The Ryan Foundation supports Lourdes Central Catholic School

Every child deserves the opportunity to learn, grow, and discover their purpose in an environment that nurtures both academic achievement and personal character. At Lourdes Central Catholic, that commitment has shaped students for more than 160 years, providing a faith-centered education that prepares young people to lead lives of service, integrity, and compassion. In 2025, The Ryan Foundation was honored to support that mission with a $380,000 contribution.

Serving students from preschool through grade 12, Lourdes Central Catholic continues to combine academic excellence with spiritual formation, helping students develop the knowledge, confidence, and values needed to succeed long after graduation. Working alongside nine Catholic parishes, the school creates a community where faith is integrated into every aspect of student life.

The 2024–2025 school year reflected that commitment in meaningful ways. Students benefited from expanded Industrial Technology and engineering programs that provide hands-on learning opportunities, while continued investments in Campus Ministry, tuition assistance, and student support services ensured every child had the opportunity to grow both academically and spiritually. The school also completed facility improvements that created safer, more welcoming spaces for learning and community.

The Ryan Foundation's investment helps make these opportunities possible by supporting an educational environment where students are encouraged to pursue excellence, strengthen their faith, and prepare for lives of meaningful service. Each investment in Catholic education extends beyond today's classrooms, helping cultivate future leaders who will positively impact their families, workplaces, and communities.

We are grateful to partner with Lourdes Central Catholic as it continues its tradition of developing students who lead with character, serve with compassion, and inspire hope for generations to come.