On Wednesday, November 3, the Friends of CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Foundation had the pleasure of gathering together in the St. Rose Hall of CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Hospital - Medical Center (CSRH-MC) to celebrate the 35th anniversary of the hospital opening its doors. Archbishop Gustavo Garcia-Siller and Father Casmi Dike, Staff Chaplain Priest, presided over the... Continue Reading →
10th Annual National Speakers Luncheon Honored Lacie and Joe Gorder and Featured Dr. Laura Esserman
The Friends of CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Foundation held its 10th Annual National Speakers Luncheon on October 13. Lacie and Joe Gorder were honored with the Beacon Award in recognition of their civic commitment and generous support of our community. Dr. Laura Esserman was featured as the keynote speaker. Lacie and Joe share a desire to... Continue Reading →
Making a Difference This International Day of Charity
On Sunday, September 5, people around the world will come together for one common purpose: to remind us that simple acts of charity and kindness can change the world. Join us in celebrating International Day of Charity 2021! What began as a Hungarian civil society initiative to commemorate Mother Teresa’s death, International Day of Charity on September... Continue Reading →
Our Mission Strengthened By Board Leadership
Without the generosity of our community and volunteer leadership, we would be unable to provide much-needed funding for our CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Hospitals in New Braunfels and San Antonio. This past year, Madelon Yanta Leone, Board Chair, and R. Rene Escobedo, Vice Chair, have helped lead the Friends of CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Foundation to continue... Continue Reading →
Register Today for Sister Michele O’Brien’s Golf fore Friends Tournament!
Join us for a beautiful day of golf and help save lives while you're having fun! Last year, we proudly announced Sister Michele O’Brien’s Golf fore Friends tournament, in honor of her years of ministry and passion towards our mission. The 2020 tournament was unfortunately canceled, but thanks to our incredible donors and sponsors, the... Continue Reading →
Planned Giving – Give the Gift of Hope
Making a difference for those who need it most can be simple. It only takes a few words to leave a gift in an estate plan or will that can change lives for years to come. With a planned gift, you can ensure your life's work is carried on to impact others. Legacy planning is... Continue Reading →
A Round of Applause for Our Amazing Associates
Since March of last year, our Associates have been on the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic treating the sick, aiding those in need, and now administering the vaccine to continue to protect our community, starting with our health care workers. The need to help others is rooted deep in Santa Rosa’s history, and will... Continue Reading →
Give the Gift of Healing This Giving Tuesday!
We all could use a little joy, kindness, hope, and a reason to smile these days. On Tuesday, December 1, people around the world will come together for one common purpose: to encourage others to do good while giving back to their communities. Since it's inception in 2012, #GivingTuesday has inspired hundreds of millions of... Continue Reading →
A Season of Thanks
This year has brought many challenges, as well as many moments to reflect on all of the good and joyful things in our lives. With Thanksgiving approaching, we wanted to take a moment to thank you, our donors, for your continued support of The Children's Hospital of San Antonio Foundation and the Friends of CHRISTUS Santa Rosa... Continue Reading →
With A New Year Approaching – New Foundation Leadership and New Opportunities Of Hope
In late June of this year, John Bel, President of The Children's Hospital of San Antonio Foundation and Vice President and Chief Development Officer of the Friends of CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Foundation, announced his retirement after serving selflessly for the last 10 years. During John’s current tenure, The Children’s Hospital of San Antonio Foundation has... Continue Reading →