Upcoming Events

Kolaches to Benefit Safe Homes
Support Safe Homes by purchasing Kolaches during the North Omaha Pottery Tour.

The Notre Dame Sisters will be busy making these delicous homemade kolaches on October 4th! 

Pre-orders will be accepted until September 20, 2019 or while supplies last.

Kolaches must be picked up between 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM on Saturday, October 5, 2019,

At the Notre Dame Sisters' tent at the Florence Mill, 9102 North 30th Street, Omaha, NE 68112.

Presale limit (6, 1/2 Dozen Packages).

Additional quantities (singles and half dozens) will be available the day of the sale on October 5th while supplies last.

All proceeds go directly to Safe Homes.


Through our Safe Homes Program we provide start-up funds for victims escaping domestic violence situation. Safe Homes offers one-time financial assistance to a woman and her children leaving a shelter or other program that has provided her with education, counseling, support, and a plan as she transitions into independent living.
 
 
Keeping on with Safe Homes 
A second service of Safe Homes is to provide encouragement during the first year to become successful renters.Through Keeping On with Safe Homes a Notre Dame liaison provides regular contact with a recipient to ensure timely rental payments and to help with additional community services.


We are proud to partner with the following organizations:
  • Bethlehem House
  • Catholic Charities - Des Moines, IA
  • Catholic Charities - Omaha, NE
  • Heartland Family Services
  • Siena Francis Homeless Shelter
  • Women's Center for Advancement
 
How it Began
In 1978, Catholic Charities and the Notre Dame Sisters established The Shelter for women and their children fleeing domestic violence. Notre Dame Sisters provided funding and staff support. With significant growth, Catholic Charities took over the administration of the Shelter. It became apparent that a need for assistance with first month rent and utility deposit existed. The Notre Dame Sisters’ vision of service culminated in research that clearly indicated there was a need. Thus, Safe Homes was born.
 
Why We Do This
We, the Notre Dame Sisters and Associates, committed ourselves to alleviate family violence by assisting in providing transitional housing because of the principles of Catholic social teaching.
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The Notre Dame Sisters host several events throughout the year.
The following is an overview of the scheduled events:
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Celebration of Spirit Dinner  - Each year at this event, the Notre Dame Sisters bestow their highest award, the Mother Qualberta Service Award, on an individual or individuals who exemplify the pioneering, service-oriented and generous spirit of Mother Qualberta who founded the Omaha Province of the Notre Dame Sisters. Please contact the Advancement Office at 402-455-2994 for underwriting opportunities.  More Information »

Pork Dinner – The Sisters host a traditional Czech Pork Dinner at St. Phillip Neri's on 30th & Mormon Streets. All funds raised at this event will support the Notre Dame Sisters' Retirement Fund. Check back for 2020 event information. More Information »
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Notre Dame Academy Alumnae Reunion – Alumnae of the Academy join together each summer to reminisce on wonderful memories and catch up with old classmates. The evening includes a Mass, dinner and a delightful program where honored classes have the opportunity to share their stories. Check back for 2020 event information. More Information »

Memorial Mass – The Notre Dame Sisters host an annual Mass to honor those who have entered into our Memorial Association throughout the year. Family and friends of those individuals join together at the Notre Dame Motherhouse Chapel to honor their loved ones. Check back for 2020 event information. Please contact the office at 402-455-2994 or click here for more information.