CRCP Gala
It was a magical evening at Cardinal Ritter College Prep’s 7th Annual “Celebrating Success in Urban Education” Gala on March 8th, 2018 at the Coronado Ballroom. Thanks to hundreds of generous sponsors, donors, and guests, the Gala raised $300,000, which will be distributed to deserving students and their families in the form of tuition assistance and scholarships. The memorable event was led by Master of Ceremonies Michael McMillan, President/Chief Executive Officer of the Urban League of Metropolitan St. Louis. CRCP President Tamiko Armstead inspired the audience with her State of the School Address, and bestowed the Joseph Cardinal Ritter Award upon Edward Jones, presenting sponsor of the Gala, in honor of the firm’s philanthropic leadership in the community. The award was accepted by Robert J. Ciapciak on behalf of Edward Jones.
Featured student speaker Ruby McDaniel shared the impact of Cardinal Ritter on her life, her family, her future, and her faith, earning her a standing ovation from the audience. Archbishop Robert J. Carlson thanked the loyal and generous supporters of Cardinal Ritter Prep, and encouraged all of the guests to continue to support the mission of Cardinal Ritter. Principal Michael Blackshear led the closing prayer, in honor of his retirement at the end of this school year. CRCP is so grateful to our generous supporters! All proceeds will provide vital support for CRCP’s financial assistance and scholarship opportunities. To learn more and view all event photos, click here.
Save the Date!
CRCP’s “Celebrating Success in Urban Education” Gala:
February 28, 2019
in the Ballroom of The Coronado at 3701 Lindell Blvd. St. Louis, MO 63108
Thank you to our 2018 Sponsors!
Together We Can Make a Difference!
For over 39-years, Cardinal Ritter College Prep has provided an exceptional college preparatory educational experience for aspiring students in which:
•100% of our students graduate annually.
• On average, 95 – 100% of our students achieve acceptance to colleges and universities throughout the United States.
• Graduating classes for the past five years averaged $3.5 million in college scholarships.
Purchase a Table
Purchase an entire table for you and your guests to celebrate the event.
Become a Sponsor
Become one of the Levels of Sponsors, shown below, for the 2018 CRCP Gala.
Benefits for Sponsors
Presenting Sponsor
$35,000 Sponsorship Commitment
Sponsor Benefits
- Recognition as the exclusive Presenting Sponsor of the Gala
- Photo opportunity with Archbishop Carlson
- Three complimentary tables of ten with prominent seating
- Valet parking for thirty
- Exclusive private dinner for eight as the guest of the Archbishop at his residence on a mutually agreeable date
- Complimentary lunch and tour for ten at Cardinal Ritter College Prep with the Archbishop on a mutually agreed upon date
- Recognition as the Presenting Sponsor on all printed materials: Save the Date Card, Gala Invitation and Program
- Verbal recognition as the Presenting Sponsor throughout the evening
- Company/Organization logo placement on Gala Signage
- Company/Organization logo placement and a link to your website on the Cardinal Ritter College Prep and Today and Tomorrow Educational Foundation websites
- Mention as the Presenting Sponsor in PSA’s on local radio stations and interview programs
- Recognition as the Presenting Sponsor in all print media advertisements placed in the St. Louis American and St. Louis Review
- Mention in a minimum of three email blasts and social media posts promoting the Gala to a list of 5,000 recipients
Platinum Sponsor
$25,000 Sponsorship Commitment
Sponsor Benefits
- Recognition as Platinum Sponsor of the Gala
- Photo opportunity with Archbishop Carlson
- Two complimentary tables of ten with prominent seating
- Valet parking for twenty
- Complimentary lunch and tour for ten at Cardinal Ritter College Prep with the Archbishop on a mutually agreed upon date
- Recognition as the Platinum Sponsor on all printed materials: Save the Date Card, Gala Invitation and Program
- Company/Organization logo placement on Gala Signage
- Company/Organization logo placement and a link to your website on the Cardinal Ritter College Prep and the Today and Tomorrow Educational Foundation websites
- Mention as the Platinum Sponsor in PSA’s on local radio stations and interview programs
- Recognition as a Platinum Sponsor in all print media advertisements placed in the St. Louis American and St. Louis Review
- Mention in a minimum of three email blasts and social media posts promoting the Gala to a list of 5,000 recipients
Gold Sponsor
$15,000 Sponsorship Commitment
Sponsor Benefits
- Recognition as Gold Sponsor at the Gala
- Two complimentary tables of ten with prominent seating
- Valet parking for twenty
- Recognition as a Gold Sponsor on all printed materials: Save the Date Card, Gala Invitation and Program
- Verbal recognition as a Gold Sponsor throughout the evening
- Company/Organization logo placement on Gala Signage
- Company/Organization logo placement and a link to your website on the Cardinal Ritter College Prep and the Today and Tomorrow Educational Foundation websites
- Mention as a Gold Sponsor in PSA’s on local radio stations and interview programs
- Recognition as a Gold Sponsor in all print media advertisements placed in the St. Louis American and St. Louis Review
- Recognition as a Gold Sponsor in a minimum of three email blasts promoting the gala to a list of 3,000 recipients
Silver Sponsor
$10,000 Sponsorship Commitment
Sponsor Benefits
- Recognition as Silver Sponsor at the Gala
- One complimentary table of ten
- Recognition as a Silver Sponsor on all printed materials: Save the Date Card, Gala Invitation and Program
- Verbal recognition as a Silver Sponsor throughout the evening
- Listing as Silver Sponsor in Gala Program and on Signage
- Recognition on the Cardinal Ritter College Prep and Today and Tomorrow Educational Foundation websites
- Recognition as a Silver Sponsor in print media advertisements placed in the St. Louis American and St. Louis Review
- Recognition as a Silver Sponsor in a minimum of three email blasts and social media posts promoting the gala to a list of 5,000 recipients
Bronze Sponsor
$5,000 Sponsorship Commitment
Sponsor Benefits
- Recognition as Bronze Sponsor at the Gala
- Four complimentary Gala tickets
- Listing as Bronze Sponsor in Gala Program and on Signage
- Recognition on the Cardinal Ritter College Prep and the Today and Tomorrow Educational Foundation websites
- Recognition as a Bronze Sponsor in three email blasts and social media posts promoting the gala to a list of 5,000 recipients
Contributing Sponsor
$2,500 Sponsorship Commitment
Sponsor Benefits
- Recognition as Contributing Sponsor at the Gala
- Two complimentary Gala tickets
- Listing as a Contributing Sponsor in the Gala Program and on Signage
- Recognition as a Contributing Sponsor in three email blasts and social media posts promoting the gala to a list of 5,000 recipients