vancouver: Registered charitable foundation supporting the Catholic Archdiocese of Vancouver through donations, planned giving, and parish grants. Closely comparable as a Canadian Catholic diocesan foundation with similar mission and program structure.

Broad incumbents

• ShareLife: Catholic charitable fundraising agency of the Archdiocese of Toronto, supporting member agencies through parish-based annual appeals. Comparable as a Catholic institutional fundraising platform operating under a diocese.
• Catholic Charities USA: National Catholic charitable organization supporting a network of diocesan agencies across the United States. Comparable as a faith-based Catholic fundraising and grantmaking umbrella, though at broader national scale.
• Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Winnipeg: Faith-based charitable organization supporting Catholic ministries and community services in Winnipeg. Comparable as a Canadian Catholic charitable body, though broader in scope than a pure fundraising foundation.
• United Way Canada: Federated nonprofit fundraising network operating community-based giving campaigns across Canada. Comparable as a multi-channel donation platform issuing tax receipts and disbursing funds to community partners, though secular in scope.

Regional players

• Knights of Columbus: Catholic fraternal service organization operating charity, insurance, and grant programs globally with strong Canadian presence. Comparable as a major Catholic-aligned charitable giving infrastructure, though structured as a fraternal benefit society rather than a diocesan foundation.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Funding overview

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