e also welcomed back Notre Dame ademy alumnae, including the Class 1974, whose 50th reunion was a yful reminder ofthe enduring spirit our educational mission.
uring Catholic Sisters Week, we were nored to help launch the ikeaCatholicSister campaign, iting 34 congregations nationwide in shared message of hope and vitality. ur international pilgrimage to Prague ought together Sistersfrom our ovinces in the Czech Republic, ovakia, Germany, and the United ates—a moving reminder that our ssion transcends borders and nguages. The visit of Mother Metoda atnicková and Sister Miriam mbová to Omaha was a blessing, riching our time together with their esence, wisdom, and prayer.
e also celebrated moments of cognition and advocacy. Sr. argaret Hickey received Roncalli atholic High School’s Pope St. John XIII Award, honoring her faithful rvice and witness as an educator d advisor.
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Rita Ostry, ND, President, Omaha Province
Leadership
Sr. MaryAnn Zimmer, ND Sr. Rita Ostry, ND, President
Sr. Stephanie Matcha, ND Sr. Mary Kay Meagher, ND Sr. Mary Frances Michalec, ND
Sr. Jan Ludvik, ND
Sr.Theresa Maly, ND
Sr. Corona Humpl, ND
Sr. Dorothy Rolf, ND
Sr. CelesteWobeter, ND
Our Ministry, Our Mission, Our Community
Celebrating the Gift of Our Sisters
The Notre Dame Sisters celebrated the 70 jubilee ofSr. Patricia Posekany, Sr. Anita Rolenc, and Sr. Dorothy Rolf, whose lives offaith and service have touched countless hearts. Sr. Pat devoted herself to compassionate carefor the elderly, offering presence and dignity to those often forgotten. Sr. Anita shared her love of learning through decades ofteaching and music ministry, inspiring generations of students with her wisdom and encouragement to trust in God’s love. Sr. Dorothy’s journey led her from education to chaplaincy and spiritual direction, with her deepfaith guiding her through both moments of sorrow and grace. Together, their ministries embody the Notre Dame spirit of service, gratitude, and trust in God, leaving a lasting impact on the communities they have sofaithfully served.
to R: Sr. Patricia Posekany, Sr. Anita Rolenc, and Sr. Dorothy Rolf
L to R: Sr. Stephanie Matcha, Sr. Theresa Maly, and Sr. Marie Alice Ostry
The Spirit of Notre Dame Academy
The Notre Dame Sisters were honored to welcome alumnae back for the 2024 Notre Dame Academy Reunion, highlighted by the 50th anniversary ofthe Class of1974. This milestone was especially meaningful, as these graduates were the last to receive diplomasfrom Notre Dame Academy before its consolidation with Archbishop Rummel High School toform Roncalli Catholic High School.
Founded on September 8, 1926, Notre Dame Academy opened its doors with 26 students in grades nine through eleven. For nearlyfive decades, the Academy shaped young women through a holistic education rooted in the physical, intellectual, and spiritual development of each student. The Academy closed on May 24, 1974, when 40 seniors received diplomas, bringing the total number of graduates to1,751.
Today, the Notre Dame Sisters continue to carryforward their commitment to education by extending scholarships to students in Catholic schools and supporting programs that empower young mothers with the professional training needed to sustain their families. The reunion not only celebrated cherished memories but also honored a legacy of learning, faith, and service that continues toflourish through the mission ofthe Sisters.
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Together in Prayer, Together in Giving
In Remembrance and Prayer
On November 3, 2024, the Notre Dame Sisters hosted a Memorial Mass, a prayerful celebration honoring the deceased loved ones whom friends, family members, and alumnae entered into the Memorial Association over the past year. Guests were invited to join the Sistersfor this special liturgy and reception. Together, we gave thanksfor the lives of loved ones and entrusted them to God’s eternal care.
Generosity in Motion
On Giving Tuesday 2024, the Notre Dame Sisters invited our community to join us in extending care and compassion to those most in need. Thanks to the generosity of donors, contributions were shared evenly between two vital ministries: Omaha Welcomes the Stranger, which embraces refugees and asylum seekers as they begin new lives in our community, and Safe Homes, which provides survivors of domestic violence with safety, stability, and a path toward independence.
