The joy of giving abounds here.
From tireless volunteers to steadfast donor support, De Smet Jesuit hosts several opportunities to honor God’s love for a cheerful giver. With spirited class competitions, festive annual galas, and fun themed events, Spartan energy is contagious as the community comes together to support students, teachers, and the school’s mission.
Our two largest fundraisers of the year are the Gala & Auction and the Tradition Golf Tournament. For more information, please click the links below.
Two of our most popular campaigns are Giving Tuesday and Maroon Madness.
On Giving Tuesday we campaign through social media to raise 100K in 1 Day.
Maroon Madness is a competition between alumni to see which class can get the most guys to donate during the week of March Madness.
Other Advancement Events include:
Please follow the links for more information or contact Kelly Day if you have a question about an event that is not listed.
The Advancement Team supports two major groups here at De Smet Jesuit. Check out the Alumni Association and the Spartan Association for more events and ways to get involved.
MEET OUR TEAM
Mr William Rebholz '77
Vice President of Advancement
314-785-1294
wrebholz@desmet.org
Mr John Stewart '77
Director of Major Gifts
314-785-1278
jstewart@desmet.org
Mr Jeff Cernicek '92
Director of Development
314-785-1267
jcernicek@desmet.org
Mr Patrick Morris '06
Annual Giving Coordinator and Alumni Relations
314-785-1241
pmorris@desmet.org
Mrs Kelly Day
Associate Event Manager
314-785-1276
kday@desmet.org
Mrs Anna Oliver
Institutional Advancement Database Coordinator
314-785-1246
aoliver@desmet.org
Mrs Debbie Higgins
Director of Communications
314-785-1268
dhiggins@desmet.org
Mr Tom Sothers
Spartan Association Moderator
314-567-3500 x 1467
tsothers@desmet.org