CSJ Brentwood Legacy Fund

The Sisters of St. Joseph Brentwood Legacy Fund is a not-for-profit Catholic grant-making organization that provides financial support reflecting the Congregation of St. Joseph (CSJ) mission. 

Our Mission

The CSJ Brentwood Legacy Fund proudly supports mission-driven nonprofits with funding that creates lasting impact.

The Sisters of St. Joseph Legacy Fund was created to support organizations that reflect the Sisters’ mission and values.

These would include efforts that:

- foster right and just relationships among all
- further the role of women and girls in society
- secure the dignity of all people, especially the poor, the oppressed
and the underserved
- are faithful to the vision of one Sacred Earth Community

The five pillars of our Fund are: Education, Empowerment of Women, Environment, Immigration, and Spirituality.

Our Pillars

The five pillars of the Legacy Fund are education, empowerment, environment, immigration, and spirituality.
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Education

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Environment

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Empowerment

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Immigration

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Spirituality

Eligibility

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To be eligible for a grant from the Legacy Fund, your organization must:

- Be an established 501(c)(3) organization or fiscally sponsored by a 501(c)(3)
- Be headquartered in the United States
- Have at least two years of Financial Statements available for review

Grants will only be provided for projects that benefit communities in the New York State counties of Kings (Brooklyn), Queens, Nassau, Suffolk, or Puerto Rico.

Programs must show measurable results over time. We expect organizations applying for grants to possess a deep understanding of and commitment to the communities they serve.

Organizations receiving grants must serve communities without discrimination against any individual on the basis of race, creed, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, or national origin.

FAQ

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Apply for a Legacy Fund Grant

We welcome eligible non-profit organizations to apply for a Legacy Fund grant which will support your projects that advance the mission of the Sisters of St. Joseph. Before applying, please be certain to read our Eligibility Requirements and Grant Guidelines. You can also review our Frequently Asked Questions.

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The Legacy Fund Mission

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Leadership

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Our Pillars

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Help

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Contact us at:

legacyfund@gmail.com

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