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Step into an evening of gold, giving and surprise at…

The Green & Gold Gala

Saturday, October 10, 2026
Doors Open @ 5:30 PM
St. Patrick Catholic School

The Saint Patricks Green & Gold Gala is the school's largest annual fundraiser and raises money to benefit the young students of our school. The funds raised go to scholarships, enrichments and other capital improvements.  

Join us for an evening of giving featuring a live band and a carefully curated auction. Whether you're pulling from the Wine and Whiskey Wall, or vying for your "Key to the Vault" every moment supports our students' future and celebrates the community that lets Saint Pats flourish.

Join Us - Choose Your Experience

• Green & Gold VIP Table - $1,950: Guarantee your crew stays together! Stage-side seating for 10, open bar passes, and 3 bottles of curated wine delivered to your table.

VIP Tables are the only way to access exclusive wine from Larkmead Vineyards, see below.

• Gold VIP All-Inclusive - $195: The philanthropic choice. VIP entry, priority seating, dinner, and open bar pass - this ticket nearly covers the true cost of attendance, so every dollar raised goes directly to our students.
• Emerald Early Bird - $95: The essential gala experience. Entry and dinner included. Available through September 13.
   

VIP TABLES EXCLUSIVE: Courtesy of Larkmead Vineyards - a storied Napa Valley winery crafting exceptional wines since 1895 - VIP Tables will receive 2 bottles of their acclaimed Sauvignon Blanc, a 94-point white wine valued at $75 a bottle, plus an additional bottle from our Gala's curated wine selection.

Upgrade Your Night

• Open Bar Pass - $40: Get access for ONE person to our signature bars including cocktails, craft beer, and house wine - 5 drinks included. (Without one, drinks are $15 each)
• Key to the Vault - $85: Your shot at winning an extraordinary prize - an exclusive getaway provided by Jet Hospitality or live auction experience. See below for details.
• Cellar Selection Wine - $50: Hand-picked premium bottles delivered straight to your table.

Looking to do more? Sponsorship opportunities are available. Partners will receive meaningful recognition throughout the evening while helping advance the future of our school.

Attire is California Cocktail. Open to 21+. Assigned seating.

The Vault Raffle

Sponsored by Jet Hospitality - will you be the one to unlock The Vault? 

Pre-event pricing: 1 Key - $85  |  3 Keys - $250

Buy Your Key to the Vault  

The Key to the Vault is your chance to win two extraordinary prizes - but 175 keys must sell to unlock them both.

✨ 1st Prize: 5-night family stay curated by Jet Hospitality

2nd Prize: Your choice of a live auction experience (unlocks when 175 keys sell)

Price rises to $100 at the Gala.

We are looking for Partners and Sponsors who will help make this night a success!

With unparalleled access to our community, you or your brand could make our students education and experience continue to thrive. From opportunities to buy logo or ad placement in our printed program or school year placement on the event and school websites, we have something that will fit your goals.

Partnerships help build the foundation for our school's success, reach out to join us! Learn more about St Pats.

Sponsorships (Items & Monetary) 

The Evening Schedule

Our evening together is about more than just fun - it's about supporting our community. We have three exclusive opportunities for you to win throughout the evening:

• The Vault: Don't miss out. Purchase "Key(s)" for your chance to win - announced before live auction!
• Heads or Tails: Purchase game necklaces to enter. It's a fast-paced, live game where the last person standing gets an exclusive locals basket with prizes and gift cards!
• Irish Opportunity Drawing (Support Our Teachers!): Browse our exclusive, attendee-only gift baskets and drop your tickets in the boxes for the items you want most. Every ticket helps a teacher win an exclusive thank you gift!

5:30 PM - 7:00 PM

 Arrival, cocktails and hors d'oeuvres

Buy your "Keys to the Vault," Heads or Tails necklaces, & Take Home Wine & Whiskey Pull tickets.

Silent Auction starts

Support our Teachers: Buy your Opportunity Drawing tickets!

Seats will be assigned so feel free to place your belonging at your seats

7:00 PM - 8:45 PM

Welcome & Prayer

Dinner provided by Farmhouse Catering

Heads & Tails

Unlock the Vault

Live Auction & Paddle Drop

The bar will be closed during the live auction, so make sure you have purchased your "Cellar Selections" bottle(s) of wine for service at the table during this period!

