A Night for the Red & White

What is A Night for the Red & White?
A Night for the Red & White is a gala event that raises money to enrich the arts, humanities, and technology in the Shaker School District. It is a celebration of our community and our schools working together for a shared objective. The event is hosted by the Friends of the Shaker Schools Foundation, a large and diverse group of volunteers.

When and where is this year’s event?
A Night for the Red & White will be held on Saturday, March 7, 2009, 7:00 p.m., at the InterContinental Hotel on Carnegie Avenue adjacent to the Cleveland Clinic. Each year, more than 800 enthusiastic supporters attend the festive gala, which includes buffet-style dining, dancing, a unique silent auction, student art show and student performances.

How much has been raised by A Night for the Red & White… And how will the proceeds be used?
Since the first benefit in 1992, more than $1.6 million has been raised for the enrichment of arts, humanities, and technology. Next year the funds will again be used for the enrichment of technology, arts, humanities, and health and fitness.

Property taxes support the schools. Why hold a benefit?
The Shaker schools are known for their traditionally high level of public support through bond issues and tax levies. However, private contributors have donated funds for items above and beyond the responsibilities of the district’s budget. Your donation will serve to perpetuate and strengthen this tradition of generosity.

Are contributions tax-deductible?
Does your company have a matching gift program?
Your ticket donation to A Night for the Red & White is tax-deductible minus the goods and services. Please contact your Human Resource Department to determine if your company has a matching gift program.

Where may I obtain further information?
Information is available by contacting:

• Executive Director of the Shaker Schools Foundation, Christine Auginas, at (216) 295-4325 or

• A Night for the Red & White Executive Board Members, Lauren Bowen at (216) 491-9463 and Bethany Einstein at (216) 283-8363.

History
A Night for the Red & White was started in 1992 by several parents who wanted to raise money for technology enrichment. The first year was to be held at the new Heinen’s at Shaker Towne Center but when the attendance topped 300 the benefit was moved to the Omni Hotel that was adjacent to the Cleveland Clinic. This first event raised approximately $42,220 for our students. The gala remained at the Omni through 1998. Each year the attendance grew and so did the profits. By 1999 when the party was moved to TRW, the number of party goers was 850. Next came three years at the Cleveland Browns Stadium and then a year at the State Theatre. The last four years have been at the InterContinental Hotel. Over 800 partygoers continue to enjoy the event each year with the profits for our students totaling over $1.3 million.