The Friends of CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Foundation is honored to award Mrs. Barbara B. Gentry with the Beacon Award for her outstanding service to the community and generous philanthropic support at the 9th Annual National Speakers Luncheon on Wednesday, October 2. Barbara currently serves on the boards of directors of the Army Residence Community, The... Continue Reading →
Bringing Health Care to Women in our Community
Have you had a mammogram this year? The CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Mobile Mammography Unit (MMU) provides free mammograms to women without insurance or the ability to pay and serves as a link to the greater health care community by partnering with other organizations to provide education, outreach, and access to treatment. Through philanthropic support, the MMU... Continue Reading →
Celebrating Santa Rosa’s 150th: A personal story – Sister Michele O’Brien, CCVI
Sister Michele O’Brien, CCVI, is a Sister of Charity of the Incarnate Word of San Antonio & Development Specialist at the Friends of CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Foundation. She has spent over 50 years in healthcare in many and various positions including nurse, x-ray, community health director, advocate/lobbyist, foundation development officer, and administrator. Sister Michele has... Continue Reading →
Our Associates Give From Within to Support Our Ministry
In 1869, 150 years ago, CHRISTUS Santa Rosa was founded by the Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word. This year, we celebrate our 150th anniversary by establishing the 1869 Society. At CHRISTUS Santa Rosa, philanthropy is very much a part of our culture and ministry. Each hospital we serve is greatly impacted by philanthropy.... Continue Reading →
Thank You, Golf fore Friends Attendees!
Thank you to everyone who attended and sponsored the 8th Annual Golf fore Friends Tournament! It was an incredible day filled with sunshine and our generous friends. A special thank you to our presenting sponsors: Avaya, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas, Dell Technologies, and Pathology Reference Laboratory. Golfers began their day with a delicious... Continue Reading →
Swing Into Action At Golf Fore Friends!
The 8th Annual Golf Fore Friends Tournament is heating up! Join us on the green for a beautiful round of golf and fundraising on Friday, March 29, at the Hyatt Hill Country Golf Club. As always, gifts raised from Golf Fore Friends will benefit CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Hospitals. The annual golf tournament is a great... Continue Reading →
Leave a Lasting Legacy
Ensure your life’s work carries on a cause that’s close to your heart. Legacy planning is one of the most effective ways to retain control of your wealth during your lifetime, strengthen charities that best reflect your values, limit potential federal estate taxes, and secure your families well being. Consider making a planned gift to... Continue Reading →
Bring In The New Year By Saving A Life
Cheers to a new year and another chance to lend a hand. As we close the door to 2018, we thank each and every one of you who has helped to support The Children's Hospital of San Antonio Foundation and the Friends of CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Foundation. Another new year brings new opportunities to become... Continue Reading →
Celebrating 26 Years of Smiles and Service
If you've visited The Children's Hospital of San Antonio Foundation and Friends of CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Foundation office in the last 26 years, you were likely greeted by the same woman each time: the one and only Mrs. Barbara Hill. Since joining the team on December 13, 1993, Barbara has been the smile greeting donors... Continue Reading →
You Can Give Hope This Giving Tuesday
On Tuesday, November 27, people around the world will come together for one common purpose: to celebrate and encourage giving back. Celebrated on the Tuesday after Thanksgiving, and after the widely recognized Black Friday and Cyber Monday, #GivingTuesday kicks off the charitable season; the perfect time to focus on your holiday and end-of-year giving. #GivingTuesday is... Continue Reading →