named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Non-Credit Courses
Thematic semester-long courses such as "Creatio," "Science, Religion, and the Environment," and "Catholic Bioethics," offering structured exploration of Catholic thought for students and faculty.
Past Programs and Public Lectures
Series of lectures, seminars, and discussions featuring scholars on topics including Catholic theology, science, bioethics, vocation, and the arts, often co-sponsored with academic departments and faith groups.
Retreats and Recollections
Hosts spiritual retreats such as the "Day of Recollection" and women's retreats focused on the Doctors of the Church, fostering personal reflection and faith formation.
Sacred Music Program
Features choral performances, concerts, and liturgical music events by the COLLIS Sacred Music Choir, including Lenten reflections and Marian Vespers.
activities · 4 groups
What they do
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Interfaith and Spiritual Dialogue Programs 1 activity
- Developing Catholic thought, culture, and community at Cornell UniversityEngages students, faculty, staff, and community members of all faith traditions and none in programs that foster Catholic intellectual, cultural, and spiritual life on campus. Activities include public lectures, panel discussions, monthly seminars, and community-building initiatives.
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Religious Education and Instruction 1 activity
- Operating the COLLIS Fellows programRuns a structured program that brings together students interested in deepening their engagement with the Catholic intellectual tradition through fellowship and guided learning experiences.
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Regular Religious Worship Services 1 activity
- Producing sacred music performances and liturgical eventsOrganizes and performs sacred music concerts, choral reflections, and candlelit Vespers services, including seasonal events like Lenten and Christmas concerts, some of which support charitable causes such as Catholic Relief Services.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Delivering non-credit educational courses on Catholic theology and bioethicsOffers non-credit academic courses exploring Catholic theological anthropology and bioethics, covering topics such as the human body, gender, destiny, scientific research ethics, genetic modification, and vaccine development.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$236K
Contributions & grants$236K100%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$185K
Program expenses88%
Admin / overhead11%
Fundraising1%
Salaries & benefits$101K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$196K
Cash$160K
Investments$0
Liabilities$22K
Net assets$175K
Liquid reserves10.4 mo
3 years on record · 2022–2024 · YoY revenue +28.1%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 2
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| ELIZABETH LYON HALL | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 40 | $77K |
| KARL PILLEMER | MEMBER | 1 | $1K |
board members · 5
- ISABELLE PERERA — MEMBER
- MAUREEN O'HARA — TREASURER
- RICK BURGESS — MEMBER
- STEPHEN GARVEY — CHAIR
- STEPHEN J LOUGHLIN — SECRETARY
relationships · 8
Who they work with
- Chesterton House Partner — Co-sponsored multiple lectures, seminars, and events with COLLIS Institute.
- Cornell Department of Music Partner — Co-sponsored music-related events and performances with COLLIS Institute.
- Cornell United Religious Work Network — COLLIS Institute is an affiliate of Cornell United Religious Work.
- Cornell University Partner — Collaborates with Cornell University to develop Catholic thought, culture, and community.
- John Templeton Foundation Funder — Provided grant funding for programs supporting the Catholic intellectual tradition on campus.
- John Templeton Foundation Funder — Provided grant funding for the event through the "In Lumine: Supporting the Catholic Intellectual Tradition on College Campuses Nationwide" grant.
- Lumen Christi Institute Funder — Supported programming through grants funded by the John Templeton Foundation.
- Thomistic Institute Partner — Collaborated on academic courses and symposia integrating Catholic thought with contemporary issues.
strategies · 1
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Catholic Intellectual Tradition in Pluralistic Academiamethodology: catholic_intellectual_traditionBy embedding Catholic intellectual and cultural engagement within pluralistic academic environments, the organization fosters inclusive dialogue and mutual enrichment across diverse faith traditions and non-religious perspectives, because shared academic inquiry strengthens intergroup understanding and deepens communal reflection.