Catholic Charities Monte Carlo Night

Amarillo—Catholic Charities of the Texas Panhandle will host its fifth Monte Carlo Night fundraiser Saturday from 6:00 to 11:00 at St. Thomas the Apostle Church, 4100 South Coulter.

The evening begins at 6:00 with social hour, followed by dinner at 6:30, catered by Joe Taco. Music will be provided by Patrick Swindell and Esquire Jazz.

Tickets are $80 each or $150 per couple.

There will also be a silent and live auction. Auctioneer will be Paul Smith. Online bidding for silent auctions will begin one week prior to the event. Items include a number of high-end paintings donated through an estate sale.

Casino games will be operated under the direction of the Men’s Club at St. Thomas the Apostle Church. There will also be a 3D Photo Booth and a number of prizes will be given away throughout the evening. Sponsors will be highlighted during the evening with eye-catching 3D holographic images.

All proceeds from the evening will be dedicated to one of the many programs offered by Catholic Charities, including:
• The InterFaith Hunger Project;
• Joseph’s Project;
• Refugee Resettlement; and,
• Immigration Services.

Present in the Texas Panhandle since 1932, Catholic Charities has actively advocated for the poor, the at-risk, the misunderstood, the hungry and the homeless throughout its existence.

“This event is a perfect opportunity to provide help and create hope for the thousands of
clients served by the many programs offered by Catholic Charities of the Texas Panhandle,” said Jeff Gulde, executive director of Catholic Charities.

For additional information, to purchase tickets or to learn about sponsorship opportunities, please visit the newly-launched Catholic Charities website, cctxp.org, or contact Kelly James, CCTXP development director at 806-731-3732.