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, serving in many and various roles, including registered nurse (RN), x-ray, community health director, advocate/lobbyist, foundation development officer, and administrator.... Continue Reading →
Thank You, Donors!
These last few months have been incredibly daunting for our Associates, their families, our city and country, and countless others across the world. We are overwhelmed with gratitude by our community that has so generously come to our aid as medical teams face ever-changing challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic. We wanted to share how incredibly... Continue Reading →
Answering The Call
In 1869, cholera plagued the growing city of San Antonio. Bishop Claude Dubuis called upon the Sisters of Charity of The Incarnate Word from Galveston to care for the multitude of sick, infirm, and orphaned in the Texas frontier. Three sisters responded, Mother Madeleine, Sister St. Pierre and Sister Agnes. In May, 1869, they left... 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 make a difference. As we close the door to 2019, 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. We had an incredible year, filled with lots to be... Continue Reading →
Give Back This #GivingTuesday
On Tuesday, December 3, 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 a day filled with... Continue Reading →
Join Us As We Ride For Cancer With JoyRide Texas!
Every November, also known as Movember, we raise awareness for men's health issues, such as prostate and testicular cancer. Join us for some JoyRide fun and support the fight against cancer! JoyRide Texas at Alon is hosting Friends Charity Ride for Cancer on November 16 at 11 a.m., with all proceeds benefiting cancer care at... Continue Reading →
Spreading The Word About Breast Cancer Awareness Month
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and we are so thankful for everyone who has helped us spread the word. From hosting the mobile mammography unit (MMU), to hosting an event at your place of business to benefit the Friends Foundation, we are so grateful to all of you for making a difference! Because of... 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 →