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 12, 2026

6:00 - 10:00pm

Union League Club
65 W Jackson Blvd | Chicago, IL 60604


COCKTAILS | DINNER | MISSION MOMENT | RAFFLE | SILENT AUCTION

Cocktail attire, red encouraged 


HONORING

Catherine McAuley Leadership Award
Katie Schumacher-Cawley '97

Head Women's Volleyball Coach at Penn State University - NCAA Division 1 Champion (2024), Big Ten Champion (2024), Big Ten Coach of the Year (2024), and Jimmy V. Award Winner (2025)

READ MORE ABOUT OUR HONOREE

Join Us or Support Celebration

Ways to Support Celebration 2026

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, making a donation, or donating an auction item.

BECOME A SPONSOR      DONATE AN AUCTION ITEM


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 Mary Larkin Cunningham '08, Director of Development & Alumnae Relations, at (773) 881-6557 or [email protected].


DOWNLOAD OUR PROMOTIONAL PARTNERSHIP PACKET

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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!

Union League Club of Chicago Guestroom Block

Celebration attendees are welcome to stay at the Union League Club of Chicago in our room block. Reservations must be made by February 19, 2026.

Learn More about the Guestroom Block

Hosted By

Mother McAuley Liberal Arts High School
Questions? Please contact Mary Larkin Cunningham '08

Location

Union League Club, 65 West Jackson Boulevard, Chicago, IL, USA

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