Who We Are
Ladies of Charity is a Catholic, nonprofit public organization of women whose mission is to raise monies to benefit education for low-income youth. We fulfill this mission by dedicating our energies for the benefit of Sacred Heart Nativity Schools in San José, CA.
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Our History
Ladies of Charity was originally formed under the direction of Archbishop Edward Hanna in 1931. The 20 member organization primarily focused its fundraising efforts for St. Elizabeth's Day Home in San José which was operated by the Sisters of Holy Family. The alliance continued until the school closed in June 2015. Instead of disbanding, Ladies of Charity unanimously decided to continue fundraising efforts to benefit education for low-income youth.
“Whoever is generous to the poor lends to the Lord,
and he will repay him for his deed.”
[Proverbs 19:17]
What We Do
All active members commit to actively participate in and financially support any fundraising activity as recommended by the Executive Board for the direct benefit of Sacred Heart Nativity Schools.
We meet the second Monday of the month from Sept. through May.
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Ladies of Charity's annual BBQ Fundraiser at Saratoga Springs on Sunday, August 10, was a great late afternoon/early evening gathering of almost 100 guests, eager to partner with the group to raise funds for the middle school students at Sacred Heart Nativity School.
There was a lot of enthusiastic bidding for the ten fabulous Silent Auction packages on display that were viewed during the Social gathering when guests were treated to homemade appetizers and bottomless libations! The excitement continued to percolate when the bidding got underway for a week-long trip to Kauai, a day-long Fishing Trip from Santa Cruz Harbor and a Focaccia Making Class for Six during the Live Auction commandeered by auctioneer extraordinaire, Frank Sunseri of Sunseri Auctions! Having purchased their beads, guests were all ready to play the ever-fun Heads or Tails game, led by Frank as the “tosser” of the coin, hoping to nab the prize of a Wine Dinner for Six at Tony & Alba’s Pasta & Pizza that was generously donated by the restaurant with wines donated by Guglielmo Winery.
We had super food cooked for us by the staff including Prime Rib, Chicken, Hot Dogs if one desired, Penne Pesto Pasta, Grilled Vegetables, Garlic Bread, Caesar Salad and S'mores for dessert! The DJ lead us in line dancing and later played music for those who wanted to swing dance and even Rumba!
We thank all who came and joined us - and those that couldn't and still supported us. Join us next year - we would love to see you there to help us fulfill our mission to help break the cycle of poverty through education. We also thank the staff at Saratoga Springs for always being so hospitable and wonderful! See you next year!