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  • SAVE THE DATE: March 2, 2024!

    Check back for more details in the fall. 

In 2023, family and friends celebrated Steward's 50th anniversary. The 2023 Gala included a seated dinner, open bar, silent and live auction presented by the Parents Association, live music, a program, and more.




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GALA FAQ

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  • What is the date, time and location of the 2024 Gala?

    Saturday, March 2, 2024, at Hermitage Country Club (1248 Hermitage Road, Manakin-Sabot, Va., 23103)
  • What should I wear?

    The suggested dress is black-tie optional or cocktail.
  • What is the cost of the Gala?

    General seating at the Gala is $150 per person.
  • What is the Raise the Shield portion of the evening?

    Raise the Shield is Steward’s version of Raise the Paddle, which is often used at auctions. During this part of the evening, we will ask for donations that will go directly to the School; one hundred percent of these donations are tax-deductible. Host Committee Sponsors participate in Raise the Shield by reserving a table (a $300 gift will automatically be designated from your sponsorship). 
  • I can’t make it to the Gala. Are there other ways I can be involved?

    Yes! We have various sponsorship opportunities. The Program Sponsorship level, for example, allows families, individuals, and corporations to purchase a full- or half-page ad in the commemorative Gala program and include a photo and/or message. Families, corporations, friends, and local businesses are invited to support the Gala through sponsorships of any level
  • I would love to volunteer to help with the Gala. How can I help?

    Great! We need volunteers. If you have time now, the auction committee is looking for help getting items for the auction. If you own a business (or know someone who does), we would love to have items and/or services to auction off at the event! In the past, we have received items and experiences of all sizes, including a week at a vacation home, tickets to sporting events and concerts, gift certificates to local businesses, great bottles of wine, and more! Donations are tax-deductible. Need more details? Contact the Development Office at development@stewardschool.org

    We also need help on the day of the event (Saturday, March 2, 2024) to transform the Hermitage Country Club into a magical Gala celebration space! A sign-up sheet will be available in February on the Gala webpage. Be on the lookout, or email development@stewardschool.org for more information. 

Questions? Contact Us

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    Meredith Harris 

    Assistant Director of Development
    (804) 565-2327
  • Photo of Nan Semmelman

    Nan Semmelman 

    Events Coordinator
    (804) 740-3394 x2333
  • Photo of Amy Sherman

    Amy Sherman 

    Development Associate, Auxiliary Groups and Volunteers
    (804) 740-3394 x2331


Thank you to our 2023 sponsors!


Spartan Sponsors:


Cherry Bekaert Advisory LLP


Powers Up Electrical & Plumbing, LLC


The Goddard School - Glen Allen



Program and In-Kind Sponsors:


Swift Creek Pediatrics

Total Printing

Virginia Linen Service, Inc.

Family & Alumni Host Committee Sponsors:


Anonymous

Dan and Sally Caldwell and Family

Hollis and Brandon Daniels

Jane duFrane and Doug Pera

Julie and Jason Herzog, Ellen and John McDonald, and Lindsey and Will Reynolds

Lariza and John Rife, and Karthika and Sridhar Yaratha

Bo Steele, The Steele Group Sotheby’s International Realty
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