How Cesar and Kathleen Pringles Change the Course for Underserved Children

2025-04-14T07:33:37-07:00April 14th, 2025|Articles|

Kathleen Pringles was blessed with 16 years of Catholic schooling, shaping her faith and values. However, her husband Cesar did not have the same opportunity, and when it came time to choose an education for their own children, financial barriers prevented them from enrolling in Catholic schools. “We both wanted [...]

Spread the Word: Individuals and Corporations Can Create Scholarships for Underserved Students with Their Arizona Tax Liability

2025-04-14T08:09:39-07:00April 14th, 2025|Articles|

Are you a scholarship recipient or an Arizona tax credit contributor, or maybe even both? We need your help spreading the word to change lives and raise scholarships for underserved students. You can become a catalyst for change in your community by sharing with your friends and family how to [...]

Business Leaders Series: 7 Habits of Successful CEOs

2025-04-09T08:23:30-07:00April 9th, 2025|Articles|

By Nancy Padberg, MBA, President and CEO of Catholic Education Arizona Being a CEO is more than setting an organization's direction—it’s about creating personal and professional habits that inspire success. I believe that the following habits lay the foundation for effectively building a healthy culture, creating sustainable growth and driving [...]

Catholic Education Arizona Welcomes New Director of Development, Sarah Kriwiel, M.Ed.

2025-03-26T07:36:42-07:00March 26th, 2025|Articles|

Catholic Education Arizona is excited to announce the newest member of the Dream Team, Sarah Kriwiel! Sarah was drawn to Catholic Education Arizona because of her passion for Catholic education and its transformative impact on students and the broader community. "I am eager to apply my skills to support and [...]

Your Guide to Navigating the Arizona Tax Credits

2025-03-07T12:48:13-07:00March 14th, 2025|Articles|

If you’re an Arizona taxpayer looking to make a meaningful impact, the Arizona tax creditsoffer a unique opportunity to support education without dipping into your own pocket. At Catholic Education Arizona, we’re passionate about helping Arizona residents understand how tax credits work and how they  transform lives through scholarships for [...]

The Impact of Catholic School Tuition Scholarships

2025-03-07T12:44:23-07:00March 7th, 2025|Articles|

When we talk about transforming lives, Catholic scholarships often stand out as a beacon of hope, especially for underserved communities. At Catholic Education Arizona, we’ve seen firsthand how these opportunities lift families out of financial strain and open doors to quality education. Let’s explore how Catholic scholarships are making a [...]

Ryan Costello’s Experience Inspired Him to Donate to Changing Lives with Legacy

2025-03-04T13:28:47-07:00March 4th, 2025|Articles|

As a student, teacher, and leader, Ryan Costello has witnessed firsthand the transformative impact Catholic schools have on families and communities, particularly those facing the highest need. “Historically, Catholic schools in America have been access points for underserved families who desire to create as much opportunity as possible for their [...]

Corporate Partnerships: Strengthening Catholic Education in Arizona

2025-02-14T14:36:35-07:00February 21st, 2025|Articles|

Among the most impactful contributors to the Catholic education of students are corporate partners, who play a pivotal role in ensuring the availability of scholarships for underserved students. Corporate tax credit participation strengthens Catholic education and also fosters a stronger, more equitable society for all. Transforming Lives Through Tuition Assistance [...]

How This Scholarship Recipient Helps Other Families

2025-02-14T15:41:04-07:00February 14th, 2025|Articles|

The Bryan family is not only grateful scholarship recipients but also dedicated supporters of Catholic Education Arizona. While their daughter Lily benefits from the Catholic school scholarship, Juliann and her family go a step further by contributing their Arizona Tax Liability and also making a donation to Changing Lives with [...]