Legacy Fund Mission
Mission Statement
The Sisters of St. Joseph Brentwood Legacy Fund is a not-for-profit Catholic grant-making organization that provides financial support that reflects the Congregation of St. Joseph (CSJ) mission. The mission states " Empowered by God's love, rooted in the Gospel of Jesus, and faithful to the vision of one sacred Earth community, we live and work to bring all into union with God and one another. "
Grants from the Legacy Fund will support the 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.
Why the Legacy Fund Was Created
Small nonprofits often face significant challenges in securing the funding necessary to sustain and expand their vital work. Approximately 30% of nonprofits fail within their first ten years.
According to a report by BryteBridge approximately 30% of nonprofits fail within their first ten years, with limited access to funding being a primary factor in these closures. Despite these financial hurdles, small nonprofits play a crucial role in serving local communities.
Data from Nonprofit Impact Matters indicates that 92% of nonprofits operate with annual budgets under $1 million, and 88% with budgets under $500,000.
These organizations are typically community-based, directly addressing local needs and often reaching underserved populations that larger institutions may overlook.
The combination of limited financial resources and the critical services they provide underscores the importance of supporting small nonprofits. Their close connections to the communities they serve enable them to respond effectively to local challenges, making them important in the broader nonprofit sector.
Small nonprofits may have limited funding, but their deep community ties allow them to respond directly to local needs. Their work is essential and deserves greater support.
A Message from the Legacy Fund Board
Carrying the Legacy into Tomorrow
Rooted in the mission of the Sisters of St. Joseph, the Legacy Fund was created to ensure that the values of compassion, service, and justice continue to thrive in today’s world. While our origins are grounded in decades of dedicated work, our focus remains forward-looking - supporting initiatives that respond to current needs and future challenges. Through strategic grantmaking, we invest in organizations that embody the spirit of community, empower the underserved, and bring lasting change. Together, we carry this legacy into tomorrow — evolving, adapting, and always staying true to the mission.
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