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Mother McAuley's largest fundraiser of the year!


Aptly named, this event celebrates the unique and transformative experience Mother McAuley provides to its young women. Our rigorous academics, powerhouse athletics, award-winning performing and visual arts, and dedication to each individual sets McAuley apart. With your partnership, we will continue in our MIGHTY tradition of empowering courageous women to change the world.

Your support of Celebration will directly impact our programs, from academics and the arts to athletics, technology, campus ministry, and financial aid. You are helping to cultivate tomorrow's leaders - women who will lead with integrity, compassion, and strength. 

 

THURSDAY, MARCH 27, 2025

6:00 - 10:00pm

University Club of Chicago

76 East Monroe Street | Chicago, IL 60603


COCKTAILS | DINNER | MISSION MOMENT | RAFFLE | SILENT AUCTION

Cocktail attire, red encouraged 

HONORING

Catherine McAuley Leadership Award

The King Sisters
Margie King Elias '83, Jennifer "Gigi" King Pappas '84, Beth King Furlong '85, Kathleen King Buck '87,
Kristen King Prendergast '96, Maura King Finn '97, and Molly King Samansky '04

Read about the King Sisters

Life Trustee
Anne Edwards-Cotter '73

Read about Anne Edwards-Cotter '73

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Celebration Raffles

We have two separate, exciting raffles for Celebration this year! Don't miss your chance to empower courageous women to change the world by entering these MACtastic raffles! 

Beyonce Raffle

Four (4) tickets to the Cowboy Carter Tour at Soldier Field on Thursday, May 15th at 7:00PM (Section 307, Row 5, Aisle Seats), and transportation to Soldier Field.

Tickets for the Beyonce Raffle: 1 ticket for $100 or 6 for $500


WNBA Raffle

Three (3) tickets for the first ever WNBA game played at the United Center, featuring the Chicago Sky vs. Indiana Fever on Saturday, June 7th at 7:00pm (Section 118, Row C, Seats 7, 8, & 9), and a Chicago Sky poster signed by Angel Reese.

Tickets for the WNBA Raffle: 1 ticket for $100 or 6 for $500


ENTER THE RAFFLES FOR YOUR CHANCE TO WIN!

Both raffles will be pulled on Monday, March 31, 2025.

Donate Now

Make a Donation or Tribute Gift!

Support Mother McAuley's mission of empowering courageous women to change the world! Gifts can be made in tribute of Celebration honorees, or anyone who has made an impact on you!

Hosted By

Mother McAuley Liberal Arts High School
Questions? Please contact Peggy Evans Rourke '76

Location

University Club of Chicago, East Monroe Street, Chicago, IL, USA

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Ways to Support Celebration 2025

As our biggest fundraiser, Celebration is necessary to enrich our programs, including academics, arts, technology, athletics, campus ministry, financial aid and scholarship. Your gift makes an immediate difference in the day-to-day life of students.

The success of Celebration depends on the support of sponsors, alumnae, parents, and friends like you!

Join us in supporting our mission by becoming an event sponsor or making a donation.

BECOME A SPONSOR 


Pay by Check

If you would prefer to pay with a check, please download our Promotional Partnership Package for more details and information. You may also contact Peggy Evans Rourke '76, Vice President of Institutional Advancement, at 773-881-6547 or [email protected].

DOWNLOAD OUR PROMOTIONAL PARTNERSHIP PACKET