McMahon Parater Foundation

The McMahon Parater Foundation was established in 2008 to support and enhance the future of schools throughout the Catholic Diocese of Richmond primarily by providing tuition assistance, enhancing academic programs and resources, and increasing professional development opportunities for teachers.

The Foundation is an IRS-designated 501(c)3 organization that has a professional staff and is governed by a Board of Directors. It actively promotes schools throughout the Diocese of Richmond; seeks ongoing philanthropic support; manages gifts, grants, endowments and donations; and distributes funds with the approval of the Bishop of Richmond.

Throughout the Catholic Diocese of Richmond, which encompasses the majority of the state, there are a total of 29 schools with almost 10,000 students. Of the 29 schools, there are 25 with elementary/middle grades, 8 that offer secondary programs and five independent schools in urban, suburban and rural areas throughout the Diocese.