THE THREE PILLARS
The Maroon Fund is the foundation of Dowling Catholic High School’s advancement efforts for annual fundraising that provides an exceptional educational experience rooted in faith, learning, and service. This annual fund strengthens every aspect of student life by focusing on three essential pillars: Student & Faith Life, School Services, and Academic Excellence. Each pillar represents a fundamental commitment to ensuring that Dowling Catholic remains a leader in Catholic education, fostering an environment where students thrive spiritually, academically, and personally.
Academic Excellence
Excellence in education is at the heart of Dowling Catholic’s mission. Gifts directed toward the Maroon Fund support curriculum enhancements, faculty development, technology upgrades, and innovative programs that challenge students to achieve their highest potential. By investing in this pillar, donors help ensure that Dowling Catholic remains a leader in academic achievement and continues to provide students with the skills and knowledge necessary for future success.
Student & Faith Life
Donations to the Maroon Fund ensure that students have access to enriching faith-based experiences, leadership programs, retreats, and extracurricular activities. These opportunities help students grow in their faith, develop character, and engage in service to others. By supporting Student & Faith Life, donors play a vital role in shaping well-rounded individuals who are prepared to lead with integrity and compassion.
School Services
Maintaining a safe, welcoming, and resourceful learning environment is crucial for student success. Contributions to the Maroon Fund provide funding for campus maintenance, security enhancements, student counseling, and health services. These essential resources allow students to focus on their education in a supportive and nurturing environment, reinforcing Dowling Catholic’s commitment to student well-being and development.
By contributing to the Maroon Fund, donors play a vital role in advancing Dowling Catholic’s legacy of excellence. Each contribution directly enhances student opportunities, maintains a high standard of education, and strengthens the school’s commitment to faith-based learning. Together, we ensure that every student has the resources and support needed to succeed and make a lasting impact in their communities. Every gift matters—no matter the size—because collective participation strengthens our school community and ensures continued success for all students.
The Des Moines Region Catholic School Corporation’s (the “Region”), Catholic schools, under the aegis of the Bishop, state that all of the Region’s Catholic schools admit students of any race, color, national or ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the schools. These schools do not discriminate on the basis of race, age, disability, color, and national or ethnic origin in the administration of their educational policies, employment practices, scholarship and loan programs, athletic or other school-administered programs. The employment relationship between the Region and its employees is governed by canon law as well as civil law. As religious institutions, nothing in the Iowa Code and this policy shall be construed as prohibiting the Region’s Catholic schools from imposing qualifications based on religion, sexual orientation, or gender identity when such qualifications are related to a bona fide religious purpose. In addition, schools shall comply with the anti-bullying/anti-harassment laws of the state of Iowa, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act as such may apply to the Region’s Catholic schools.