Together, these ministries reflect the Sisters’ legacy of welcoming hearts and open doors. Through Giving Tuesday, friends and supporters helped us continue sharing Christ’s love in Omaha and beyond.
Our Dedication, Our Impact, Our Legacy
LikeaCatholicSister: Shining a National Spotlight on Faith in Action
In March 2025, as the Church celebrated Catholic Sisters Week (March 8–14), the Notre Dame Sisters proudly launched the #LikeaCatholicSister campaign, a groundbreaking national initiative highlighting the dynamic impact of Catholic Sisters today. Created by Mikaela VanMoorleghem, Communications Director for the Notre Dame Sisters in Omaha, NE, the campaign united 34 congregations nationwide in a collaborative effort to challenge stereotypes and showcase the diverse ways religious life continues to serve communities.
Through storytelling, social media engagement, and historical reflections, the campaign emphasized the leadership, advocacy, and compassion of Catholic Sisters in education, healthcare, social justice, and spiritual formation. Participating congregations shared each other’s posts across social media, ensuring that every story reached the widest possible audience.
“For generations, Catholic Sisters have been breaking barriers, advocating for justice, and fostering hope,” said VanMoorleghem. “At a time when manyfind it difficult to see the light ahead, this campaign serves as a reminder that hope is alive. #LikeaCatholicSister celebrates a vibrant, purpose-driven calling that continues to shape communities and inspirefaith.”
The campaign not only highlighted the Sisters’ ongoing ministries but also invited the broader public to reflect on how they, too, can make a difference—living lives of compassion, advocacy, and service in their own communities. National media coverage amplified the campaign’s reach, bringing attention to the powerful, transformative work of Catholic Sisters across the country.
Our Faith, Our Connection, Our Family
A Journey of Connection: Pilgrimages Across Continents
This past year has been a profound reminder ofthe global bond that unites the Notre Dame Sisters. In May, Sisters Margaret Hickey, Rita Ostry, and Celeste Wobeter joined nearly 65 Sistersfrom thefour provinces—Czech Republic, Slovakia, Germany, and the United States for an international pilgrimage in Prague, Czech Republic. Together, they prayed, reflected, and walked sacred ground, from the awe-inspiring Svata Hora Basilica to the burial site ofthe Congregation’s Founder, Fr. Gabriel Schneider. Their journey also took them to places of sorrow, including theTerezin Concentration Camp and a Communist-era labor camp, where they bore witness to suffering and resilience.
Reflecting on the experience, Sr. Celeste shared, “A deeper experience of unity and oneness with all the Sistersfrom different countries was the strongest impact for me. Getting to know one another better—through meals, conversations, and times offaith-sharing left me with a profound sense of connection in our shared charism, vision, and ministries.”
That same spirit of unity and connection came to life again just weeks later when the Omaha community welcomed two visitorsfrom Europe: General Superior M. Metoda Piatnicková and Sister Miriam Bombová. Mother Metoda, who oversees all four provinces ofthe Congregation, makes it a priority to visit each Sister every six years. Her time in Omaha, from June18 to July11, 2025, provided a cherished opportunityfor personal conversations, prayerful reflection, and community celebration. Her presence also coincided with the Province Assembly Days, enriching the Sisters’ gathering with her wisdom and encouragement.
In both journeys the pilgrimage abroad and the visit at home—the Notre Dame Sisters experienced the beauty of connection across borders. Whether walking centuries-old cobblestone streets in Prague or sitting together in Omaha, the Sisters continue to live their charism with “welcoming hearts and open doors,” strengthening the bonds offaith and service that unite them as one congregation across four nations.
Honoring Service, Advancing Justice
Living the Gospel Through Service
Sr. Margaret Hickey, ND, was recognized with Roncalli Catholic High School’s highest honor, the Pope St. John XXIII Award, which celebrates individuals who embody the values of service, compassion, and dedication to Catholic education. Sr. Margaret’s involvement with Roncalli Catholic dates back to its1974 merger with Archbishop Rummel and Notre Dame Academy, and she has since been a steadfast advocatefor the school’s mission.
