About Us
How we support the Diocese
Together, let us be disciples of Jesus on mission.
At the Catholic Foundation for Diocese of Salina, we live out this call by serving the heart of our Church. Through the Bishop’s Annual Appeal, seminarian support, parish stewardship, scholarships, and legacy gifts, thousands of donors each year help seminarians prepare for the priesthood, strengthen families, sustain parishes, and guide youth to encounter Christ. Every gift entrusted to the Foundation ensures that the Gospel continues to be shared in every community of our diocese — today and for generations to come.
Contact Us
For more information please call the Catholic Foundation for Diocese of Salina at 785-827-8746 or email development@salinadiocese.org
Board Members
Francine Hestermann
Ron Gfeller
Jeff Thompson
Katie Platten
Douglas Hinkin, M.D.
Fr. Gale Hammerschmidt
Don Boos
Cheri Mense
Betty Johnson
Jerry Kuckelman
Mitzi Richards
Bishop Vincke
Beyond the Logo
Heart
The heart originates from the Salina Diocese Coat of Arms. It represents the Sacred Heart of Jesus and honors our Sacred Heart Cathedral. It also represents the gifts given from the hearts of our donors.
Hand
The hands represent the duality of gift and receipt. They serve as a visual reminder that everything we receive is a gift from God. In response to that gift, we are called to be good stewards and give of our gifts to others.
Together
Together, the hand in the heart demonstrate the core mission of the foundation for Diocese to support all aspects of the Catholic faith in the Diocese of Salina by developing, managing, growing, and granting funds using Catholic values, honoring the donor’s intent.