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The mission of the Advancement Office is to be the primary fundraising mechanism for Norfolk Catholic School outside of tuition. The Advancement Office, through its paid staff and volunteers, coordinates the annual Fund for NC appeal, spearheads the parish and school’s planned giving efforts, and holds several events throughout the year.
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Spirit
The 36th annual Spirit auction gala fundraiser will be Saturday, October 17, 2026, at the Norfolk Catholic Activities Center.
The purpose of this event is to (a) provide budget relief for school operating expenses, and (b) address capital improvements for the school.
In the last five years, Spirit has raised nearly $1.18 million toward operating expenses and more than $600,000 toward capital improvements such as playground equipment, replacing vehicles, and building a new bus barn and storage shed. Spirit features dinner, a live and silent auction, cash prize raffle, and more activities. More information will be released as it becomes available.
Cadillac Stag
The 51st annual Cadillac Stag was held Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026, at the Norfolk Country Club.
Cadillac Stag is a fun time for people to come together and celebrate Norfolk Catholic School in a relaxed, business casual event.
This year, the Cadillac Stag included a watch party for the Nebraska at Southern California men's basketball game and a $25,000 grand prize drawing held following the game, along with more chances to win throughout the afternoon and evening such as split the pot, scoreboard game, prize raffles and more.
Tickets are $150 each and include admittance to the event, a buffet of appetizers, beverages, and a chance to win $25,000. This event, including the grand prize raffle, is limited to 400 tickets.
Hall of Fame
The 11th annual Hall of Fame Celebration Dinner and Induction Ceremony will be held on Saturday, April 18, 2026, at the Norfolk Catholic Activities Center.
The Norfolk Catholic Hall of Fame has annually recognized athletes and alumni since 2015 who, according to the organization’s bylaws, have achieved distinction in their lives through significant contributions in their career, community and personal achievements, teams that achieved high distinction during their respective season, staff members and supporters who made significant contributions to the school.
The Norfolk Catholic Hall of Fame is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors that includes school administrators, alumni, and past inductees.
For more information, to view past inductees, or nominate someone, click here to view the Hall of Fame site.
NEBRASKA CATHOLIC DAY OF GIVING
The Nebraska Catholic Day of Giving is a collaborative effort among the three dioceses in the state. Last year, more than $1 million was raised between the Archdiocese of Omaha and the Dioceses of Lincoln and Grand Island. The 2026 Nebraska Catholic Day of Giving will be held on May 6.
Norfolk Area Big Give
The Norfolk Area Big Give is held by the Philanthropy Council of Northeast Nebraska, a group of more than 30 non-profit organizations which has included Norfolk Catholic representatives among its leadership in recent years. In just the past five years, Norfolk Catholic has raised nearly $290,000 for needed safety improvements on campus. The 2026 Norfolk Area Big Give will be held May 14-19.