Currently serving on the Board of Directors and chairing the Governance Committee, Sr. Margaret has contributed countless volunteer hours, particularly during the Capital Campaign, helping secure resourcesfor the school’s growth.
Known for her visionary leadership, integrity, and encouragement, she has inspired students, faculty, and fellow board members alike, exemplifying the Notre Dame Sisters’ commitment to justice, service, and carefor others. Humbled by the recognition, Sr. Margaret expressed gratitude to God, her family, the Notre Dame Sisters, and the Roncalli Catholic communityfor shaping her journey.
Sisters Speak Out for Justice
On June 24, 2025, several Notre Dame Sisters, along with NDS Associates, and Communications Director Mikaela VanMoorleghem, participated in a local event in Omaha for Sisters Speak Out, a national prayer and public witness advocating for immigrants and a just economy. Coordinated with gatherings in Washington, D.C., the Omaha event, hosted by the Sisters of Mercy, brought faith-based advocates together to prayfor vulnerable populations, including immigrantsfacing deportation, families being separated, and those affected by proposed cuts to healthcare and food assistance programs.
This local gathering was part of a nationwide movement involving over 50 congregations of Catholic Sisters standing as a moral witnessfor just legislation and an inclusive society.
Their witness is rooted in Catholic Social Teaching which holds that all people are created in the image of God, and callsfor compassionate policies that uphold human dignity and the common good.
We were blessed to reach over $1.9 million in revenue between July 1, 2023, and June 20, 2024.
the sisters support the life enrichment center at Notre dame housing
Notre Dame Housing (NDH), a ministry of the Notre Dame Sisters, continues to thrive in its mission of providing affordable housing, supportive services, and community engagement opportunities for older adults in North Omaha. In 2024, the life enrichment program made remarkable strides in addressing food insecurity and expanding educational programming.
The Life Enrichment Center
Food Pantry has become a trusted source of nourishment and dignity, operating five times per month on a noquestions-asked basis. This past year, the pantry served 10,314 people, a 114% increase from the year before, and distributed over 128,000 pounds of food, a 67% increase. Rising food costs have not slowed this impact;
instead, NDH has met the challenge head-on, ensuring families and seniors have access to fresh fruits, vegetables, dairy, and other essentials.
Beyond food support, NDH also saw tremendous growth in educational and enrichment programming. In 2024, the Life Enrichment Coordinator hosted 1,660 programs, an 12% increase from the previous year, with nearly 23,000 people attending, representing a 38% growth. These programs ranged from educational courses and wellness initiatives to activities preventing isolation among seniors, addressing food insecurity, and fostering diversity and inclusion. The overwhelming community response underscores the
vital role of accessible programming and highlights the importance of the Life Enrichment Coordinator in ensuring these offerings continue to meet community needs.
Together, the growth of the Food Pantry and the expansion of educational programming reflect NDH’s unwavering commitment to health, dignity, and community wellbeing. What began as a neighborhood resource has grown into a beacon of stability, hope, and connection, making a lasting difference for thousands each year.
Our Ministries in Action Safe Homes Empowers Survivors
In 2024-2025, the Safe Homes Program provided critical support to 159 adult survivors of domestic violence and 256 children, distributing approximately $133,500 to help families achieve safe, independent living. The program is designed for survivors who have already taken courageous steps toward healing, including completing counseling, securing employment or funding, signing a lease, and developing an after-care plan. Funds are carefully allocated to support long-term stability, contributing to essentials such as rent, security deposits, utilities, transportation, phone and communication access, furniture, household necessities, and mortgage assistance.
Through our Keeping On program, survivors continue to receive compassionate follow-up support for an entire year, offering a trusted place to ask questions, navigate challenges, and stay connected to resources that strengthen their long-term independence.
By strategically investing in survivors who are fully engaged in rebuilding their lives, Safe Homes ensures that resources directly empower families to establish lasting security and independence. Through this program, the Notre Dame Sisters continue their commitment to providing practical, life-changing support for those overcoming the challenges of domestic violence.
