Saturday, January 20, 2024
The Omni Dallas Hotel
6:00 – 11:00 p.m.
Catholic Charities Dallas’ 26th Annual Bishop’s Gala
The Bishop’s Gala is Catholic Charities Dallas’ annual fundraiser, benefitting the eleven service groups and over 35 programs of Catholic Charities Dallas. Enjoy dinner, auctions, and dancing to live entertainment while you and your guests help support CCD’s important work.
Join us and be part of the difference for over 200,000 individuals annually.
2024 Honorary Chair
The Most Reverend Bishop Gregory Kelly
Catholic Charities Dallas is honored to recognize Bishop Gregory Kelly as the Honorary Chair of the 26th Annual Bishop’s Gala. Bishop Kelly has been a constant supporter of the mission of Catholic Charities Dallas and continually enhances our work through his talents, guidance, and prayers.
Thank you to our 26th Annual Bishop’s Gala Co-Chairs
Mary Lynn and Fred Bangs & Marguerite and Michael Marz
Featuring a live performance by
The Temptations and the Four Tops
The Temptations
The Temptations’ story is a road map through American history. Originating in Detroit, their fusion of soulful voices produced some of the greatest music of our time. Led by Dr. Otis Williams, The Temptations have evolved over their 60-year history, transcending generations and carrying the torch for future fans.
The Temptations have effortlessly navigated lush pop and funk, with unforgettable classics like “My Girl,” “I Can’t Get Next to You,” and “Papa Was a Rollin’ Stone.” One of the most iconic, bestselling bands in the entertainment world, their music continues to uplift and inspire audiences to this day.
The Four Tops
With a diverse repertoire spanning doo-wop, jazz, soul music, R&B, disco, adult contemporary, hard rock, and showtunes, the Four Tops have captivated audiences for decades. As pioneers of the Motown Sound that defined the 1960s, their groundbreaking sound and distinctive style propelled them to the forefront of the music scene.
With an impressive collection of timeless hits including “I Can’t Help Myself (Sugar Pie Honey Bunch)” and “Reach Out I’ll Be There” the Four Tops have left captured the hearts of fans worldwide. To this day, they continue to inspire generations with their unmatched talent, remarkable vocals, and extraordinary performances.
Become an event sponsor
Thank you to our generous sponsors!
Entertainment Sponsor
Diamond Sponsors
Inwood National Bank
Peggy and Len Ruby
Stephens Family Fund
Gold Sponsors
Cindy and Kevin Bartholomew
Bosworth Steel Erectors
Betty and Michael Bullington
Marti and Jim Burke
Catholic Diocese of Dallas
Peggy and Bill Cavalle
Jacqueline and Peter Costanza
Mary Claire and Bill Dahlstrom
Tanya and Greg Deiter
Emily and Scott Deke
Laura and Jim Einspanier
Frost Bank
Jean and Rich Fuchs
Caroline and Wade Glover & Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP
Huitt-Zollars, Inc.
Jackson Walker, LLP, The Ackels Foundation, Mary Emma and Al Karam
Vicky and Doug Lattner & Ursuline Academy of Dallas
Georgia and Marc Lyons
Mary and Howard Manning
Linda and Tom McCarthy
Maryanne and Dan Odom
Brooke O’Hare
Jeanne and Peter Rickert
Allan Rodger – Zenith Roofing
The Rosewood Corporation
Mary and Mike Terry
Lucia and Jerry Welch
Kathleen and Dave Woodyard
Patron Sponsors
Rebecca and Alex Almanza
Beth Ann and Jamie Apt
Lois and Ed Cartwright
Christ the King Catholic Church
Renaye and Jim Damman
Commissioner Theresa Daniel, PhD
Camille and Dave Fournier
Carol and Doug Gockel
Pam and Paul Harris
Rita and Joe Hogan
Kasey and Bill Hollon
Holy Trinity Catholic Parish
J.M. Haggar, Jr. Family Foundation
Mary and Timothy Leahy
Mary Blake and Chuck Meadows
Sue and Tom Merkel
Order of Malta – American Association
St. Ann Catholic Church, Coppell
St. Joseph Catholic Church, Richardson
Jo and Kevin Sullivan
The Catholic Foundation
The City of Dallas
Sherry and Mike Uhl
Terri Sue and Jack Wensinger
Platinum Sponsors
Mary Lynn and Fred Bangs
Maureen Brodnax
Melissa and Stephen Brooks
Catholic Housing Initiative
Irma and Alfredo Duarte
Carmen and Raul Estrada
Richard Kelly
The Markham Family Foundation
Marguerite and Michael Marz
Dorothy and John O’Dwyer
Mary and Bill Sladek
Shelley and Richard Stanzel
Betty and Steve Suellentrop
Mary Ann and Max Wernick
Trudy and Bob Wright
Elevation Sponsor
KPMG, LLP
Marianne and Roger Staubach
Silver Sponsors
Bishop Lynch High School
Sue and Joe Brooks
Challenger, Gray and Christmas
Carol and Joe Dingman
Jane and Don Hanratty, Tricia and Mark Koch, Ann Oliverio and Bill Nasser
LERMA/ Advertising
Locke Lord, LLP
Kathy Muldoon and Bob Hendler
Mutual of America
Deborah and Ken Topolinsky
Bronze Sponsors
Carmen and Joe Coleman
Tere and Javier Creixell
Jennifer and John Gates
Kara and Peter Gehan
Matthews Southwest Hospitality
Kathleen Irvin and Dennis Walo
John Paul II High School
Kathleen and Joseph Murphy
Susan and Jon Piot
University of Dallas
Jean and Marty White
Ana and Jim Yoder Charitable Giving Fund
Questions? Please contact us at gala@ccdallas.org or 214.296.4258.
