THANK YOU TO OUR CURRENT

2026-2027 SAINT SPONSORS

Community Foundation of the Land of Lincoln Charitable Fund

Godfrey Knights of Columbus

Miller King LLC 

WM Rexing Trucking Inc

Matt & Mel Bechtold

Deacon Bill & Pat Kessler

Michael Stephan

John Hoefert, Tarrant & Harman Real Estate and Auction Co.

Dr. Ed and Barb Blair

Randy Pruetzel IC Management

JP Burns Excavating

Hendrickson Collision Repair

Marcia Wheeler

J.A.D.

United Community Bank 

John & Sue Stirnamen 

Dave & Mary Eckhouse

Tom Bechtold & Cynthia Gelsthorpe

Deacon Jay & Kim Wackerly

Jim Stephan

St. Ambrose Women’s Group

Thank you to everyone who has helped our St. Ambrose community thrive through your incredible generosity! Because of your continued support, our Saint Sponsorship program has grown into a vital pillar of our shared mission for faith, education, and fellowship. As we kick off the 2026-2027 school year, we invite you to renew your support or join this wonderful program for the very first time.

To become a Saint Sponsor, 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. Your contribution counts toward sponsorship status whether you support one specific initiative or spread your giving across multiple areas throughout the 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.