Chatard-A-Bration Fundraiser at Bishop Chatard High School

Chatard-a-Bration

February 21, 2026

Chatard-a-Bration is Bishop Chatard’s second biggest fundraiser and supports The Annual Fund. The Annual Fund provides tuition assistance for over half our students and helps us to more justly compensate our teachers.

Chatard-a-Bration: Winter Games proved to be a joyful evening celebrating our Trojan community and raising critical support for our students and teachers. We quickly warmed up in the “Lodge,” where everyone gathered for dinner, exciting live and silent auctions, and fantastic entertainment from the Downstairs Dads. Thanks to the incredible generosity of our BCHS community, the event raised more than $400,000 for our Annual Fund. We continue to be inspired and grateful.

A heartfelt thank you to all of our sponsors, and a special shout-out to our co-chairs, Kelli and Russ ’88 Lawrence and the more than 60 families who volunteered their time for the event!

2026 Fund-A-Need: Kyle Guyton Lecture Hall - Donations still open

$55,000+ is needed to transform the Kyle Guyton Theater into the Kyle Guyton Lecture Hall — a modern, dynamic space for conversation, collaboration, and inspiration. With new seating featuring adjustable tables, upgraded lighting, refreshed flooring, and redesigned floor levels, the Hall will deliver a true collegiate atmosphere and foster richer interaction between students and guest speakers.

This renovation is more than an update—it’s a statement of our commitment to exceptional learning spaces. By enhancing the functionality and feel of our campus, we’re creating an environment that serves all students and makes our school even more compelling for years to come.

Donate online here to the Fund-A-Need.

Schedule for the Evening

Opening Ceremonies

6:00 – 7:30 pm: Outdoor Cocktail Hour in Ski Village; Check in, register for the auction & purchase your bourbon pull and heads or tails chances
7:30 pm: Welcome and Prayer in Ski Lodge
7:40 pm: Indoor Buffet Dinner
8:15 – 9:15 pm: LIVE Auction, heads or tails, and Fund-A-Need
9:15 – 11:00 pm: Live entertainment by The Downstairs Dads
9:30 pm: Online Auction Closes

Tickets -- Let the Games Begin

Tickets

Tickets are $150 per person or $1500 for a table of ten.
Purchase your ticket today!

Let The Games Begin*

Bourbon Pull

Feeling lucky? Take home a mystery bottle of bourbon—every pull is a winner, and some bottles are top-shelf surprises. $30 per pull.
Purchase chances here

Heads or Tails

A crowd favorite! Buy in for a necklace, choose heads or tails, and stay standing as long as you can (limit three necklaces per guest). $10 per necklace. Last one remaining wins half the pot!
Purchase chances here

Yukon Solo Stove Raffle

Don’t miss your chance to win the ultimate backyard upgrade—perfect for cozy nights, gatherings, and s’mores season. Tickets may be purchased through Qtego at the event only.

Curling Fun

Try your hand at this unique and entertaining game that’s sure to spark some friendly competition—and a few laughs along the way.
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What to Wear to the Games

Think winter glam meets cozy mountain vibes! Bundle up in ski coats, hats, mittens, and boots for our outdoor cocktail hour. You can check your gear at the “Ski Rental” Coat Check before heading inside the “ski lodge” (Main Gym) for dinner and festivities. Jeans, sweaters, Olympic-inspired gear — anything festive, comfy, and creative is welcome. We can’t wait to see everyone’s Winter Games style!

Check this out! Our Spirit Shop has new hats and scarves to help you out!
Shop Online Here

Our 2026 Auction is now open!

Bidding has started on all of the specialty items, team gift baskets, and unique experiences included in this year’s Chatard-a-Bration Auction!

You don’t have to attend Chatard-a-Bration to bid and win in our auction. Bid through your cell phone/mobile device; join in the fun and support your BCHS Trojans!

Register your mobile device to bid (directions below).
The auction will close at 9:30 pm on Saturday, Feb. 21, 2026.

Bid Online Here

How to Register Your Phone & Place Bids

REGISTER YOUR PHONE

Go to: https://bishopchatard.home.qtego.us/
To get started, you’ll need to enter your phone number. You’ll be required to enter a credit card. You will ONLY be charged if you make a donation, purchase an Instabuy, and/or win an auction item.
After registering, click the blue link to access your personal bidding page.

HOW TO PLACE BIDS

In your text message from Qtego, select the link to open your QSite.
View all “AUCTION ITEMS”
Click on the image of the item you are interested in.
On the next screen, enter your bid amount and click ‘Submit Bid’
To Instabuy or Donate to the Fund-A-Need, click those corresponding buttons.

TO TEXT A BID

Find the item and item number you want to bid on in the auction.
Locate your text message from Qtego.
Reply to the text message with the item number followed by your bid amount. Example: 114 100

Our 2026 Auction is now open!

Bidding has started on all of the specialty items, team gift baskets, and unique experiences included in this year’s Chatard-a-Bration Auction!

You don’t have to attend Chatard-a-Bration to bid and win in our auction. Bid through your cell phone/mobile device; join in the fun and support your BCHS Trojans!

Register your mobile device to bid (directions below).
The auction will close at 9:30 pm on Saturday, Feb. 22, 2025.

Open Bidding Software

How to Register Your Phone & Place Bids

REGISTER YOUR PHONE

Go to: https://bishopchatard.home.qtego.us/
Click the Register button and fill out the form. You are required to enter a credit card. You will ONLY be charged if you make a donation, purchase an Instabuy, and/or win an auction item.
After you register, click the blue link to access your personal bidding site.

PLACE YOUR BIDS

After you register, click the blue link to access your personal bidding site.
Press the ‘Auction Item’ button to be directed to our fabulous auction items.
Tap the item, enter in your bid, then hit submit!

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Scenes from the 2026 Chatard-a-Bration

2026 Chatard-a-Bration Sponsors

Thank you to our Chatard-A-Bration Sponsors! Your support helps make Chatard-A-Bration a success!

How to become a Chatard-a-Bration Sponsor

With over 600 guests expected and many more joining us online, we invite you to be part of this exciting effort, either as an event sponsor or by donating an item to our auction. Every contribution, big or small, will make a meaningful difference for Bishop Chatard.
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If you’re interested in becoming a sponsor, contact Deanna Murphy, Director of Alumni Relations and Special Events, at dmurphy@bishopchatard.org.

Note: A matching gift is an easy way to boost your charitable donation.
Read more about Matching Gifts