Our Legacy, Our Tomorrow
A Historic Step in Our
Inthecomingyear,weareplanning a changeinourgovernancestructure. Morethan acenturyagowhenwehad becomefirmlyestablished intheUnited States,weweredesignated a province, ageographicareaofacongregation thatexercisesacertain amountof independent provincial leadership underthecongregation’srule. Inthe NotreDamecongregation, provincial leadershipiselected. Becauseofour shrinking numbers,electionsareno longerfeasibleforus.TheSistershave votedtoaskourinternational congregational leadershiptodesignate usacanonical house, aformof governanceinwhichwearenolonger an independent province,but a house with a leadershipteam appointed bythe GeneralSuperior. Wefeelveryfortunate tobemakingthischangeright now
The purpose of the Notre Dame Memorial Association is to provide an opportunity to honor, in a significant way, a loved one who has passed away. Below is a list of those enrolled:
Carolyn Shonka Adamy
Fred J Aliano, Sr
Rita C Bachmann
Nadirah Bahaar
Elizabeth Bahle
Sr. Marlene Bakken ND
Sr. Angeline Barta ND
Celestine Bartek
Leland J Bauer
Felix Beda
Tony Belsky
Vic & Bernadette Benes
Joseph John Beninato, Jr
Sandra K Bennett
Amy Beran
Forest Berg
Janet Bergmann
Sr. Antonia Bina ND
Sr. Raphael Bina ND
John C Bjornsen
Ray & Lanone Bosn
Leo & Hattie Bougger
Clarence & Anne Boyle
Ervin J & Agnes Brabec
Michael Brainard
Clair & Lucille Brannen
Eugene Brecka
Dr. Thomas Bruns
Cheryl K Bryer
Geraldine Budny
George & Blanche Buglewicz
Teresa M Butkus
Tom Byers
Casey Byrne
Judith Ann Caldwell
Marvin J Capoun
Patricia J Cavanaugh
Marty Chapman
Chris Christenson
Philomena Cibula
Elizabeth M Cihal
Mike & Mary Cimino
Emily J Clark
Karen Cloud
Greg Codr
Kathryn A Codr
Frances Collett
Dennis Connealy
Dorothy Conrad
Rev. Dennis Conway
Jim & Alta Cook
Marcella A Cook
Rudy Cornay
Julie Brannen Costello
Charles K Cox
Jim & Jane Coyle
Margaret Hoffman Czyz
Badri Dargahi
Gregory J Davidson, Jr
James E Dealy
Deceased Sisters of St. Adalberts
Rita M Divis
Sr. Camilla Divis ND
Don & Vyiolette Doernemann
John Doerr
Frank & Martha Dolezal
Anthony Dominiak
Carolyn Cordes Dostal
Sr. Germaine Drapel ND
George & Ann Dudek
Don & Marilyn Dugan
Edward Dworak, Sr
Heather Lynn Dworak
Mary Anne Dworak
Linda M Eastman
Georgia Ebel
Patricia J Ecklund
Ronald J Egermier
Bernadette A Egr
Richard M Egr
Sr. Christine Elias ND
William Ellis
Melvin Engler
Robert & Arlene Erusha
Irene Escobedo
Catherine A Evans
Michael P Fangman
Joanne A Feldhaus
Cindy Lopez Fernandez
Linda Marie Feye
LaVerne F Fiala
Sr. Barbara Ficenec ND
Deacon John F Finney
Phyllis D Firestone
Dianne Fitzgerald
Tom Fitzgerald
Janet Fitzpatrick
Eloise I Foltz
Vern Foltz
Rick France
Phil Franco
Charles B Franzluebbers
Michael Frei
Suzanne French-Flug
Donald Frimml
