Flying to New Heights! Rey of Hope Gala News - January 19, 2022 Volume 2 Issue 3

Dear friends,   The new year brought many things that were unexpected; some were welcome and some not so much. In the column of most unwelcome, was the Omicron surge.   We are staying abreast of the latest news and information about the surge in our area. Many experts are speculating that the peak for many states, including Georgia, will happen this week or next week. Then we will begin a rapid descent downward in cases. I hope they are right!    Because of this, the planning for the Gala is progressing as expected. Auction items are being secured, program details finalized, tickets sold, and RSVPs collected.   The COVID policy for the Gala is detailed below, however, since the current situation with the virus is variable, it may need to be adjusted. This is not what we expected, but we are keeping close track of what’s happening and will adjust if necessary and communicate any changes that are made.   I hope that you can join us.     Viva Cristo Rey! Camille Naughton President P.S. - Hurry and get your ticket or RSVP to join us at the Rey of Hope Gala on February 5th to celebrate the Class of 2018 and to honor our Founding Partners.

ATTEND THE GALA

Rey of Hope Gala COVID Guidelines The Rey of Hope Gala is a mask optional event and there will be masks available onsite for guests. We kindly ask guests who are vulnerable to reconsider attending the event. If a guest has been exposed to the virus at the time of the gala or is exhibiting COVID symptoms, we ask that the guest please refrain from attending the gala. Since the status of the virus is variable, adjustments to guidelines may need to be made closer to the gala on February 5, 2022. If that happens, we will communicate those adjustments to guests right away.

RSVP By January 21st

Sponsors, Host Committee & Ticketed Guests It's time to RSVP! Please use this link or email gala@cristoreyatlanta.org to tell us your guest list (if you are a sponsor) or let us know if you are still planning to join us – we hope so!   Stay tuned for a Know Before You Go email the week of the event and notification from GiveSmart with details on how to pre-register your credit card so that you may bid on auction items while at the event.   Kindly send your RSVP by January 21st as we need a count for the caterer (it’s a sit-down plated meal) and a list for Delta Security.

Auction Sneak Peek!

We've been busy curating incredible items that will be available at the Rey of Hope Gala. Below is a small preview of the EXCLUSIVE offerings you can take home all in support of the Student Scholarship Program.

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Weekend in Savannah Enjoy a 2 night stay at the spectacular Thomas Weihs Haus Victorian Bed & Breakfast in Savannah. Getaway includes cooked to order breakfast for 2 guests! An Evening with Ari Fleischer Join Cristo Rey President Camille Naughton for a dinner party and meet her close friend and our country's 23rd Press Secretary Ari Fleischer for an evening sure to please discussing the latest in politics, sports and what Camille was like in the 80s!

Luxury Bahamas Retreat @ Albany Club Spend 4 days, 3 nights in luxury in a 4-bedroom residence for 8 guests. Spa treatments, dinner, private cabana, golf included.

Mixed Media Atlanta Braves Tribute Painting The unique process by local artist Christy Holmes includes Braves memorabilia incorporated into the artwork. Show at the Fox Theater with Exclusive Marquee Club Access Laugh the night away with 4 tickets to see Steve Martin & Martin Short perform Live at The Fox on March 6, 2022, with access to the exclusive Marquee Club. The evening includes premium seats, pre-show food, drinks, and parking adjacent to the theater!

Showcase Your Favorites Do you have access to some amazing experiences? Or are you a regular at a favorite restaurant or vacation spot? Maybe you or someone you know has an amazing business, product, or service that could benefit from being exposed to the discerning Rey of Hope Gala audience. Consider a donation to be featured at the auction! Original Art * Theater/Concert Tickets * Weekend Getaways * Chef's Table/Restaurants Sporting Events & Memorabilia * Vacation Homes * One-of-a-Kind Experiences

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Ways to Support the Rey of Hope Gala

Attend the Gala Buy your ticket today! Hurry, the Gala is starting to fill up. We need all RSVPs & names to the caterer & Delta security by January 21st! Check out how much FUN we had back in 2020. This year promises to be even BETTER! Cork Bottle Wine Pull Donate a bottle of your finest! Donate by: January 28th Calling all wine enthusiasts! Support the Gala by donating a bottle from your collection for the Cork Bottle Wine Pull. So far, we’ve got some some FANTASTIC selections with some up to $150 in retail value. We are happy to pick up your donation whenever/wherever its most convenient. Email Karen Hackett @ khackett@cristoreyatlanta.org

Buy an Ad in the Gala Program Showcase your business or purchase a tribute ad for an honoree. Deadline: Friday, January 21st See 2020 Program HERE Advertising in our event program is an ideal way to congratulate an honoree and show your support of Cristo Rey Atlanta Jesuit while taking your message to a broad range of 500 gala attendees. Everyone from donors, volunteers, and corporate partners will take home a copy. A digital version of the event program will be shared with the greater Cristo Rey Atlanta community (over 5,000 contacts) and will be published on the school website. Click here to advertise

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