Education
Charitable gifts through Mercy Foundation help fund education programs and services that empower children and adults to reach their full potential.
![Cristo Rey High School students](https://supportmercyfoundation.org/image/mercy-foundation-images/spotlight-photos/Cristo-Rey-Opening101-588pxWide.jpg)
Known as “the school that works,” Cristo Rey High School Sacramento offers students with limited economic resources a rigorous college-preparatory education combined with a unique Work-Study program—working with partner employers throughout the area, students learn professional work skills while generating income to offset the cost of their education.
![Mercy Center Auburn](https://supportmercyfoundation.org/image/mercy-foundation-images/detail-page-images/Mercy-Auburn-588px-WIDE.jpg)
Sponsored by the Sisters of Mercy, Mercy Center Auburn in the Sierra Nevada foothills offers individuals and non-profits a retreat and conference space for contemplative dialogue and learning. Gifts from Mercy Foundation donors enables the Sisters of Mercy to offer use of the center on a sliding payment scale for low-budget community groups. Visit mercycenter.org for more information.