Portiuncula Foundation's Guiding Principles

In keeping with its mission to advance the health and well-being of people in areas where the sisters live and work, the Portiuncula Foundation strives to:

P romote programs that address root causes of poverty or focus on systemic change as well as empower the marginalized, especially women
and children

E ndorse initiatives that advance health, wellness, and education

A ct as responsible and just stewards of the charitable fund in conformity with the ethical and social teachings of the Roman Catholic Church

C hampion a broad vision of health that includes spiritual, emotional, physical, social, and economic wellbeing

E ncourage collaborative efforts

Advancing health and well-being in areas where the sisters live and work