Catholic schools to hold Hope Reception fundraiser on April 28

The annual fundraiser supports the Beacon of Hope Scholarship Fund, which has provided financial assistance to more than 420 students.

The Diocese of Albany Catholic schools will hold their 2023 Hope Reception on Friday, April 28, from 5-8:30 p.m. at The Train Shed, located in the Riverview Center at 150 Broadway in Menands. The annual fundraiser supports the Beacon of Hope Scholarship Fund, which provides tuition assistance to families who would otherwise not have the means to send their children to a Catholic school in the 14-county Diocese.

The 2023 Hope Reception will feature performances and demonstrations by Catholic school students and will celebrate the Beacon of Hope Community Spirit Award honorees from each school. Giuliana Bruno of News Channel 10 will serve as Master of Ceremonies for the event, which will include hors d’oeuvres and food stations.

“We strive to ensure that every child regardless of faith or circumstance has the ability to benefit from a Catholic education,” said Dr. Giovanni Virgiglio, Superintendent of Schools. “Our schools instill intellectual, spiritual, moral and social values in our students. We are so grateful to all those who support the Beacon of Hope Fund to make Catholic education possible through scholarship assistance for so many young people.”

During the 2022-23 school year, the Beacon of Hope Scholarship Fund provided financial support to more than 420 students in Catholic schools throughout the Diocese. Community Spirit Award winners, nominated by members of their respective school community, are also recognized for going above and beyond, giving the immeasurable gift of their time, talent and resources.

To purchase tickets to this year’s event, donate or sponsor an awardee, please visit https://www.beaconofhopefund.org. For more information, contact Julie Byron-Hogan, development assistant, at (518) 453-6602 or [email protected].