For the upkeep of our 89-acre Sylvania campus grounds and buildings, which house our Franciscan ministries and generalate offices, as well as the Sisters' residence halls. Vehicles are also purchased through this fund.
Total expense is approximately over $500,000.
The Portiuncula Shrine (altar pictured above left) is an exact replica of the church that St. Francis of Assisi helped to rebuild. With donor support, the Portiuncula received a new roof and some minor renovations recently. The prayer garden across from the Portiuncula (pictured above right) provides another spot for quiet reflection.
