The Catholic Caring Foundation was established in 1988 by Bishop Dennis Browne to enable the Auckland Diocese to assist those who find themselves at the margins of society.

Since then, we have distributed over $7 million in grants.  The Foundation is the Charitable Trust of the Bishop of Auckland, Bishop Patrick Dunn and raises funds and then distributes to agencies who work with those in the community; assisting them to become more independent.

The Board accepts funding applications from community organisations within the Auckland Diocese. The Diocese covers Auckland, Northland and the Coromandel/Thames region.  The Board does not consider applications from outside these areas.

Through the funding application process, the Foundation evaluates the quality of the work of the agency and how effective they are at caring for those that are marginalised.  Upon selection, the agency receives a grant and then reports back to the Foundation the difference the grant has made.

Please note that 2010 will see only ONE grants round for applications via the contestable fund. The closing date is 31 May 2010. 

How to Apply for a Grant made easy, Please click here

For 2009 Grants Allocation, Please click here