9:10 PM | Final Call The Silent Auction and the Opportunity Drawing table

8:45 PM - 11:00 PM | Party Time Celebrate the night with a live band, games, and entertainment.

11:00 PM | Grand Finale The Green & Gold Gala concludes. Stop by check-out to pick up your winnings!

A Letter From Our Principal

Dear Friends of St. Patrick Catholic School,

Thank you for your continued support of St. Patrick Catholic School. Because of the incredible success of the Green and Gold Gala, we were able to complete several major campus improvements that are already blessing our students each and every day.

As a direct result of your generosity, we were able to build a new playground in the summer of 2024, creating a safe and joyful space for our students to play and grow. In the summer of 2025, we revitalized our "blue top" with a full resurfacing and repainting, breathing new life into one of the most active and well-loved areas of campus. Most recently, thanks to the support of our 2025 Green and Gold Gala, we replaced the aging  tables in our lunch pavilion, with the new lunch tables installed this past winter. Most importantly, these enhancements directly enrich the daily experience of our students-supporting their growth, joy, and sense of community. With your continued support, we look forward to expanding opportunities for our students and enhancing our campus even further in the years to come.

These improvements are more than upgrades, they are a testament to the power of community and our shared commitment to the mission of St. Patrick Catholic School: to foster a community where students grow in faith and knowledge in order to bring Christ's light to the world.

In addition to these campus upgrades, the Green and Gold Gala plays a vital role in supporting the financial health and long-term stability of St. Patrick Catholic School, ensuring we can continue to provide a strong faith-based education for years to come. This year marks our third Green and Gold Gala on our beautiful campus, and we are excited to build upon the success of our previous events. We are grateful for your gifts of time, talent, and treasure, as the school we enjoy today is the fruit of your generosity, and we look forward to building an even stronger future together.

Please mark your calendars for this year's Green and Gold Gala and Auction on October 10, 2026. It promises to be another joyful evening in celebration of our mission and our amazing community. Whether you attend, become a sponsor, donate an item, or participate from home, your support makes a lasting difference.

Thank you for being the light!

With gratitude,
Brian Sestito

Visit our school's website here: Saint Patrick Catholic School

The Gala is Looking for Help

Interested in Helping?

If you are a parent and would like to help our night sparkle, then please consider helping to volunteer. Check out opportunities and reach out to our Gala Chair, Natasha Goodwin at [email protected]

A Letter From Our Pastor

Dear Saint Patrick's School Families,

Blessings to you all! I am delighted to finally take a moment to introduce myself. It has been just over two weeks since my arrival, and these first days have been a beautiful whirlwind. One of the great joys of my priesthood has always been serving in Catholic education. I was blessed to be formed in Catholic schools myself - the Salesians guided me until high school - and I have experienced the fruits of that formation many times over.

Here at St. Patrick, I already see the beauty of what our school offers. My time as chaplain at St. James Academy in Solana Beach taught me how deeply Catholic education can shape not just minds, but hearts. It is a gift to be part of this community where faith and learning grow together. With that in mind, I am thrilled to invite you to our Annual Auction benefiting St. Patrick Catholic School! This special evening is more than just a fundraiser - it is a joyful celebration of our school family.

Why Your Participation Matters

• Building Community: Your presence strengthens the bonds that make St. Patrick's such a welcoming and faith-filled school that builds strong minds and compassionate hearts.
• Enriching Student Life: The funds we raise will go directly toward enhancing our students' education and experiences.
• Keeping Catholic Education Accessible: Your generosity helps us continue offering excellent education while keeping tuition affordable for families.
  
  

What You Can Expect

• An evening filled with joy, laughter, and fellowship and the chance to make a lasting difference in the lives of our students and the community we are building together. This is all while getting to bid on unique items and experiences that include dinner with the Pastor, me!

Your support means so much and has a tremendous impact. Whether you come to enjoy the evening, win an auction item, or simply be part of the celebration, every contribution matters and blesses our school community. I cannot wait to see you there - let's make this a night to remember!

With blessings and heartfelt gratitude,

Fr. George G. Perez, CJM, 
Pastor | St. Patrick Catholic Community