PHOENIX, AZ. (August 15, 2024) -Catholic Education Arizona, the state’s largest Catholic School Tuition Organization, is pleased to announce the appointment of two new members to its distinguished Board of Directors: Tom Brennan and Thomas Shellander. Brennan and Shellander’s expertise will be crucial in shaping Catholic Education Arizona’s future direction.

Nancy Padberg, MBA, president and CEO of Catholic Education Arizona, said, “We are thrilled to add their caliber of talent to our Board of Directors and grateful for their depth of expertise. They will contribute to our mission and the continued success of our organization.”

With an impressive 37-year career marked by excellence in education, Brennan has spent 23 years in school leadership roles. Brennan currently serves as the Principal at Bourgade Catholic High School, cultivating a collaborative school culture. His deep understanding of the importance of Catholic education will bring invaluable insights to his role as a Board Member.

Shellander has been a Member/Partner for Bredemann & Shellander PLC since 2015, representing clients in estate planning, tax, business, real estate, and real estate settlement and administration. Before 2015, Shellander was a Shareholder for over 11 years at Neider & Boucher, S.C. in Madison, Wisconsin.

Bryan Brady, Chairman of the Board of Directors, said, “I am delighted to welcome Tom Brennan and Thomas Shellander to our Board of Directors. Collectively, these gentlemen bring extensive experience in Catholic education and legal expertise to help us further our mission to provide scholarships to underserved children.”

Individuals and corporations continue to support Catholic Education Arizona and The Diocese of Phoenix Catholic Schools because of their impressive results:

  • 99.8% graduation rate
  • 96% matriculation to higher education, trade school, or enter military service
  • 1000s of hours of community service conducted annually

There are four ways you can change lives, serve society, and transform culture:

  • AZ Individual Tax Credits
  • AZ Low Income Corporate Tax Credit
  • AZ Disabled/Displaced Corporate Tax Credit
  • Donations and Legacy Gifts (non-tax credit)

Catholic Education Arizona is the largest provider of scholarships to families attending Catholic schools in the Diocese of Phoenix. Since 1998, $363 million has been raised and over 157,000 scholarships have been awarded. Catholic Education Arizona is changing lives one scholarship at a time through tax credits, planned gifts, and donations. Visit www.ceaz.org or call (602) 218-6542 to learn more.

Contact: Debra Preach, Chief Operating Officer
Catholic Education Arizona
dpreach@ceaz.org
(602) 218-6542