Director of Development at The Sisters of Social Service of Los Angeles - Los Angeles, California, United States
Since 1936 the Sisters of Social Service have worked to address the immediate and long-term needs of people living in poverty. We provide direct social services at centers, camps, shelters, private practices and other non-profits in communities around the world. Additionally, we support local communities and collaborations to empower individuals and transform neighborhoods, while working to create systemic change by educating everyone we meet about the lived realities of the poor and advocating for greater support.The Sisters of Social Service are women of many cultures...We come together to fulfill the Gospel through our work with and on behalf of those who are alienated, struggling, or living in poverty. The right of all people to live in dignity is at the heart of our work and of our religious faith.We trust in the guidance of the Holy Spirit...Our lives are blessed by Benedictine values that* Respect all creation* Spirit of hospitality* Balance of prayer and workWe trust in the guidance of the Holy Spirit as we embark on new ventures to serve the people of God.Our mission is enriched by our Associates...Associates are women and men called to a special identity with the spirit and mission of the Sisters of Social Service. As lay people, the Associates embrace the SSS charism and actively support our ministries.