Support to Extravaganza empowers students of Saint Thomas Aquinas to achieve excellence not only within the classroom and academic pathways but also through a diverse range of extracurricular activities available “after the bell”.
Gift Gathering Parties
Every August the school year kicks off with the Extravaganza class gift gathering parties. These parties are hosted and co-hosted by parents from each class for the purpose of collecting gifts for the school’s largest fundraiser. Every parent that attends a gift gathering party is expected to bring a gift valued at $75 or more that can be auctioned at Extravaganza or make a tax-deductible monetary donation of $75 or more. However, all gifts of any amount are welcome and greatly appreciated.
Enter to Win a $1,000 Tuition Voucher
All gifts/donations valued at $75 or more are eligible for the $1,000 tuition voucher drawing. The winner will be announced at Homecoming on Friday, October 3rd 2025. Congratulations to Lindsey and Mike McGown the voucher winners for the 2024-2025 school year!
Ways to enter the voucher drawing:
- Purchase a gift from our gift registries (deliver your gift to the party or to the Advancement Office at Saint Thomas Aquinas)
- Donate via Check or Cash at the party (or mail to Saint Thomas Aquinas, Attn Extravaganza)
- Donate online via Onecause (Available this summer)
- Donate an experience, vacation spot or memorable item using the Donor Form
Saints in Disguise 2024 Fund A Need
Our 2024 Extravaganza Recap:
A Remarkable Night!
Thanks to the incredible generosity of our Saint Thomas Aquinas community, Saints in Disguise: Unmasking Elegance at Extravaganza was an amazing success! Held on Saturday, November 16th, this year’s event raised its nearly $680,000 in funding. These contributions will help Saint Thomas Aquinas support nearly 900 students in achieving excellence not only within the classroom and academic pathways but also through a diverse range of extracurricular activities available “after the bell.”
On behalf Saint Thomas Aquinas faculty, staff, students and families, thank you for your heartfelt support. Together, we continue to prioritize a holistic approach to the development of our students, empowering them to explore, identify, and utilize their God-given talents.
A special thank you to our 2024 Extravaganza General Chairs, Julie & Dave Tuttle and Michelle and Scott Hardgree, '96 and to all of our 2024 Steering Committee members who worked tirelessly to bring this night to its success. THANK YOU!
The Evening's Photo Unmasked:
Thank you to our 2024 Extravaganza Business Sponsors
Upcoming Events
![Beer Bags and Brats 2025]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1744293198/stasaintsnet/eaej8dsptovqlezfncoj/BBBtourney.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1744293198/stasaintsnet/eaej8dsptovqlezfncoj/BBBtourney.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1744293198/stasaintsnet/eaej8dsptovqlezfncoj/BBBtourney.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1744293198/stasaintsnet/eaej8dsptovqlezfncoj/BBBtourney.jpg","width":1080}])
Join us for a summer evening of good food, great drinks, and friendly competition! There are only a couple team slots left so make sure to sign up today!
Ticket Options:
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Watch Party – $30
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Player – $50 (includes entry into the bags tournament)
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Team – $100 (2 players per team, includes tournament entry)
All tickets include unlimited food & beverages, featuring local Touring Taps.
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Recap from our First Annual Mother Son Pickleball Tournament Extravaganza Sign Up Party
Learn more about what the tournament supported, how to sign up for next 2026, and what an Extravaganza "Sign-up Party" is all about!
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Save the date for Extravaganza 2025 on Saturday, November 15, 2025!
As you can see from 2024, an unforgettable evening of fellowship and celebration as we work together to support the Saints community!
Extravaganza Through the Years...
The Evening's Photo Vault:
Luck Be a Saint Tonight 2022
Saints in Emerald City 2021
Contact Information
Christine Saxer Darden, '06
Director of Special Events
913-319-2475
cdarden@stasaints.net