Name: Benvenuto to Gaudiosa 2026 - An Evening in Venice
Start: 2026-02-28T22:30:00.0000000
End: 2026-03-01T04:30:00.0000000
Location: Hilton Tampa Downtown, North Tampa Street, Tampa, FL, USA

We hope you will join us for a magical evening on February 28, 2026. Step into the mystic and charm of Venice as we gather to support our students. This year's Gaudiosa will be an unforgettable night of Venetian-inspired ambiance, exceptional auction items, and the spirit of giving. Your participation directly benefits our financial aid program, ensuring that deserving students continue to benefit from a Jesuit education.

Celebrating the Generosity Behind Gaudiosa 2026: Thank You to Our Underwriters, Patrons, and Sponsors

We extend sincere gratitude to our Grand Underwriters ($25,000):

The Hyer Family, P '01, '23, '23, '25, '28

Brad Lancaster, P '27

Stacey and Ronald Leal, P '09

Renee and Brian Murphy, P '27

Lauren and Chris Schellman, P '20, '24, '27

We also wish to thank our Blue and White Society Patrons ($10,000):

Michelle and Kyle Bailey, P '17, '20, '23

The Bennett and Kortright Families '22, P '29

Laura and Michael DeLucia P '05, '08

Michelle and Nick Griffin P ’26, and Will Griffin ’26

Cary and Rick Lennerth, P '27, '28

Jacqueline and Bill Muir, P '19

Lydia and John Oliva '60, P '84

Cherie and Harvey Schonbrun '65, P '03, '10
Jenny and Tim Slattery, P '27

K.C. and Michael Studdiford, P '29

Miriam and Joe Vattamattam, P ’25, ’28

Celebrating the Partners Who Bring “An Evening in Venice” to Life

Gaudiosa’s success is made possible by the generosity of families and businesses that sponsor key elements of the event — from elegant decor, the VIP Reception, and the elegant guest gifts to the Bidder Paddle and Event Bag. To learn more about these businesses, click on the images below.

Premier Event Decor Sponsor ($10,000)

HomeFrosting (Karen Post and Eric Vogt, P '15)

VIP Pre-Event Reception ($7,500)

Melanie L. Aya-ay, M.D. Plastic Surgery (Dr. Melanie and Mr. James Aya-ay, P '22, '26)

Living Champagne Wall ($7,500)

Auction Bag ($5,000)

Lincoln Lending Group (Nicole and Frank Coto III '97, P '28)

Bidder Paddle ($5,000)

Morgan Import Motor Cars (Kim and Kelly Rogers, P '06)

Venetian Speakeasy ($5,000)

Oak and Ola and On Swann (Shelly and Chris Arreola, P '28, '29)

Cafe Venezia ($5,000)

The Forman Family (Hannah and Seth Forman, P '23, '27)

Take Away Gift ($5,000)

Pediatric Dental Anesthesia Associates (Claire and Hector Vila '75)

Ice Sculpture ($5,000)

The Baldwin Group (Frank Baker '99)

Dessert Sponsor ($5,000)

Compass Realty (Heidi Odio, P '25, '26, '29)

Ice Sculpture ($5,000)
The Baldwin Group (Candice and Frank Baker ’98)

Live Band Sponsor ($5,000)
Oman Construction (Chris Oman)

Program Sponsor ($5,000)
Amalie Motor Oil (Nicole and Scott Broome, P ’25)

Our Sincere Thanks to the Platinum Table Patrons of Gaudiosa 2026 ($5,000)

Ruth and Anthony Alessi '94, P '26

Avid Insurance (Megan and Luis Garcia, P ’29)

BNY Mellon Wealth Management (Cesia and Bryce Walker ’12)

Stacy and Doug Bogle, P’26

The Campbell, Fadal, Garlick, and Linogon Families

DeDomenico Orthodontics (Alina and Matthew DeDomenico ’94)

Tracey and Joe DeLucia, P ’25, ’28

iTedium, Inc. (Bob and Cathryn Meyers, P ’18, ’20)

Christine and Patrick Kirchner P’26, ’28

The Lutes Family Foundation (Paula and William Lutes, P ’29)

Jen and Ryan Mackie, P ’26, ’28

MarineMax (Vicky and Brett McGill ’87, P ’19, ’20, ’22, ’23)

Karen and Jim Miller, P ’22, ’24

Morgan Stanley (Diana and Harold Astorquiza '80, P ’16)

Onyva Dog Spa (Nancy and Jorge Giraldo, P ’29)

Pinchasers (Robin and Anthony Perrone ’84, P ’29)

Kelly and Preston Puryear '05

Kathy and Ken Stephens '74, P ’06)

Diana and Tim Sullivan '72, P ’02, ’04, ’07

Tifphani and Jody Valdes, ’94, P ’28

*Join the legacy of support for Jesuit High School and support of our financial aid program! Become an Underwriter, Patron, or Sponsor and help us make a lasting impact. Please contact Mary Rouge at mrouge@jesuittampa.org for more information.

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Gaudiosa 2026 - An Evening in Venice!

Jesuit High School's award-winning gala Gaudiosa, which is a Latin term for “a joyous feast”, has generated over $10 million over the past 12 years. All money raised goes toward Jesuit’s financial aid program. This event typically sells out with nearly 700 guests in attendance.

For more than two decades, Gaudiosa has helped to ensure that no qualified boy who wishes to receive a Jesuit education is denied that opportunity for financial reasons.

Saturday, February 28, 2026
Hilton Downtown Tampa
211 North Tampa Street, Tampa, Florida, 33602

5:30 pm - VIP Pre-Event Reception ($5,000 and above)
6:30 pm - Cocktails and Hor d’oeuvres
8:00 pm - Seated Dinner, Live Auction following Dinner
9:30 pm - Dancing to the music of DeLeon Entertainment!
10:00 pm - Speakeasy open for those who hold a key!

For event information, please contact Mary Rouge at mrouge@jesuittampa.org or 813-877-5344 ext. 706

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