SAINT SPONSORS
2026-2027
THANK YOU TO OUR CURRENT
2026-2027 SAINT SPONSORS
Community Foundation of the Land of Lincoln Charitable Fund
Dr. Ed and Barb Blair
IC Management - Randy Pruetzel
JP Burns Excavating
Hendrickson Collision Repair
Marcia Wheeler
Godfrey Knights of Columbus
MillerKing LLC
WM Rexing Trucking Inc
Matt & Mel Bechtold
Mike Stephan
John Hoefert, Tarrant & Harman
Real Estate and Auction Co.
Jim Stephan
United Community Bank
John & Sue Stirnaman
Dave & Mary Eckhouse
Deacon Jay & Kim Wackerly
Deacon Bill & Pat Kessler
The Kohl Family
Bob Sanders
Eclipse Car Wash
Carol & Dale Neudecker
Illinois Recovery Center
Noel Automotive
St. Louis Scott Gallagher
Terry & Noncy Dooling
Judy Clark
J.A.D.
Linda Sethaler
Margaret Erthal
Tom Bechtold & Cynthia Gelsthorpe
Laura Buick GMC-Jordan Slayback
Larry Thompson
St. Ambrose Women’s Group
Our Saint Sponsors are truly special because their incredible generosity supports all of our church and school fundraisers, programs, and special projects throughout the entire year!
If you'd like to be added to this sweet list, families or businesses can make a combined or single donation of $1,000 or more to any St. Ambrose event or program by September 30, 2026 (just one week left!). Email Mel Bechtold at mbechtold@saintambroseparish.org
As a token of our deep appreciation for your all-encompassing support, Saint Sponsors receive fantastic visibility across our entire community all year!
Your generosity can support any of the following programs or any special project not listed here, just ask:
- Applefest Sponsorships
- MAGIC Match Classroom Sponsor
- Halloween Float
- Trivia Night Sponsor
- St. Ambrose Women's Group
- Student activities hosted by SAPA
- School Library
- Vacation Bible School
- Parish Stewardship (general needs)
- Catholic Schools Week Activities
- Teacher Wishlists
- PSR or SACO
- Golf Tournament (or any other event/program)
How to Give
You can give online at the button or donate via a check made out to the Parish Office.
Questions?
Please contact Mel Bechtold via the Parish Office at 618-466-2921, ext. 2, or send an email to mbechtold@saintambroseparish.org.
Saint Sponsor Recognition & Benefits
Your personal or business name will be celebrated throughout the year as a vital contributor to our community. Benefits for the 2026-2027 school year include:
- Prominent Event Visibility: Logos and names used whenever applicable, including signage posted at all events throughout the year.
- Digital & Print Features: Business logo featured on the St. Ambrose website, dedicated social media posts, community recommendations, and recognition in the Bulletin & Newsletter.
- SAPA & School Programs: Logos or names printed on all SAPA Agendas, Play Programs, and Graduation Programs.
- Special Event Perks: Vacation Bible School (VBS) t-shirt sponsor, a Hospitality Weekend sponsor once per year, and the opportunity to include promotional merch in event Swag Bags.
- Raffle Entry: One free Football Raffle, Basketball Raffle, and Cash Bash ticket.
- Performance & Meeting Treats: A cast treat tray for opening night of the school play (Fall) and musical (Spring), plus snacks provided at the December SAPA Meeting.
- Teacher Support: Breakfast or lunch for teachers during Teacher Appreciation Week, and donations directed to teacher wishlists for purchasing Scholastic Books.

