Providence Foundation, a 501c (3) tax exempt organization, was established in 1993 to secure philant Ascension Providence Foundation: Since 1993, Ascension Providence Foundation has worked with our generous philanthropic community to invest in the health of Central Texans by supporting Ascension Providences mission and ministry. We work to secure philanthropic gifts from generous benefactors to assist Ascension Providence in its pursuit of excellent and innovative healthcare. Our initiatives reflect our commitment to faith-based healthcare and the tradition of the Daughters of Charity for quality, respectful, reliable and compassionate services.