Thanks to the generosity of donors like you, 2024 was a remarkable year of growth for the Catholic Education Foundation. Together, we reached new milestones in support for our students, schools and community.

Highlights included:

• Awarding $4.6 million in scholarships for the 2023-2024 school year
• Supporting approximately 1,900 students
• Welcoming 225 new students to our Catholic schools
• Raising a record-breaking $3.6 million at Gaudeamus
• Establishing the new Archbishop Joseph F. Naumann Legacy Scholarship Fund, to expand CEF scholarships to even more students.

This phenomenal year and investment in our future generation would not have been possible without your support. Thank you for your dedication to Catholic education and support for CEF’s work.

CEF Board Chair RJ Gildea was joined by Archbishop Naumann, Pat and Mel McAnany (gala chairs) and Terry and Peggy Dunn (honorary chairs) on stage after announcing the 2024 Gaudeamus gala raised $3.6 million in scholarship funding.