The John J. Creegan Foundation for St. Mary’s School, Inc. is an endowment that provides annual support to the school. It is named for Monsignor Creegan, who served as pastor of St. Mary’s for 37 years, including the school’s founding years.
In the spirit of Msgr. Creegan, a group of parishioners led by Father Don Riffle organized the John J. Creegan Foundation in 1981 as a non-profit organization separate from the parish, and solely for the benefit of St. Mary’s School. The Creegan Foundation helps ensure the school’s long term continued financial stability.
The Creegan Foundation’s investments are managed by a professional investment firm in Boise. The Foundation’s annual contribution is based on the continued success of the portfolio’s performance. Since its inception, the Foundation has provided over $950,000 in financial support, through annual gifts to the school that typically range from $45,000 to $50,000 per year. The Foundation raises funds by actively soliciting donations, accepting donations by our regular contributors, and being named the beneficiary of bequeaths and estate gifts.
If you would like information about the Foundation or assistance in arranging a donation or help with estate planning, contact the school at creegan@stmarys-boise.org or (208) 342-7476 to have a representative of the Creegan Foundation contact you.
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