Saint Joseph Academy: Celebrate the Academy

Celebrate the Academy 2027

Join Us For Our Annual

Celebrate the Academy Gala

"Run for the Roses"!

Get ready to show off your best hats, bow ties and derby attire at this year's "Celebrate the Academy" gala, themed Run for the Roses.

On Saturday, February 27, 2027 at the Academy, guests will enjoy a grand evening of tradition and fun as we celebrate Saint Joseph Academy. The evening will also showcase our new addition as we reached the "finish line" in August!

At the Academy, the only all-girls Catholic high school in the City of Cleveland, we are committed to providing a quality Catholic education to the 612 students entrusted to our care so they can change the world as compassionate leaders in a global society. The Academy empowers students to challenge themselves with a rigorous curriculum and explore endless opportunities to find their passions, including the Health Sciences Honors Program, Engineering & Design Honors Program, Global Scholars Program, the Academy Humanities Scholars Program, the Howley Makerspace Innovation Lab and more!

Our annual “Celebrate the Academy” gala offers an opportunity to showcase your support for Catholic education to a broad, engaged community. In 2026, this amazing evening raised more than $445,000 (gross) for support of tuition assistance and academic initiatives at Saint Joseph Academy! We are grateful to our underwriters, sponsors, guests, donors, and event committee for making this event possible.

This Year's Honorees

Judy Ghazoul Hilow '81, P'06, '08 & '21

Distinguished Alumna Award Honoree

Patrice R. Campbell

Medaille Shield Award Honoree

Sponsorship Opportunities

List of 5 items.

Triple Crown Sponsor
$20,000 ($18,000♦)
Exclusive! Only One Available!
- 20 tickets with preferred seating
- VIP presidential reception
- Priority valet tickets at checkout
- Special recognition that includes:
  - Opportunity for a check presentation at the event
  - Two-page, four-color ad in the event program
  - Priority logo placement on all online and print materials, including event invitations and on screens throughout the event
Winner’s Circle Sponsor
$10,000 ($8,000♦)
- 20 tickets with preferred seating
- VIP presidential reception
- Priority valet tickets
- Special recognition that includes:
  - Full-page, four-color ad in the event program
  - Priority logo placement on all online and print materials, including event invitations and on screens throughout the event
Rose Garden Sponsor
$5,000 ($4,000♦)
- 10 tickets with preferred seating
- VIP Presidential Reception
- Priority valet tickets
- Special recognition that includes:
  - Full-page ad in the event program
  - Logo placement on all online and print materials, including event invitations and on screens throughout the event
Churchill Downs Sponsor
$3,000 ($2,000♦)
- 10 tickets
- Special recognition that includes:
  - Logo placement on all online and print materials, including event invitations and on screens throughout the event
Finish Line Sponsor
$1,890 ($1,490♦)
- Four tickets
- Special recognition that includes:
  - Logo placement on all online and print materials, including event invitations and on screens throughout the event
♦ Tax-deductible

Underwriting Opportunities

List of 4 items.

Mint Julep Beverage Sponsorship

$6,000
Name and logo displayed on all event materials and on bar tables.
Valet Sponsorship

$4,000
Name and logo displayed on all event materials and valet tickets.
“Dessert Dash” Sponsorship

$3,000
Name and logo displayed in all event materials and at all of the guest tables at the gala.
Wine Pull Sponsorship

$3,000
Name and logo displayed on all event materials and at the wine pull station.