Transforming Lives

This year’s annual Social and Auction brought in almost half a million dollars for our Annual Fund, which allows more students to afford a Trinity education. The Auction is Trinity’s biggest fundraising event of the year, and this year was no exception. Back in the Gym after last year at the Mariott and virtual auctions the two years prior, the event was particularly nostalgic.

The theme of this year’s event was “Be Transformed,” inspired by Romans 12:2, “Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect.” In line with the theme, our amazing volunteer Decorations Committee transformed the Gym into a flowering garden party, complete with hanging decorations, long banquet tables, and a photo booth featuring a large painted butterfly, compliments of our National Art Honor Society students! (Scan the QR code to see the transformation!) There were games, raffles, and a live auction with a professional auctioneer. The night also featured a special video honoring our beloved late alumnus, Mr. Gret Glyer ‘08, whose legacy of service embodies the values Trinity aims to instill in all our students (see pg. 26).

In a thank-you video message sent to the TCS community after the event, Dr. Vanderpoel commented, “For over 25 years, I have been amazed by the generosity of this community, and this year is no different.”