Requesting Gala Item Donations
Annual Gala and Auction: November 6, 2010!
Judge Memorial's 29th Annual Auction & Gala, Welcome Home, will be held on Saturday evening, November 6, 2010, right here where it all started ... here at Judge!
Proceeds from this special evening help the school to enhance programs that benefit each and every student at Judge. This is the social event of the year and our major fundraiser – an event simply not to be missed!
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October 12, 2010: A Special Call from the Solicitations Committees! Southwest Airline Gift Cards would be the perfect donation item! Parents can purchase from the grocery story ($25 increments or anything they can give). Parents can redeem miles for gift cards. We thank all who have donated to date, and ask that you think SWA gift cards all the time ... all the way! To purchase cards online: http://www.southwest.com/html/generated/help/faqs/southwestgiftcard_faq.html
A southwestgiftcard can be purchased at southwest.com with a credit card, by completing the online order form and following the directions provided at http://www.southwest.com/cgi-bin/giftCardCreate, or by calling Southwest Airlines at 1-800-IFLY-SWA (1-800-435-9792). A southwestgiftcard can also be purchased at approved retail locations.
When purchasing directly from Southwest Airlines, any denominations of your choice between $10 and $1,000 are available. Orders exceeding $1,000 can be made by printing the southwestgiftcard order form and following the directions provided. For gift cards sold at approved retailers, the southwestgiftcard can only be purchased in pre-specified amounts ($50, $100, or in certain locations, $200).
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We need your help! The success of our auction depends on great auction items. How can you help? We are hoping that our parents can join local businesses in making donations of merchandise or services to the auction. Some ideas are:
- Time at your time share, your vacation home, a dude ranch, or favorite hotel
- Art created by your student - painting, sculpture, metalwork, etc.
- Energy Solutions Center Suite tickets for a Jazz game or concert
- American Express Reward Points
- Apple packages: iPhones, iPods, Bose iPod stands
- Art (i.e. paintings, photography, ceramics)
- Ballet tickets
- Car maintenance certificates (i.e. car wash, car detailing, oil change)
- Concert tickets
- Frequent flyer miles or plane tickets
- Home furnishings
- Home improvements items (i.e. contractor services)
- Host a Party Board at your home or business
- Jewelry
- Medical services certificates (i.e. colonoscopy, teeth whitening, Botox)
- Misc. home services (i.e. dry cleaning, shoe repair, house cleaning, carpet cleaning, window washing, yard care)
- Pet products for a pet basket (i.e. dog/cat food and treats, toys, dog sitting or doggy daycare certificates)
- Plane tickets or frequent flyer miles
- Restaurant or hotel gift certificates
- Small kitchen appliances: Cuisinart, Kitchen Aids, etc.
- Spa gift certificates (i.e. manicure, pedicure, facial, massage)
- Sporting event tickets
- Sports & Recreation tickets (i.e. ski passes, golf certificates)
- Sports equipment: Golf clubs (the latest putter or driver will be a hit!), bicycles, skis and snowboards, fly fishing items, and tennis racquets
- Theatre or concert tickets
- Unique experiences (i.e. DJ for a day, backstage passes)
- Vacation home or condo stays
You can bring your donation to the Judge’s Advancement Office. If you wish to drop your item off, please download and complete a donor agreement form (see below in the file attachments). Or call us and we'll arrange for a pick-up of your item.
Contact Rachel Kelly if you have any questions about the event or to discuss donations. You may reach Rachel: 801.517.2132 or rkelly@judgememorial.com.
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The 29th Annual Judge Memorial Catholic High School Gala & Auction is set for November 6, 2010. The Judge Gala & Auction '10 is one of the major events to jumpstart the 90th Anniversary celebration. This year's event, Welcome Home, will be held at Judge Memorial, right back where it all started, and honors Judge Memorial-St. Mary of the Wasatch students, both past and present.
Proceeds from this exciting event enhance programs that benefit students at Judge. And are our students amazing or what?! The Class of 2010, our most recent graduates, spearheaded a year of remarkable achievements, and we are proud to support all our students do, in and out of the classroom.
Stay tuned as updates and announcements are made and make plans now to attend what promises to be a fun evening. We look forward to seeing you there!
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Related Links and Information:
The Gala '10 is a 'sold out' event; tickets will not be sold at the door. Thank you Judge Community!
Gala's Top Ten List The Gala '10 committee has put together a Top Ten List to help you enjoy your Welcome Home! Don't miss this one!
Gala's 'Live Packages' Spotlight Preview the featured Live Auction packages, print out a master order form, complete the form and return it to the Advancement Office before noon on November 5, 2010 to Buy Now or Submit Your Bid. There’s so much to choose from, something for everyone, have fun deciding!
Gala's 'Party Events' Spotlight Special Party Events are available for purchase at the 2010 Gala. Space is limited, so submit your party reservation early, before the Gala, so you don’t miss out on all the fun!
Gala's 'Live' Auction Spotlight Just a small sampling of the items available at the 'live' auction are spotlighted here. If this doesn't get you excited, nothing will!
Auction Items Donations Requested. The success of our auction depends on great auction items. View some ideas here!
Gala Sponsors to Date We are deeply grateful for the support of the following key sponsors who are helping to make the Judge Memorial Gala and Auction … Welcome Home! ... a wonderful event. View our sponsors at this page.
Gala Donors to Date Numerous area businesses have generously donated to 2010 Judge Memorial Gala and Auction … Welcome Home! View our donors at this page.
Donor Agreement Form (PDF). Have an item or package to donate? Save some time and submit your completed donor agreement form along with your item. (See file attachments below for a downloadable form.)
Sponsorship Recognition Levels Information. Support the 2010 Gala by being a sponsor at any level. (See file attachments below for a downloadable form.)
Academic Year Snapshot 2009-2010. We are so proud of our students!
Get Your Alumni T-Shirts here. Judge Memorial grads and St. Mary of the Wasatch Grads -- show your school pride!
Volunteer Now for the 29th Annual Gala. Join in on the planning!