Marilyn J Frimml
Bill & ElenorFurey
Mary Ann Galas
Alvin Gall
John Gall
Ursula Galonski
Jerimiah P Galvin
LaVerna Galvin
Mary Jane Geary
Don & Arlene Geiger
Florian & Carrie Geiger
Ronald E Gentzler
James P Gibbons
Stephanie Gillespie
Tom Goering
Jack D Gohr
Gladys Graham
Al & Cleo Grohmann
Donald Guier
Henry & Clem Gurney
Marlene C Hahn
Timothy M Halloran
Chris Haman
Jeanette Haman
Robert L Hansen
Sharon Hansen
Bette Hansman
Leo A & Kristine A Hanus
Thomas Harding
Bob Harris
Harold & Lolagean Harris
Gayle Hattan
Patricia Hausman
Linda M Havelka
Steven T Havlicek
Edith Havlovic
Joseph V Havlovic
Raymond J Havlovic
Robert P Havlovic
Janet M Hayek
Sr. Michelle Hayek ND
Sr. Phyllis Ann Hayek ND
Bill Hazell
Gerald & Patricia Head
Mary Headley
Sr. Phyllis Marie Heble ND
Delvin & Marlene
Hegemann
Lawrence F Heimann
Joseph & Rita Helman
Duane Henrichson
Sr. Elaine Herold ND
Jay Hicks
Linda Grosz
Hiller Carol Hobza
Thomas V Hoffmann
Andy Holbeck
Ron Hood
Janet E Horacek
Neil Horihan
Paul & Clare Hotovec
Alan J Hotovy
Cyril & Julia Hotovy
John B & Slyvia A Hotovy
Roger & Janelle Hotovy
Helen Houska
George & Marcie Hraban
James J Hubschman
Robert J Huck
Raymond L Huelskamp
Guadalupe Huerta
Mark Hulbert
Dennis R Hurt
Ronald S Hutfless
Trish Hynes
John M Jack
Alice Jacobson
Albert & Rose Jambor
Hariette Janicek
Sr. Alma Janousek ND
Ronald Jarecki
Theresa M Jasnowski
Kenneth E Jaworski
Virgean E Jelinek
Allen R Jensen
Norbert & Jane Kalkowski
Sr. Elwyn Kapler ND
Andrew J Kavan
Ethel M Kavan
George Kavan
Olivia Guerra Keating
Eli A Keenan
Notre Dame Sisters Pray For...
Fred & Mary Kempnich
Jodeena Kempnich
Hugh & Mary Ellen Kerwin
Jan Kilbride
Jeremiah V King
Curt Kopperud
Arthur Koterba
Joan Kovar
Joe & Marie Kozisek
Sr. Eleanor Kramolish ND
Louise A Krejci
Lillian Zaloudek Krippner
Mary Lou Kroenke
Mike & Lucille Krupski
Sr. Mary Beth Kubesh
Sr. Perpetua Kubicek ND
Sr. Rita Kucera ND
Matt Kucks
Doris Kuhl
Mary Kukstys
Nicholas D Kuncl
Allen Kuzelka
Loren R Kuzelka
Ronald Kuzelka
Brenna N Kyler
Michael R Lappe
Lynne Marie Laux
Josephine Brazda Lawton
Victor &Helen Lazzard
Marie Buglewicz Leeper
Gus & Jan LeMaster
Vernon & Josphine Less
Michael Liebentritt
Virginia C Little
James F Lohmeier
Nick & Lucille Lorkovic & Family
Marie Lucas
Robert H Lucas
Robert A Luenberger
Daniel C Lynch, Sr
Neal C Mace
Lad & Emily Mach
Steven J Mach
Darlene L Macrander
Bud & Elsie Mahlberg
Ed Maise
Nancy Ricceri Major
Valerian J Makovicka
Wilma E Malina
Frank G Mancuso
Julia Mannix
Margaret Welchert Manson
Edward Marcinek
Frank & Anna Mares
Sr. Barbara Markey ND
Janice Marshall
Joan Diederich Martens
Theresa Massey
John & Kristina Masur
Dr. Robert L Matcha
Jerome Mazour
Gerald Mazur
JoAnn McAllister
Patrick McCahill
Dolores Peters McCawley
