The 35th Annual Ursuline Gala was on Saturday, February 21, 2026

The Going for Gold Gala was a powerful celebration of community, generosity, and belief in the transformative gift of an Ursuline education. Thanks to the extraordinary support of our attendees, sponsors, donors, and volunteers, the evening raised more than $800,000 for scholarships, ensuring that more young women will have access to an Ursuline education.

From spirited bidding and heartfelt storytelling to a record-setting paddle raise, the night reflected what makes this community so special: a shared commitment to opening doors for the next generation of leaders.

We are deeply grateful to our Gala Chairs, Nicole Russell and Allison McAfee, committee members, sponsors, and every guest who made the evening such a success. The impact of this generosity will be felt for years to come.

A Story of Impact

One of the most meaningful moments of the evening came when alumna Ingrid Castillo ’08 shared how a scholarship, funded by someone she never met, changed the trajectory of her life.

Her story is a powerful reminder that generosity creates opportunity and how opportunity changes lives.