The Development Office is responsible for all fund development that includes the Annual Catholic Appeal, a Charitable Annuity Program, as well as facilitates the selling of stocks, bonds or mutual funds for the benefit of diocesan parishes, schools and ministries within the diocese. 

The Associate Director of Major Gifts is located within the Development Office and provides support and assistance to parishes, schools and departments within the diocese. Responsibilities of the office include, planned giving and securing Major Gifts for the benefit of the diocese through Estate Gifts, and Life Insurance. If you are interested in donating a major gift to the Diocese of Toledo, contact Karen Szymanski at This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

The Associate Director of Fund Development secures funds needed to operate Central City Ministry of Toledo, five Catholic elementary schools serving 800 children in the central city. To donate to CCMT, please contact Claire Guisfredi at This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it