More than 200 guests joined us for St. Josaphat Basilica Foundation's Heritage and Hope gala on Saturday, October 10, 2026. With a great silent auction lineup and music from a string quartet, the early part of the evening was filled with the sounds of friends reconnecting over their shared love of the Basilica of St. Josaphat.
The live auction featured incredible items and experiences, as well. The top bidders won a special dinner in the Basilica Friary, a Bob Uecker portrait and autographed ball, and a bottle of Pappy Van Winkle 20-year bourbon, among other things. Bidders were also generous in our paddle raise, supporting our mission of preserving, restoring, and enhancing the Basilica of St. Josaphat.
We are pleased to announce that our event raised over $330,000! Thank you to all of our supporters; save the date for next year - November 13, 2027!
We are grateful to all of our sponsors:
Presenting Sponsor
Dinner Sponsor
Mark & Bridget Kirkish
Heritage Sponsor
Mary & James M. Connelly
Table Sponsors
Dan & Janine Miller
John & Rita Lenchek
Mark & Maureen Rohlfing
Mary Nowakowski
Matt & Chris Cesarz
Peter Klebba & Friends
Steven & Denise Trinkl
Valet Parking & Cocktail Hour Sponsor
Questions about the event can be directed to executive director Dan Steffes at dsteffes@thebasilicafoundation.org.
