HOPE Dinner 2022 Photo: St. John’s Academy

JAMESTOWN, N.D. (NewsDakota.com) – On October 15th, St. John’s Academy hosted their 32nd annual HOPE Dinner, an annual benefit event to support the students and staff of the school.

This year’s dinner raised a record amount as over $266,000 was received in donations, sponsorships, and in ticket sales.

The dinner featured a social hour, silent and live auction, student entertainment, and live music. The auction was once again led by Orr Auctioneers, who have partnered with the Academy since the event began in 1990. Over 275 people attended, and 42 local businesses provided sponsorship support.

“I’m continuously amazed at the support for our school,” Principal Jeff Trumbauer stated. “It takes a community to put together an event of this magnitude and to accomplish what was accomplished this year. We have a great group of committee members and volunteers who worked incredibly hard on sponsorships, auction solicitations, banquet, decorating, set up and clean-up. Our event chairs, Sarah Sankey and Stacy Anderson do a phenomenal job. The dinner continues to improve under their leadership.”

Although the final expenses and net income figures are still being tabulated, it is clear the event was another huge success.

Trumbauer added, “The students and staff of the Academy are incredibly grateful for the hard work from everyone who helped with the event and to our generous donors who continue to support the school. Their efforts and generosity make an enormous difference on the educational experience we provide here at St. John’s Academy and is a testament that a Christ-centered education has tremendous value in our community.”