You are invited to the St. Thomas More School's 25th Annual Gala
Here are a few ways that you may be able to help. All contributions are tax deductible:
- Donate an item or service. If you have an item you would like to donate, please complete this form: DONATION FORM, go to www.bidpal.net/stm25thgala, or send via email to Amy Nussbaumer (Amy.Nussbaumer@yahoo.com) or Ruthann Thomas (RuthannConoley@yahoo.com). Examples of donations:
- Tickets to a sporting event, play or concert that you can donate
- A talent/ hobby: photography, cooking, gardening, sport lesson to share
- The facility to host a dinner party or birthday party for a group
- A vacation property/timeshare that you could donate (a few days or even a week)
- A business that you frequent (restaurant, spa, store, fitness facility, summer camp/after school activity) that would be willing or interested in donating an item or gift certificate
We have some new and exciting features this year and look forward to seeing you at the Gala. Discounted room rates are available at the Carolina Inn for those that would like to extend their evening.
Please view our website frequently to view the addition of auction items and features. Within this site you are able to purchase tickets, and bid on and purchase items even if you are unable to attend the event.
Thank you in advance for your time and support and we hope that you can attend. Without you, we would not be able to provide such a wonderful learning environment for our children.
St. Thomas More Annual Gala FAQ:
What?
For the past 25 years, STM has hosted an auction event to raise money for the Home and School Association (HSA) with 100% of the proceeds benefiting the children at STM School. The money raised at the Gala account for approximately
80% of the HSA’s total fundraising dollars each year, which help fund major school projects (technology enhancements, cafeteria tables, smart boards, turf and playground equipment) as well as social events such as Pasta Night and the Ice Cream Social, academic and cultural enrichment activities, several teacher appreciation events, as well as contributions to the school’s tuition assistance program. By contributing to the auction, you are enriching your child’s education and experience at STM Catholic School.
Who Attends?
The Gala is open to all friends, families, and supporters of STM School and generally has over 200 attendees. Tickets will be available on event website in January.
How Does Auction work:
This year there will be several ways to participate with the auction. Some items will be available online prior to the event (
www.bidpal.net/stm25thgala ) and all items will be available at the event through the live and silent auction. The live auction features the vacation packages, in addition to the annual favorites such as 1
st in carpool and Dress Down Day in honor of your child. The silent auction will include themed baskets (e.g., sports-themed basket, Mom’s Day Out) teacher features, class gifts and other special items.
What are Class Gifts?
Each class at STM creates an unique item that is an artistic representation of their faith and talents.
What is a Teacher Feature?
Each STM teacher team donates a unique experience of some kind for your child and their friends. It allows your child to visit with their teacher outside of the classroom environment. Every year, these gifts prove to be some of our most popular items open for bidding.
