Organization
The Beatitudes Auxiliary is a separate organization from the Beatitudes Campus and is registered as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. As such, it receives no funding from the Campus. It can raise money, has a separate treasury, and every dollar raised by the Auxiliary is returned to the Campus.Mission
The Beatitudes Campus Auxiliary's Mission states: "The primary mission of this organization shall be to make the Beatitudes Campus a true home and to enhance the quality of life of the residents."Founding
The Beatitudes Campus Auxiliary was founded in 1965 by members of the Church of the Beatitudes, initially to drive residents to medical appointments. But it has grown!Programs and Activities
To accomplish this, the Auxiliary: + + Donates significant funds to the Campus to enhance the lives of residents. Since it was established in 1965, the Auxiliary has contributed more than $2.5 Million to enrich the lives of Beatitudes Campus residents. + + Manages** The Backstreet Boutique, the Campus' resale shop, and staffs it with volunteers,
** The Campus Library, purchases books and staffs it with volunteers, ** The Information Desks at Plaza North, Plaza South and Plaza View buildings, and staffs them with volunteers ** Publication of The Beeper, a quarterly newsletter. + + Sponsors or co-sponsors events including a Spring Luncheon and a Fall Fashion Show, a New Year's Eve Gala, ice cream socials, and member luncheons. It also provides holiday gifts for residents of Plaza View and the Health Care Center.
