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TRUSTING IN PROVIDENCE

As Little Sisters of the Poor we trust in God’s Providence to care for our elderly family. This might seem precariously naïve in today’s challenging and complex healthcare environment, but trust is what has sustained generations of Little Sisters of the Poor here in the United States and around the world.

Did you know?

  • As a mendicant order, we do not have an endowment. Following the example of our Mother Foundress, each of our Homes relies on the charitable contributions of friends, benefactors, and the community.
  • Caring for our dear ones in a manner respectful of their dignity far exceeds the income received from their small pensions, Social Security, or Medicaid. In fact, more than 1/3 of our annual expenses are covered by your generous support through special events, church collections, thoughtful legacy gifts, and various communications. Grants are also essential sources of income and we are fortunate for funding by local organizations, foundations and trusts.
  • Since 1881, the Little Sisters of the Poor have cared for the elderly poor in Rhode Island. As we continue to trust in God’s Providence, we humbly ask that you make a gift in support of our mission at www.littlesistersofthepoorpawtucket.org.

Donor Testimonials

  • Tom and Fran – It is hard to believe that it was more than fifty years ago when we were first introduced to you… (read more)
  • Michael and Gina – Many who are familiar with the Little Sisters of the Poor often speak of the family spirit in their Homes… (read more)
  • The Tracey Family – The Tracey family grew up hearing about the Little Sisters of the Poor since childhood… (read more)
  • Tom and Renee – It was just about thirty years ago, when we learned about the good works of the Little Sisters of the Poor… (read more)
  • Marianne – Isn’t she something, my mother used to say about Sister Laurelliya as she watched Sister… (read more)
  • Alice – Love is beautiful, but when it is lived out, it’s magnificent! (read more)
  • Paul and Maureen – A few years ago, the Little Sisters of the Poor visited our parish…. (read more)

Ways to donate:

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Online Donation

Online Donation – Click type of online donation above
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Mail a check

Development Office
Little Sisters of the Poor, Jeanne Jugan Residence
964 Main Street
Pawtucket, RI 02860
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Gifts in Kind

Businesses and individuals donate needed items such as food, personal care items, and office supplies. AA and AAA Batteries, Paper Towels, Hard candy, Copy Paper, Gift Cards for restaurants/gas stations/Walmart/grocery stores/garden centers/etc.
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Donation items

The Little Sisters graciously accept new and gently used items including (but not limited to) craft supplies, personal care items, medical equipment and supplies. All items can be delivered to the front entrance. No appointment is necessary.
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Bequest or Estate Gift

Make a lasting gift that will help the Sisters provide for the elderly poor for many years to come. Here is some simple bequest language you can take to your attorney:

“I, [name], of [city, state, zip], give devise and bequeath to the Little Sisters of the Poor Jeanne Jugan Residence in Pawtucket, RI [insert written amount of gift, percentage of the estate or residuary of estate, or description of property] for its unrestricted use and purpose.”

 

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Stock transfer

Contact our Development Office for instructions.
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Workplace Matching Gift

Find out if your company has a matching gift program. We are happy to submit any forms your company requires to match your gift.
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Tribute & Memorial Gifts

These gifts can be in memory of a loved one or to honor a special person in your life.
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The gift of service

Click here to learn more about volunteering in our Home.
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Church collections

It is always a pleasure to visit the parishes throughout Rhode Island on weekends to pray with friends and receive their help. It gives us a chance to greet many of our old friends and make new ones.
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Attend an Event:

Click here to join us for one of our annual events and meet our Sisters and Residents while supporting our ministry.

As a 501(c)(3) charitable organization, donations to the Little Sisters of the Poor at Jeanne Jugan Residence are tax-deductible to the full extent allowed by law.

Our corporate name is Jeanne Jugan Residence of the Little Sisters of the Poor. Our tax I.D. number is: 05-0283791.

For more information on how you can support Jeanne Jugan Residence contact pwdevelopment@littlesistersofthepoor.org or (401) 305-4001.

“Our benefactors: where would we be without them?”

– St. Jeanne Jugan, Foundress of the Little Sisters of the Poor

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