Catala Club Endowed Scholarship Fund in memory of Annette Bertram
For decades, the Catala Club, a service organization for women, has supported educational programs and scholarships for students at Santa Clara University. Club members continue to raise funds for the University and currently maintain seven scholarships.In the early days of the Catala Club, members provided service to the Jesuit Community at SCU caring for vestments, altar linens, and other needs. The club gradually extended its service to the University in keeping with its motto “Service, Support, and Spirituality.” Now, Catala Club members are dedicated to providing financial assistance to Santa Clara University undergraduates.
The approximately 300 members are connected in a variety of ways to the University. Members are alumnae of Santa Clara, relatives of students, wives of SCU alumni, mothers or relatives of Jesuits. The group also includes women benefactors and friends of the University. The Catala Club volunteers organize large fundraisers each year for scholarships.
The Catala Club Endowment Fund in Memory of Annette Bertram was established in 2016 through an estate gift. Annette “Ann” Bertram was an active Catala Club member and its president from 2004 to 2006.
Impact
The Catala Club Endowment Fund in Memory of Annette Bertram was established to provide financial assistance for undergraduate students with financial need at Santa Clara University.