Cultivating Catholic Professionals for Virtuous Leadership
OUR MISSION
The Leonine Forum cultivates a vibrant network of virtuous leaders and empowers them to form fully-integrated lives of faith in order to apply the Social Teachings of the Church within their professional and civic lives.
A Fully-Integrated Life
In sessions led by Catholic thought leaders and practitioners from around the country, Leonine Fellows grapple with the most important questions at the intersection of faith and public life.
Intellectual Formation
Living a fully-integrated life is an activity not only of the mind, but also of the body and spirit. Leonine Fellows have regular opportunities for Mass, Eucharistic Adoration, confession, and spiritual direction.
Spiritual FORMATION
In a culture that misconstrues leadership as earthly power, Leonine Fellows know that authentic leadership is actually service. The Leonine network offers dynamic opportunities to serve their communities and each other personally and professionally.
Service
Through civic engagement, service, employment, and networking opportunities, Leonine Fellows engage with the broader culture as industry leaders and informed, articulate advocates.
Cultural Engagement
Leonine Chapters
WASHINGTON, DC • NEW YORK CITY • CHICAGO • LOS ANGELES • DALLAS • DENVER
APPLY TO JOIN LEONINE
Applications to join Leonine through the First-Year Fellowship in Washington DC,
New York City, and Chicago are now open. The Washington DC and New York City deadline is July 13, 2026. The Chicago deadline is August 31, 2026.
Applications to join Leonine in Dallas, Denver, and Los Angeles are open and will close November 2, 2026.
“The Leonine Forum is the premier training ground for Catholic leaders… I can attest that Leonine provides the rare intellectual architecture and network needed to navigate today’s complex public square with integrity. I consistently point rising leaders toward the Leonine Forum, because few formation programs so seamlessly anchor professional success to a clear moral compass — to the lasting benefit of the Church and the wider community.”
ROB HAYS
ExoStat Medical
“I have been involved with Leonine Forums for years, and the people it forms are among the most impressive young Catholics I have met. In these extremely difficult times, having a deep understanding of the Catholic Tradition is essential for any Catholic who is a leader in any sector. I encourage every young professional I meet to apply to the program”.
Jonathan Reyes
Knights of Columbus
“Wondering what the future of the Church looks like? It’s here. The Leonine Forum is the future of the Church. Today’s Leonine Fellows are tomorrow’s Catholic leaders–faithful, dynamic, and committed to serving God and the Church. The Leonine Forum provides a year of unparalleled formation and spiritual guidance, while connecting the Fellows with a growing national network of outstanding Catholic leaders. It is a tremendous gift to the Church! “
Mary Rice Hasson
Ethics & Public Policy Center
“Every Catholic should want the Leonine Forum to succeed. A new generation of Catholic leaders is rising—and the Leonine Forum is ready to help them lead our society back to the truth.”
TIM BUSCH
NAPA INSTITUTE
“The Leonine Forum is a much-needed program to help the most talented young Catholic professionals build the most solid foundation in their lives for virtuous leadership.”
LEONARD LEO
CRC Advisors
“The camaraderie among Leonine Fellows is extraordinary. The opportunity to work with Fellows from across the country, and across professions, is supercharged by our shared missions and values. We grow as professionals and as sons and daughters of God through this support and exchange of ideas.”
Francie Broghammer
LA Leonine Fellow
“The Leonine Forum is at the cutting edge of the New Evangelization, bringing the best of Catholic social thought and doctrine to bear on a turbulent period in our national history.”
GEORGE WEIGEL
ETHICS AND PUBLIC POLICY CENTER
“Leonine addresses the world’s need for fraternity, communion, and virtue. By bringing out the best in all the Leonine Fellows, and encouraging us to fulfill our God-given potential, each Fellow can be a channel of grace to others in the world. Together, we work to evangelize a world that is so often hostile to the truth.”
John Ketcham
NYC Leonine Fellow