Francis J McGovern
Rita Ann McGrath
Kathleen McKernan
Bob & Jean McPeck
Sr. Sally Ann McReynolds ND
Bernadette M Meier
Gloria Meier
Jerome A Meier
Joseph D Meier
Kathleen Meintzer
Sr. Mariette Melmer ND
Sr. Paula Melmer SSFC
Jerome Methe
Gerald J Meysenburg
Darlene Miller
Dick & Jean Miller
Glen J Miller
Susan K Mimick
Colleen Minturn
Edwin R Mischnick
Earl V Moeller
Elaine & Rudy Molacek
Betty A Monahan
William J Monahan
Patrick Mooney
Brody & Jon Moravec
Arlis W Morrison
Eugene Murphy
Joseph & Alice Murphy
Dorothy Musel
Patt & Rhonda Myers
Patrick Nalty
Joe & Jean Nekola
Russ & Camilla Nelson
Bud Noble
Evelyn Nolte
James Noonen
Zita Noonen
Linda Nordhues
Martin Nugent
Gerald & Bonnie O'Donnell
Vincent E, James J, &
Chibuzor U Ogbulafor
James Olmstead
James A O'Neil
Betty Stangel Ortmeier
Jerome L Ostry
Sr. Clara Osvald ND
Sr. Mary Jane Osvald ND
Patricia L Ourada
Donald L Palensky
Edward Paltani
Emil & Margaret Papke
Michael L Parizek
David L Parks
Dorothy Paskach
Sr. Delores Pavlik ND
Lora M Pecor
Lorna Racek Pelan
Harold W Penton
Adolph Joseph Perchal
Helen Volenec Perchal
Don L Petrick
Fred Philipp
Fred & Emily Philipp
Mr. & Mrs. Paul Pieper, Sr
Gregory L Pinker
Charles R Pino
John Joseph Pleskac, Jr
Paul & Lucille Pleskac
Sr. Dorothy Pluhacek ND
John & Elsie Pohl
Andrew & Mary Belle Pokorny
Agnes A Polacek
Arline Polacek
Leonard J Polacek
Sr. Robert Polacek
Corinne B Polak
Leonard Polak
Sr. Joan Polak ND
Sr. Loretta Polak ND
Duane Pongratz
Arnold E Pospisil
Roger Poulin
Jean Buglewicz Prazan
Erika Pribnow
Alberta Price
Joe & Theresa Prohaska
Sr. Mary Margeret Putska ND
Lorin, Nadine & Larry Racek
Lori Godek Railsback
Frank & Eleanor Rech
Ronald C Redding
Rosemary Reeves
Rita Reinwald
Margaret Remar
Leonard & Georgia Rerucha
Clem Reuter
Lucille Reynebeau
Adrian J Rezac
John & Emily Rezac
Susan K Rezek
James R Riha
Robert Ritzdorf
Terry W Roach
Rose Marie Rosenberger
Gene & Marion Rosman
Robert M Ruzicka
Sr. Patricia A Sabatka
James E Safranek
Francisco Sanchez
Patricia A Sanley
Betty Ann Satorie
John & Agnes Schaffart
Victor & Irene Schlautman
Joseph & Mary Schlenk
Wayne & Mary Rose Schmid
Clare A Schnase
Charity R Schneekloth
William J Schneiderwind
Marlin & Mary Scholz
Norbert Schuerman
Blanche Duffy Seeny
Thomas F Sheeren
Barbara Sichmiller
Fred W Simmons
Jack Simoes
Anton & Adeline Sisel
Frances A Skripsky
James D Slaven
Adolph & Marcie Sloup
Cyril & Rose Sloup
Marie J Sloup
Sr. Carmelita Smisek ND
Cheryl L Smith
Ed & Ginny Smith
Donald E Soukup
Jane A Soukup
Marie Ann Soula
Alvin F Spicka
Emil J Spicka
Jean Spudick
Joe & Helen Stanek
Leonard Stanek
Julie Starr
Rita T Starr
Rose Marie A Stava
Thomas B Steg, DDS
Larry & Esther Belle Steinbach
Helen Melmer Stewart
Kenneth Stidsen, Jr
Notre Dame Sisters Pray For...
