Ways to Make a Gift - Cretin-Derham Hall

When you give to Cretin-Derham Hall, you help every student thrive. Your generosity keeps a CDH education accessible, strengthens our tradition of excellence and faith, and creates lasting opportunities for young people to grow and lead. Thank you for making it possible.

Annual Fund: Your Gift Matters

When you give to the Annual Fund, you provide essential tuition assistance to students. Your generosity makes a lasting impact — helping students grow in faith, knowledge, and community every single day.

For additional questions, please contact:
Maureen Hartung, Director of Annual Giving
Call (651) 696-3319

Give Now to the Annual Fund

Give Real Estate — Make a Lasting Impact

Donating appreciated property you’ve owned for more than a year—such as a home, cabin, land, or commercial real estate—can make a lasting impact while offering meaningful financial benefits.

For additional questions, please contact:
Steve Walsh '85, Major Gift Officer
Call (651) 696-3368

Memorial & Tribute Gifts

Memorial and tribute gifts can be directed to existing scholarships or endowments, or they may support the Annual Fund, helping ensure students continue to learn and grow in faith, community, and excellence.

For additional questions, please contact:
Maureen Hartung, Director of Annual Giving
Call (651) 696-3319 or Email

Make a Memorial Gift Now

Make a Tax-Smart Gift Through Your IRA

If you’re 70½ or older, you can make a tax-free gift to CDH directly from your IRA.

Please consult your tax professional. CDH does not provide tax advice.

For additional questions, please contact:
Steve Walsh '85, Major Gift Officer
Call (651) 696-3368

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More Ways to Give

Give by mail, phone, or email

Give by Mail:
Please make your check payable to Cretin-Derham Hall and mail to:
Cretin-Derham Hall
Advancement Office
550 South Albert Street
St. Paul, MN 55116

Give by Phone:
We’re happy to assist you with your gift over the phone:
Contact Maureen Hartung, Director of Annual Giving, at (651) 696-3319.

Give by Email:
Have a question or want to discuss your gift?
Email Maureen Hartung at mhartung@c-dh.org

Pledges and Recurring Gifts

Estate Planning and Legacy Giving

Membership in the Legacy Society is a way for Cretin-Derham Hall to recognize and honor those who have created a legacy gift in support of CDH through a named endowment or a future gift in their estate plan. These gifts will ensure that Catholic education, rooted in the mission and values of the school's founding religious orders, the Brothers of the Christian Schools and the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet, will be available for generations to come.

Please consult with your tax professional for legal advice with any estate planning. Cretin-Derham Hall does not provide tax advice.

Contact:
Jeb Myers, CDH President
Call (651) 696-3320

Donor Advised Funds

A donor advised fund (DAF), which is like a charitable savings account, gives you the flexibility to recommend how much and how often money is granted to Cretin-Derham Hall and other qualified charities. You can recommend a grant or recurring grants now to make an immediate impact or use your fund as a tool for future charitable gifts.

Contact Maureen Hartung, Director of Annual Giving, at (651) 696-3319 or maureen.hartung@c-dh.org

Endowed Gifts

An endowment gift to Cretin-Derham Hall today provides a brighter picture for our future. When you make a donation to our endowment, you give a gift with both immediate and long-term benefits. Endowment donations are invested. A portion of the annual income from the investment is used to address immediate needs at Cretin-Derham Hall. The remaining funds are reinvested to ensure indefinite support.

Contact:
Steve Walsh '85, Major Gift Officer
Call (651) 696-3368

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Matching Gifts

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Donor Stories

Bob Uhler ’78: Cretin Forms Life-long Values

Bob Uhler ’78 credits Cretin for shaping his values and career, and now gives back to ensure future students have the same opportunity.

Maureen O’Shaughnessy Magnuson ’61: Reflects on Four Generations at CDH

Her years at Derham Hall were filled with joy, lasting friendships, and memories she'll always cherish.

Nancy Parlin '52: Legacy Continues to Provide for Excellence in Education

Nancy Parlin ’52, a dedicated supporter of Cretin-Derham Hall, made a lasting impact as a donor by establishing the $200,000 Title IX Challenge and the Nancy Parlin ’52 Scholarship Endowment, ensuring future generations of female students have access to quality education and athletic opportunities.

Sister Chris Ludwig: The CSJ’s Continued Impact on CDH

Sister Chris Ludwig, CSJ, has dedicated her life to education, music, and social justice, leaving a lasting impact on students and communities through her work as a teacher, choir director, campus minister, and advocate for the mission of the Sisters of St. Joseph.

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