Our Story

Jim & NonaRae began the business and ministry of Totally Catholic Fundraising in 2005 after Jim retired from 16 years of full time parish youth ministry.  Being a veteran youth minister, Jim knew there was a real need for a fundraiser that would be easy, risk-free, and TOTALLY CATHOLIC! Let's face it, most youth ministers are so busy with ministry that fundraising is a headache and an extra "have-to-do", though necessary for many youth groups to function. Jim & NonaRae decided to trust God’s path and a new direction in their ministry and life together and thus began Totally Catholic Fundraising.

NonaRae went home to Our Heavenly Father on November 15, 2023. We praise God for the blessings that continue, and the love NonaRae so selflessly gave to all. Her complete YES to Christ throughout her life and how she loved so fully and without exception reverberates endless ripples. Jim and NonaRae shared a lifetime of love and memories; raised 4 children, were gifted 12 grandchildren, and 2 great-grandchildren. This life we are given is a wild ride and they loved, prayed, played, and lived through it. 

Jim came back on board in the fall of 2026, in retirement, to reconnect with youth ministers and continue to share the opportunity to fundraise TOTALLY CATHOLIC. We are thrilled to have him back on board and it is good for his soul to visit with you!

Kevin & Nicole took over the majority of running TCF in 2010. They have been married 26 years and are blessed with four children; Austin, Tyler, Kayla, and Christian.  Kevin oversees all things warehouse for Totally Catholic Fundraising.  We sometimes consider setting up a tent and ordering in pizza for him during the busy seasons when he "lives" in the warehouse.  Kevin also served in the Army National Guard.  He loves to umpire for baseball, watch his kids play the sports they love, and spend as much time as possible enjoying the beauty of God's creation in the outdoors. 

Nicole runs the ship here at Totally Catholic Fundraising.  She oversees the business, helps anywhere from setting fundraisers to accounting, and loves to share in her love for the Church and the youth with youth ministers across the country.  Nicole worked 6 years in full time parish youth ministry, and served as a volunteer in ministry for 10 years prior, before coming on board at Totally Catholic Fundraising.  She loves having a job where day in and day out there is a feeling of glorifying God by supporting the ministry of those who do His work.  Nicole loves watching football, reading books, and taking time away to enjoy the beauty God has gifted us.