Dr. Mary Ellen Olbrisch

Dr. Mary Ellen Olbrisch, a psychologist and 1970 graduate of the Sisters of Providence Mother Theodore Guerin High School in River Grove, Illinois, made a Qualified Charitable Distribution from her IRA to the Sisters of Providence, she said, in part because it was money that would otherwise be taxed and in part because she wanted to leave a gift that would benefit the sisters during her lifetime. Most importantly, she gave because she believes in the work of the sisters, past and present. Her gift allowed her the opportunity to be a part of that work and to honor two of the sisters whom she admires greatly.

Donors are the lifeblood of the Congregation. Mary Ellen is one of many donors who help make the continuation of the mission and ministries of the Sisters of Providence possible. 

It’s the support of our benefactors that allow the Providence Community to make love, mercy and justice more visible in the world. Whether you give through money, time, talent or energy, each contribution to the Sisters of Providence has a lasting effect.