Gala Tickets, Sign-Up Parties, & Sponsorships

Step into an unforgettable evening on May 1st with your ‘Cultivating Courage’ Gala ticket!  Mingle at cocktail hour, savor a delicious dinner, and ignite your bidding spirit at the silent and live auctions. Your Gala ticket promises laughter, generosity, and an evening of vibrant connections.  We look forward to celebrating our growing school, community, and God's abundant blessings in an evening strengthened by faith and overflowing with thankfulness.

*If you have any specific seating preferences, please feel free to share them in the special requests section.

Show your appreciation for those who build our community. Sponsor a ‘Cultivating Courage’ Gala ticket for a St. James teacher or staff member. Your generosity lets them experience this inspiring evening and fuels our school's mission.

Purchase this ticket for your chance to win a sweet suite at the luxurious Intercontinental Hotel Chicago on the night of the Gala! This incredible 1 Bedroom Suite features a king-sized bed, two bathrooms, and a spacious living room area. It’s the ultimate upgrade for an unforgettable night in the city. Grab your tickets for a chance to win this sweet suite and make your Gala night even more special! 

There is no limit to the number of tickets you buy.  Increase your chances to experience the ultimate Gala night and purchase multiple...or check out the 5-raffle ticket package.  

Maximize your chances with 5 raffle entries to win a sweet suite at the luxurious Intercontinental Hotel Chicago on the night of the Gala! This incredible 1 Bedroom Suite features a king-sized bed, two bathrooms, and a spacious living room area. It’s the ultimate upgrade for an unforgettable night in the city. Grab your tickets for a chance to win this sweet suite and make your Gala night even more special! 

Join Mr. Gast and Mr. Runge for 3 after school skills basketball skills sessions!

Who: 1st and 2nd Graders

When: Wednesdays (4/15, 4/22, 4/29)

Time: 3:00 - 4:00 PM

Price: $75

Join Mr. Gast and Mr. Runge for three exciting after-school basketball skills sessions! Sharpen your game, have fun, and build confidence on the court. 

Hosts: Mr. Gast and Mr. Runge

Wondering what to do with the kids on the next day off school?  Come out and spend the morning ice skating with St. James friends!  We have reserved the brand-new Blackhawks Ice Center arena rink, so the kids will have plenty of space to skate around.  All ages and levels are welcome.  No skates? No problem.  Rentals are included for those who need them.  Hot cocoa and donuts will be provided to refuel your skaters.  Note: this is not a drop-off event.  Please make sure your kiddos are supervised by a responsible adult.  Tickets required for skaters only.  Don't forget to plan your parent-teacher conferences either before or after he party.

When: Monday, March 30th (DAY OFF SCHOOL - Parent Teacher Conferences) 

Time: 10:00AM - 12:00 PM 

Where: Blackhawks Ice Center / Fifth Third Arena - 1801 W. Jackson Blvd 

Hosts: The Brown, Cowles and Hibben Families 

1 ticket per skater

Grandma hobbies are all the hotness for 2026! Join Amanda Benson, Brooke Houston & Alex Sprague on May 30th at 6:30 for light bites, tasty drinks and needlepointing. Alex will instruct new stitchers on how to needlepoint and everyone will receive supplies needed for a needlepointing project. If you already know how to needlepoint, feel free to bring your supplies and stitch with friends. Let’s build a community of friends who like to get together and make beautiful things!

When: Saturday, May 30th 6:30 PM 

Time: 6:30 PM

Where: The Sprague Home 

Hosts: Amanda Benson, Brooke Houston, Alex Sprague

Includes: 

• 8 VIP Tickets to the Gala inclusive of Preferred Seating and VIP Bar Package during dinner. 
• Special recognition on Gala supporter materials and at the event. 

Includes:

• 4 Tickets to the Gala with Preferred Seating.
• Special recognition on the Gala supporter materials and at the event. 

Includes: 

• 2 Tickets to the Gala. 
• Special recognition on the Gala supporter materials and at the event. 

Includes:  

• Maximize your brand visibility with exclusive sponsorship of the live auction bid paddles. 

• Prominent logo placement on all Gala materials* plus an event slideshow advertisement.

• Dedicated table at the St. James Block Party on Sunday, September 13th, 2026.

• 4 Social media posts, 1 promotional item/brochure in student backpacks, & verbal recognition at the Gala.

• Verbal recognition at the Gala.

• 8 tickets to the Gala with VIP seating and bar package. 

*Inclusive of digital communications, website, event signage, & outdoor sponsorship banner.

Includes: 

• Prominent logo placement on all Gala materials* plus an event slideshow advertisement.

• Dedicated table at the St. James Block Party on Sunday, September 13th, 2026.

• 3 Social media posts, 1 promotional item/brochure in student backpacks, & verbal recognition at the Gala.

• 4 tickets to the Gala with VIP seating and bar package.

*Inclusive of digital communications, website, event signage, & outdoor sponsorship banner.

• High-visibility logo on all Gala materials*.

• 2 Social media posts, 1 promotional item/brochure in student backpacks, & verbal recognition at the Gala.

• 4 tickets to the Gala with preferred seating.

*Inclusive of digital communications, website, event signage, & outdoor sponsorship banner.

Includes: 

• Logo on all Gala materials*.

• 1 Social media post.

 *Inclusive of digital communications, website, event signage, & outdoor sponsorship banner.

Includes: 

• Logo on outdoor sponsorship banner