Elizabeth Stienblock
Jason Stratton
Sr. Alphonsa Suda ND
Cash & Leona Sudyka
Leland & Carol Swanson
Henry & Helen Swantek
Albert R Swoboda
Arlene L Swoboda
Duane Swoboda
Johnny Swoboda
Val & Cece Sypal
Dick Tetherow
The Corcoran & Bryne Families
The Deceased Members of the Omaha Retail Meat Dealers
The Schaffart Family
Susan A Theis
Mr. & Mrs. Wilbert Thiele
Barry Thoendel
Marilyn Tisserand
Becky Tometich
Jim & Ann Tourek
Ramon Trachta
Tom & Peg Tracy
Amelia J Tritz
Sue Ellen Trouba
Robert J Tupa
Samuel J Turco
Marguerite M Tvrdy
Ernest Uher
Sr. Gemma Uhlik ND
Steven J Urban
Helene Zaloudek Valek
Glen Vicek
Joanne J Vihstadt
Stefan Visty
Lisa Volenec
Owen Christopher Waldrop
James R & Rose Waszgis, Sr
Bernard Wees
Tom & Ruth Welborn
John Wenninghoff
Rita S Werner
Eugene White
Henry & Janice Whitney
Wallace Wicherski
Fr. Jonathan Williams, OFM
Bob & Lauretta Williams
Mary Ann Williams
Burnadette Wilsey
Katie Barna Wilson
Bernadette M Woita
Agnes Hrnicek Wolfe
S. Anna Wolfe
Dolores Woods
Joseph F Zadina
Mildred A Zadina
John Leo Zimmer
Donald & Sandy Zoulek
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Maria and DeanJacobsen
Anne Kennan+
Rev. Patrick McCaslin
Ada McDermott+
Mary and Joe Ostry
Wes Posekany+
Betty Skov
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Mary & Barry Bongers
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John Matthews
Arthur Ostry
Stephen Sosso
Jo Marie Williams
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Mary and Leonard Sommer
Peg Steffensmeier
Sandy and Bob Stier
Trudy and Richard Stodola
Helen and Dick Swetala
$999 - $500
Kathy and David Trenkamp
Stefanie and John Turco
Pat and Francis Tworek
Mark Walla
Larry Yost
JoAnn and Daniel Zuerlein
In-Kind Gifts
Phyllis & Glenn Chandler
Connie & Ron Determan
Bonnie Evert
Nancy Gaukel
Dorothy& Jack Hain
Jerry Laughlin
Pam & Jim Leonardo
Josephine Lohmeier
Marty & Jerry Minchow
Peggy & Dan Pinkerton
Herm Rauth
Joan Reznicek
Marcia & Don VanMoorleghem
Dan Sanley
Seldin Family
Jane & Joseph Stessman
Jo Williams
Hedy & Ed Winklebauer
We Notre Dame Sisters wish to express our heartfelt appreciation to you, our donors, for your contributions as recorded from July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025.
Every gift we receive is important. The names printed in this year’s annual report reflect our top donors and in-kind gifts This list includes top monetary gifts given July 1, 2024through June 30, 2025. We have made every attempt to publish a complete list of donors. We sincerely apologize if your na inadvertently omitt printed incorrectly.
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WAYS TO GIVE
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ONES WITH PRAYER Honor, in a significant way, a loved one who has died, a friend on a happy occasion, or someone in need of special prayers. You can honor the memory of your family member or friend through the ongoing prayers of the Notre Dame Sisters.
DOUBLE YOUR IMPACT
Many employers offer matching gift programs, matching dollar for dollar, their employees’ charitable contributions. Please check with your Human Resources department today to see if this is an option for you. If so, please complete the form provided by your employer and return it to the Notre Dame Sisters with your gift. We will take it from there!
LEGACY GIVING
Any major gift, made in lifetime or at death as part of a donor’s overall financial and/or estate planning enables philanthropic individuals to make larger gifts to the Notre Dame Sisters than they could make from ordinary income. Others use estate and tax planning. These include gifts of equity, life insurance, real estate, personal property, or cash.
IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS REGARDING THE PRAYER ASSOCIATION, MATCHING GIFTS, OR PLANNED GIVING PLEASE CONTACT US AT 402-455-2994.
