activities · 11
what they do
direct service · 11
- Church and School OperationOperates a church and school that serve the descendants of the O'odham people in the San Xavier District of the Tohono O'odham Nation.
- Employment of preservation staff Mission Restoration & Structural PreservationEmploys a Preventative Conservation Technician and a Director of Preservation to support the ongoing conservation and maintenance of Mission San Xavier del Bac.
- Mission Docent Program Historic Route & Cultural Heritage InterpretationDirects a docent program that provides thirty-minute guided tours of Mission San Xavier del Bac six days a week, using trained volunteers knowledgeable in the mission's history, architecture, and culture. The program is being rebuilt after a three-year hiatus due to the pandemic.
- Mission Docent Program Historic Route & Cultural Heritage InterpretationOperates a Mission Docent Program that provides trained volunteers to offer thirty-minute tours of Mission San Xavier del Bac six days a week, educating visitors on its history, architecture, and culture.
- Mission San Xavier Docent Program Historic Route & Cultural Heritage InterpretationOperates a docent program that provides thirty-minute tours of Mission San Xavier del Bac six days a week, utilizing volunteers trained in the history, architecture, and culture of the Mission. The program is currently being rebuilt after a hiatus.
- Mission San Xavier Staffing for Preservation Mission Restoration & Structural PreservationEmploys a Preventative Conservation Technician and a Director of Preservation to oversee the ongoing care and maintenance of Mission San Xavier.
- Mission San Xavier del Bac Preservation and Restoration Mission Restoration & Structural PreservationUndertakes and funds extensive preservation and restoration projects for Mission San Xavier del Bac, including a 30-year restoration project, rehabilitation of the retablo facade, repairs to the East and West Towers, and interior conservation, having raised over $11 million since 1978.
- Mission San Xavier del Bac Preservation and Restoration Mission Restoration & Structural PreservationUndertakes and funds the conservation, preservation, and restoration of Mission San Xavier del Bac, including specific projects like the retablo facade, the East Tower, and the West Tower, and has raised over $11 million for this work since 1978.
- O'odham Community SupportOperates a church and school that serves the descendants of the O'odham people in the San Xavier District of the Tohono O'odham Nation.
- Operation of church and school in San Xavier DistrictOperates a church and school serving descendants of the O'odham in the San Xavier District of the Tohono O'odham Nation.
- Restoration and preservation of Mission San Xavier del Bac Mission Restoration & Structural PreservationLeads long-term restoration and preservation projects at Mission San Xavier del Bac, including a 30-year restoration initiative, interior conservation, and targeted campaigns for structural repairs such as the East and West Towers. Has raised over $11 million since 1978 for these efforts, including funding from grants like Save America’s Treasures and the Getty Foundation.
strategies · 11
how they think
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- Community-centered holistic service model community-centered mission modelIntegrates spiritual, educational, and social services to support the O'odham community through a holistic, community-centered approach that reflects the organization’s founding mission and values.
- Conservation-focused preservation model conservation-focusedFocuses on the ongoing conservation, maintenance, and restoration of Mission San Xavier del Bac through dedicated preservation efforts, ensuring the structural and cultural integrity of the National Historic Landmark.
- Educational outreach and cultural storytelling historic_preservationEngages and inspires visitors by sharing the historical, architectural, and cultural significance of Mission San Xavier del Bac, strengthening public connection and support for its preservation.
- Financial Sustainability for Conservation financial_sustainabilityThe organization ensures financial sustainability for its conservation efforts by fully funding new projects through grants or other sources before launch and aiming for its endowment's interest to cover most annual conservation maintenance costs at the Mission within a decade.
- Financial Sustainability through Pre-funding and Endowment Growth financial_sustainabilityThe organization ensures financial sustainability by requiring all new projects to be fully funded before launch and by aiming for its endowment's interest to cover most annual conservation maintenance costs at the Mission within a decade.
- Financial sustainability model financial_sustainabilityEnsures long-term financial viability by requiring full funding through grants or other sources before launching new projects and building an endowment to cover most annual conservation costs within a decade.
- Founder-inspired recognition model founder-inspired recognition modelRecognizes individuals whose sustained commitment reflects the founding mission and values of the organization, reinforcing cultural continuity and long-term engagement with its core principles.
- Historic Preservation and Education historic_preservationThe organization focuses on ongoing maintenance and restoration to preserve Mission San Xavier del Bac, a National Historic Landmark, while also educating and inspiring visitors by sharing its story and architectural significance to secure its future.
- Historic Preservation and Education historic_preservationThe organization focuses on ongoing maintenance and restoration to preserve Mission San Xavier del Bac, while also educating and inspiring visitors by sharing its story and significance to secure the future of the culturally important site.
- Holistic Community Support community-centered mission modelThe organization integrates spiritual, educational, and social services to support the O'odham community, operating on a holistic, community-centered mission model.
- Holistic Community-Centered Mission Model community-centered mission modelThe organization integrates spiritual, educational, and social services to support the O'odham community through a holistic, community-centered mission model.
named programs · 2
what they call their work
The 1783 Society
A program to recognize individuals who leave a legacy in their will, trust, or estate plan, or make a current gift of $10,000 or more to Patronato’s Endowment Fund.
The White Dove Campaign
A fundraising campaign to raise $3 million for extensive repair of the East Tower of Mission San Xavier.
relationships · 15
who they work with
- American Endowment Foundation Funder — Listed as a supporter of Patronato San Xavier.
- Buckeye Senior Center Partner — Listed as a supporter of Patronato San Xavier.
- Diocese of Tucson Partner — Gerald F. Kicanas, Apostolic Administrator for the Diocese of Tucson, serves as an Ex Officio Board Member.
- Dorrance Foundation for Education Funder — Listed as a supporter of Patronato San Xavier.
- Franciscan Sisters of Christian Charity Partner — Religious order operating the school at Mission San Xavier.
- Getty Partner — Provided a grant for the interior conservation and preservation of Mission San Xavier.
- Good Times Travel Inc Partner — Listed as a supporter of Patronato San Xavier.
- Mission San Xavier del Bac Partner — Committed to the conservation, preservation, and maintenance of Mission San Xavier del Bac.
- Morales Restoration and Builders Partner — Worked on the repair and refinishing of the West Tower and received a Governor’s Award for Historic Preservation.
- National Parks Service Funder — Received grant funds via the Semiquincentenial Grant Program for the retablo facade rehabilitation project.
- San Xavier Parish Partner — Fr. Ponchie Vasquez, San Xavier Parish Priest, serves as an Ex Officio Board Member.
- The National Fund for Sacred Places Partner — Selected Patronato San Xavier to participate in a national historic preservation grant-making program.
- Tohono O'odham Nation Partner — Indigenous nation whose descendants are served by the church and school at San Xavier.
- Tohono O’odham Nation Partner — Austin Nunez, Chairman of the San Xavier District of the Tohono O’odham Nation, serves as an Ex Officio Board Member.
- World Monuments Fund Partner — Named Mission San Xavier to the 2016 World Monuments Watch.