CDF provides a wide range of financial services, including our internet service CDF Online, to the following Catholic entities: Parishes, Diocesan Schools, Colleges, Parents and Friends Associations, Religious Congregations, Diocesan Agencies and Other approved Organisations.
Payment Option for School Fees
CDF provides a direct debit facility for the payment of Diocesan school fees. Download the Direct Debit School Fees form 
to apply for this convenient option.
CDF can also provide direct debit facilities to other agencies within the Church, contact us to discuss your needs.
Deposits
CDF Account Benefits
- All deposits and interest are guaranteed by the Diocese of Wollongong
- You earn an attractive rate of interest
Cheque Accounts
With the added benefit of a cheque book, this is a convenient way to access your operational funds.
 $1 |
to | $4,999 | 0.25%pa |
| $5,000 |
to | $49,999 | 0.50%pa |
| $50,000 |
to | $99,999 | 1.00%pa |
| $100,000 |
to | plus | 1.25%pa |
* Interest calculated daily.
Download the latest Interest rates for Parish, School, P&F, Church Organisations for CDF products.
iCash Plus Account
iCash Plus is an internet-based transaction account that offers a short-term cash management solution for schools, parishes and Church organisations.
| Minimum opening deposit |
$10,000 | ||
| Minimum transaction |
$5,000 | ||
| On whole balance |
6.75% pa | ||
| Transactions processed via CDF Online only. |
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In the case of no web access, please contact us direct for additional instructions.
Download the latest Interest rates for Parish, School, P&F, Church Organisations for CDF products.
Term Deposits
Term Deposits offer you a high competitive interest rate for locking your funds over a pre-determined time.
| Minimum deposit |
$1,000 |
| Interest paid on maturity |
|
| 3 to 5 months |
7.15% pa |
| 6 to 11 months |
7.40% pa |
| 12 months |
7.65% pa |
| Amounts over $100,000 by negotiation, call the office on 1800 047 703 |
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Other terms can be negotiated, contact us for details.
Download the latest Interest rates for Parish, School, P&F, Church Organisations for CDF products.
Interested in applying? Download the Interest rates for Parish, School, P&F, Church Organisations and post back to us.
Lending
The CDF gladly accepts loan applications for consideration from all Catholic Church entities, with very competitive interest rates.
LOAN interest rates
| Parish | Church buildings |
7.50%
|
| Other |
8.50%
|
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| School |
8.70%
|
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| Church Organisations |
8.70%
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Download the latest Interest rates for Parish, School, P&F, Church Organisations for CDF products.
Advantages of a CDF Loan
- Highly competitive interest rates
- No account keeping fees or exit charges
- Flexible and simple approach
- Partnership (common Catholic ethos)
- Personalised service
- Supporting the Catholic Church in our Diocese
CDF representatives are available to personally assist you in completing your loan application. Below are some self help checklists for you to use. Simply click on the links to view and to open the application forms.
Download helpful information on 5 Steps in applying for a loan with the CDF for school buildings and parishes . To apply, print out and fill in the Loan for Parishes and Schools application form and post back to us.
Download helpful information on 4 Steps in applying for a School IT Loan with the CDF . To apply, print out and fill in the School IT Loan application form and post back to us.
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