CCS Gala - Columbus Catholic Schools

COLUMBUS CATHOLIC SCHOOLS GALA

The Columbus Catholic Schools Gala is an annual fundraiser supporting Scotus Central Catholic, St. Anthony, St. Bonaventure, and St. Isidore Elementary Schools. This special event unites faculty, staff, alumni, parents, and friends to celebrate Catholic education while raising essential funds for academics, extracurriculars, and student experiences. The Gala features two parts: an in-person event with dining and live bidding and an online auction where anyone can participate from anywhere. Join us in making a lasting impact on the future of Columbus Catholic Schools!

In-person event: Saturday, April 12, 2025 at the Scotus Dowd Activity Center – 5PM Social Hour & Auction Package Viewing | 7PM Dinner | 8PM Grand Auction | 9:30PM Live Music by the Dave Merkel Show

You can still participate from afar! Online Auction & Giving Site: Open March 24, 2025 – click HERE

Online Silent & Super Silent Auction closes Saturday, April 12 at 8PM
Online Grand Auction closes Saturday, April 12 at 10PM

↓ Click the image below to view the 2025 Gala Catalog! ↓

2025 Gala Chairs

Mike & Kim Dreesen

Fred & Carrie Maguire

Jack & Lisa Meers

2025 Gala Co-Chairs

Anthony & Jennie Krueger

Chad & Julie Urkoski

Travis & Tami Weber

Attend our In-person Gala Event

Your participation in our Gala is vital to the success of this special evening and the future of our students. By purchasing tickets or reserving a table, you are helping to support all four Columbus Catholic Schools—Scotus Central Catholic, St. Anthony Elementary, St. Bonaventure Elementary, and St. Isidore Elementary. Your presence at the Gala ensures that we can continue to provide an exceptional Catholic education to students in our community. Join us for an unforgettable night of celebration, connection, and generosity, all while making a lasting impact on the educational experience of our students. We look forward to seeing you there and are grateful for your support!

Purchase Your Tickets and Tables Here

Check out the Online Auction

This year, we’ve added a Online Grand Auction to our silent and super silent auctions! Can’t attend in person? Bid from anywhere! Don’t miss your chance to bid, win, and make a difference. Browse our online auction and help support the continued success of Scotus Central Catholic, St. Anthony Elementary, St. Bonaventure Elementary, and St. Isidore Elementary. Every bid contributes to enhancing the educational experience for our students and ensures they receive the best in Catholic education. Bid now and be part of this incredible event, no matter where you are!

Check Out the Online Auction Here

Purchase Lottery and Raffle Tickets

Don’t miss your chance to make a difference while having fun! By purchasing lottery and raffle tickets for our Gala, you’re not only entering for the chance to win exciting prizes but also helping support the continued success of all four Columbus Catholic Schools—Scotus Central Catholic, St. Anthony Elementary, St. Bonaventure Elementary, and St. Isidore Elementary. Every ticket you buy contributes to enhancing the educational experience for our students and ensures that they receive the best in Catholic education. Join us in this exciting opportunity to win and give back to our community. Thank you for your generous support!

Purchase Lottery and Raffle Tickets Here

Support our Fund-a-Need

Each year, we pick a focus project to support through our Gala efforts. The Fund-A-Need project for Gala 2025 will support classroom and facility updates, including new paint and carpeting to enhance the learning environment for our students. These improvements will create fresh, welcoming spaces that foster focus, creativity, and school pride. Your generosity will directly impact our students this year!

Give to Support our Fund-a-Need Project

Gala Live Auction Preview

Welcome to our Gala Live Auction Preview! Get ready for an exciting evening of competitive bidding on incredible items, all generously donated by our amazing supporters. This exclusive live auction gives you the chance to take home something truly special while directly supporting Columbus Catholic Schools. Please note, there is no online bidding—these items will only be available during the Gala. Be sure to plan ahead and raise your paddle high! If you can’t attend but still want to participate, you can contact Erin Schmidt to place a proxy bid or bid by phone. Email Erin at eschmidt@colcath.org to set up proxy bidding. Check back for updates as we add more fantastic offerings. Thank you for your generosity—we look forward to an unforgettable night of giving!

View Live Grand Auction Packages Here

Help with Gala Underwriting

Your support as a Gala Underwriter plays a crucial role in the success of this annual event, allowing us to maximize the funds raised for all four Columbus Catholic Schools. Underwriters provide the foundational financial support that helps cover the event’s costs, ensuring that the proceeds from the evening go directly toward enriching the educational experience for our students. By becoming a Gala Underwriter, you make a lasting impact on the future of Scotus Central Catholic, St. Anthony Elementary, St. Bonaventure Elementary, and St. Isidore Elementary. Join us in this important effort to provide exceptional Catholic education in our community. Your generous contribution is deeply appreciated!

Give to Support the Gala Here

Alumni Big Give for the Gala

We are excited to announce the Alumni Big Give in support of the upcoming Columbus Catholic Schools Gala! This initiative invites alumni from Scotus Central Catholic to come together and make a difference in the lives of current and future students. Your generous donations will help fund scholarships, academic programs, extracurricular activities, and more, ensuring that our Catholic schools continue to thrive. No contribution is too small, and every gift makes an impact. Alumni, this is your opportunity to give back to the community that helped shape your future. Let’s make this year’s Gala a resounding success—together!

Scotus Alumni: Big Give for Gala

Donate an Auction Item

We invite you to support the Columbus Catholic Schools Gala by donating a unique item or sponsoring a Grand Auction experience! Your generosity will help raise vital funds for Scotus Central Catholic, St. Anthony Elementary, St. Bonaventure Elementary, and St. Isidore Elementary, directly benefiting our students and supporting the ongoing needs of our schools.

Whether you contribute a special gift, service, or memorable experience for the silent auction or sponsor a high-value Grand Auction item, your involvement will make a lasting impact. Sponsors of Grand Auction items play a key role in funding academic programs while receiving prominent recognition during the Gala as champions of Catholic education in our community.

Join us in making this year’s event a success! Contact us today to donate an auction item or become a Grand Auction sponsor.

Contact: Erin Schmidt, eschmidt@colcath.org, 402-564-7165, ext. 112

Volunteer

Volunteers are needed for Gala 2025 to help make this event a success! Whether you’re an adult looking to lend a hand or a student eager to support the cause, we have a variety of opportunities for you to get involved.