A recent gift will allow the Diocese of Pittsburgh to make financial assistance more widely available for elementary education.

The diocese announced the “major new investment” in Catholic elementary education through a significant Educational Improvement Tax Credit gift from an anonymous donor. The contribution will help expand financial assistance for families and strengthen long-term access to Catholic education, the diocese said.

The diocese is implementing an updated model for financial assistance for the 2026-27 school year so every family who applies for financial aid receives some level of financial support, regardless of family income.

“We are deeply grateful for this generosity, which allows us to serve more children, strengthen our schools and remain faithful to our mission of forming students in faith, knowledge and service,” Bishop Mark Eckman said in a news release.