Rooted in the Catholic tradition, we work to promote the dignity and quality of human life in our communities, especially for the most vulnerable. The Ferry Foundations represent the breadth of philanthropic activities founded by Richard and Maude Ferry
 

A Marian
Center in the
Heart of Seattle

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Mission

Rooted in the Catholic tradition, we work to promote the dignity and quality of human life in our communities, especially for the most vulnerable.
The Ferry Foundations represent the breadth of philanthropic activities founded by Richard and Maude Ferry
 
CSTC forms and develops passionate, faith-filled, and just educators who are committed to serving in Catholic schools in the Archdiocese of Seattle. They provide a holistic experience that integrates professional teaching experience, graduate-level education, and spiritual growth, all within a supportive community.  
 
Cristo Rey Jesuit High School provides an innovative learning experience for economically disadvantaged students. The school combines a rigorous curriculum with an innovative Corporate Work Study Program. Students work at local businesses one day a week to help finance their education and gain invaluable corporate experience.
Maude’s Awards seeks to enrich the quality of life for persons living with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias and their care partners by celebrating and inspiring innovative practices of care and sharing them with the wider dementia care community.
Maude’s Ventures offers seed funding to entrepreneurs developing innovative solutions to improve the lives of people living with dementia and Alzheimer’s.
PREPARES is a ministry of the three Washington Catholic Charities that honors expectant mothers and families who have chosen life. PREPARES provides necessary supplies, offers parenting support, and makes various services available for families from pregnancy to age 5.
Becraft Scholars is a means-based scholarship prioritizing Black and African American families. Becraft will also partner with archdiocesan schools to study student data and make targeted improvements in school policy to build a culture of inclusion for all students.
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“We are building a legacy of gratitude.”

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Advancing
the Mission
of the Catholic
Church

Igniting
Innovative
Health
Care

Promoting
the Dignity
of Human Life

Fostering
Community
Life

The Memory Hub

Operated by the UW Memory and Brain Wellness Center, the Memory Hub is a dementia-specific community center that offers relationships, a collaborative workspace for innovators and thinkers, and a training center for all persons living with dementia and care partners.
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“Truly, I say to you, as you did to one of the least of these my brothers, you did to me.”

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1023 Columbia Street
Seattle, WA 98104
giulia.benvenuto@ferryfound.org