An In-Person and Virtual Gala and Auction to Benefit Our Scholars with a Soul
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On February 25, 2022, alumni, family, and friends of Marian Catholic High School gathered in the Sister M. Paul McCaughey, OP Leadership Center for the Veritas VI Gala and Auction. The evening was the most successful ever, both in terms of attendance and funds raised. All of the proceeds will support Marian Catholic’s scholarship program and help over 100 students receive a second-to-none Catholic education. This year’s event was extra special. Not only could attendees participate both in-person and virtually, but the school also reintroduced the tradition of the Hall of Fame. This year’s inductees have set an extraordinary example for our students through their engagement with the school, as well as their personal and professional success. Roberta (Rolwing '76) McQuade - Alumna of the Year Tim Kelly '04 and Dennis Kelly '08 - Athletes of the Year Staff Sgt. Tim Huizenga '03 - Fine Arts Achievement Tom DiBiase - Spirit of Marian
In addition to the Hall of Fame Awards, the Dominican Legacy Pillar Award was given to The Pasquinelli Family in recognition of their 25 years of dedication to Marian Catholic. The evening also included a live auction with many amazing packages, such as a Pebble Beach Getaway, a Costa Rican Adventure, a Michigan Golf Experience, an Instant Wine Cellar with over 50 bottles of hand-picked wine, and a surprise trip to Italy! The Marian Catholic Choir gave a wonderful performance led by Allison (DeLuca '07) Powell. Two students, who are Endowed Scholarship recipients, then shared how much the support provided by our donors helps them thrive in every aspect of their lives. With the help of our donors, Marian Catholic raised a total of over $151,000 net profit to support our students’ education. We can never thank each of them enough for the help they provide in changing students’ lives.
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A special thank you to this year’s sponsors: Valedictorian Sponsor Eileen & Tim Bergen Chris '82 & Melanie Domke Summa Cum Laude Sponsor Anonymous Thomas Engstrand '65 Magna Cum Laude Pat and Susan Ormsby Marty '77 & Jan Oosterbaan Roberta (Rolwing '76) McQuade Student Sponsors Tory & Vicki Mascolino James '05 & Mari Murphy Steven R. Potts '77 Mike & Natalie (Sesto '80) Lamb Walter '71 & Therese Barry Benessere Vineyards Kickert School Bus Line Inc. John Benish '84 Michael Wilczynski '77 Metropolitan Steel Inc. James '65 & Marijo (Doheny '65) Hudzik Carol (Pelino '93) Powers James '76 & Kathleen (Maloney '76) Conniff Rosanne Ciambrone '81 Dino’s Food and Liquor - Phil '79 & Livia Faso
