The Gesu Century Capital and Endowment Campaign
“I think building on a 100-year history is a gift, and to do that, we have to build on what the past has given us and plan for the future. Gesu is a vital part of the Cleveland area, and we want to ensure the community and our families that we will be here in the future.” - Sr. Linda Martin, Former Principal
Let Us Dream Big and Imagine Gesu in the Next Century
The Church of the Gesu has shaped the landscape of University Heights for nearly 100 years. The impact of our community extends far beyond the city limits, which is why we hope you will partner with us to ensure the future of this vibrant parish and school community for the next 100 years and beyond! We invite you, as a member of the Gesu Church and School community, to partner with us to celebrate The Gesu Century Capital and Endowment Campaign, and make our vision a reality. Your participation will help shape Gesu’s next 100 years!
Our Campaign Focus/Goals
It is with great excitement that we build on these historic times with The Gesu Century: A Capital and Endowment Campaign, which will ensure the vibrancy of Gesu for years to come. After the parish’s
in-depth planning process that included a strategic plan, parish Examen, listening sessions, feasibility study, facilities audit, and other endeavors, Gesu began to determine what the parish's needs are today and what they will be for the future. The three main factors that led to Gesu’s launch of this capital and endowment campaign, the first in over 20+ years, are: growing the endowment funds, infrastructure & preservation, and outdoor projects.
Endowment
Growing the Gesu Endowment Fund will ensure Gesu’s future and will provide resources for faculty and staff, grow financial assistance for students, continue funding for outreach and enhance faith formation programs.
Infrastructure & Preservation
Buildings on the campus are aging and addressing the need for repairs and upgrades is essential to maintain a safe and functional environment.
Outdoor Projects
Utilizing specific areas of our outdoor campus for worship and learning will enhance our prayer and educational experiences.
JOIN US IN PARTNERSHIP
We invite you, as a member of the Gesu Church and School community, to partner with us to celebrate The Gesu Century Capital and Endowment Campaign, and make our vision a reality. Your participation will help shape Gesu’s next 100 years!
Capital Campaign Steering Committee
Fr. Lukas M. Laniauskas, SJ, Pastor
Regan Kazel, School Principal
Mary Kate Farrar, Century Campaign
Meghan Svatora, Director of Development
Colleen Clemens, Development Assistant
Megan Johnston, Chief Operating Officer
Kimberly Berlin, Executive Assistant to the Pastor
Bill Beck
Donna Conry
Cynthia Druckenbrod
Kerianne Hearns
Chris Jones
Chris Kelly
Jared Limberg
Dan Malone
Sal Miroglotta
Jody Salata
Michael Santelli
Mary Supler