OUR MISSION

To support the individuals who make an active choice to form our Catholic children through prayer, teaching, sacraments and service. 

IHM Winter Gala Proceeds

The success of the IHM Winter Gala depends on your generous support. We understand that you value giving to a cause you believe in and knowing how your donation is used. Last year, 100% of the paddle raise went to teachers/ school staff. The remaining gala profits were split evenly between the parish and the school. Thanks to you, over $57,000 went directly to benefit our teachers and school staff. We would love to raise even more in 2025!

This year, 100% of the proceeds of the Winter Gala (including paddle raise and all profit) will be designated to teachers, faculty, school staff and catechists (PRP Teachers) in the form of recognition bonuses for their discipleship in responding to our mission of Catholic education. Your donation supports the individuals who make an active choice to form our Catholic children through prayer, teaching, sacraments and service. 

Key changes for 2025 include

Last Year (Feb 2024) Proceeds

- 100% of paddle raise to school teacher, faculty & staff recognition bonuses

- 50% of remaining profit to IHM school (used as bonuses) 

- 50% of remaing profit to IHM parish (used for religion program (PRP) Catechists, programs and youth ministry)

This Year (Feb 2025) Proceeds 

- 100% to teachers, faculty, staff and catechists' recognition bonuses (includes paddle raise and all profit)

In 2025, we are committing that all Gala proceeds will go to support the educators of IHM. This is a generous investment in our teachers, staff and catechists who support the Catholic education of our students. The estimated breakdown for 2025 is based on last year's disbursements and projections for this year.

Estimated Breakdown for 2025*

*All numbers are projections based on prior year’s results. Some changes may occur based on the amount of money raised, number of disbursements, etc. The goal is to keep these ranges close. Any changes to the allocation will be done in partnership with the school administration and parish leadership.

We strongly believe that one of the best ways to support our children’s Catholic education is by supporting the people who support our children. Because we depend on YOU for this fundraiser, we want to be fully transparent on how the money we raise will be used. If you have any questions/concerns/ideas on the Gala proceeds, please reach out to Ashley Rozier or Maggie Leon-Guerrero. Our goal is to have the most successful gala to date on February 1, 2025 to show our appreciation to our teachers and staff. We cannot do this without you and appreciate your support! 

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How are the bonuses allocated?

Bonuses will be given twice in 2025--one at contract renewal in the Spring and a second bonus given before holidays. Pools will be created by Teachers/Admin, Support Staff and Catechists, with the dollars allocated within the pools. The first Spring bonus will be larger and weighted based on years of service (for teachers/faculty) and hours worked (for support staff).  The second Holiday bonus will be smaller and evenly distributed within the admin/teacher and support staff. Catechists will receive one bonus per year, allocated based on time commitment.

Why don't the Gala proceeds go to scholarships, like in previous years? 

With the implementation of Ed Choice, scholarships are tiered to provide support up to full tuition. With Ed Choice in place, there is less need for scholarships.

What is a Catechist?

Catechists are people who teach the Catholic faith to students at IHM school and in the PRP programs. (Some of them are our own IHM teachers).  Any catechist who is also a teacher will receive a recognition bonus for both services. Only Catechists that teach the youth of IHM (even if done so at another church) will be included in this recognition bonus.