Events
EVENTS
Run For Tomorrow's Hope
Saturday, April 12, 2025
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On the morning of Saturday, April 12th, St. Joseph School in Garden City proudly hosted the 10th Annual Run for Tomorrow’s Hope, once again sponsored by the Catholic High Schools of Long Island.
The day began with a heartfelt blessing from Father Matthew Browne, Bishop’s Delegate to the Department of Education, followed by a beautiful rendition of the National Anthem by Kiera Liantonio, a proud alumna of St. Joseph School.
Undeterred by the weather, more than 350 participants registered to take part in both the 1-mile Fun Run and the 5K Run. Among them, 25 Catholic schools were represented, including 18 Long Island Catholic elementary schools.
This milestone year brought more to celebrate than just the race itself — thanks to overwhelming support, we not only reached our fundraising goal of $35,000, we exceeded it, raising over $44,000 — a new record for the event! A special highlight of the day was a well-deserved award presented to Dr. Michael Spinelli, Run Director, in recognition of his unwavering dedication and commitment to the success of the Run for Tomorrow’s Hope over the past 10 years.
St. Joseph School proudly earned the title of Fastest School, while St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Regional School in Bellmore took home the award for Highest Participation — for the third consecutive year!
A heartfelt thank you goes out to the 2025 Run Committee, especially Victoria and Dr. Michael Spinelli, our generous sponsors, and St. Joseph School for once again hosting this incredible event.
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STARS for Students Gala
Wednesday, May 14, 2025
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Tomorrow’s Hope Foundation is thrilled to announce its 20th Anniversary STARS for Students Gala, taking place on Wednesday, May 14th at The Lannin in East Meadow, New York. This milestone event will honor two decades of providing scholarships and vital support to students in need, ensuring access to quality Catholic education. The evening will be a chance to reflect on the incredible progress made over the past 20 years, honor those who have shaped Tomorrow’s Hope’s journey, and look ahead to the future of the students the Foundation continues to support.
This year’s theme, Generations of Hope, perfectly reflects the heart of the mission. The Gala will be especially meaningful for Lewis S. Ranieri, Chairman, one of this year’s honorees, who will be recognized alongside family members Peggy and Bobby York while remembering Mr. Ranieri's late wife, Peg Ranieri, whose vision helped bring Tomorrow’s Hope to life in 2005. Also being honored are Vicki and Joseph J. Ferrara, and posthumously, Joseph A. Ferrara, and The Conniff Family, all of whom have been dedicated benefactors of the Foundation since its inception. Also, Paul Clagnaz, Principal at St. Brigid/Our Lady of Hope Regional School in Westbury and THF Board Member will be receiving The Peg Ranieri Educator Award.​​
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Swinging For Scholarships Golf Outing
Tuesday, September 9, 2025
​With your steadfast commitment to our mission, Tomorrow's Hope Foundation's 2024 Swinging for Scholarships Golf Outing raised nearly $335,000! ​​
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A special thank you to John C. Schmitt,
2024 Golf Honoree; Peggy York, Golf Committee Member; Michael McCarthy and Frank Liantonio, Golf Committee Co-Chairmen; Matthew Puca, STAR Speaker; Father Matt Browne; Father John Sureau; 2024 THF Golf Committee; and all our Swinging for Scholarship sponsors!
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EVENTS
A Christmas Evening
Tuesday, December 9, 2025
On Tuesday, December 3rd, Tomorrow’s Hope Foundation hosted its 9th Annual "A Christmas Evening" at the Columbus Citizens Foundation, a beautifully decorated townhouse in New York City, featuring festive Christmas trees and enchanting holiday displays. The event welcomed over 100 guests, including Donald Gelestino, the 2024 Advent STAR Award Recipient and President of Champion Elevator; Most Reverend John O. Barres, Bishop of the Diocese of Rockville Centre, who concluded the evening with a heartfelt benediction; Father Matthew Browne, Bishop's Delegate to the Department of Education; and Pam Sanders, Superintendent of Schools.
A special thank you goes to Joseph Tarantino, CEO of Protiviti and 2021 Advent STAR Recipient for co-chairing this event once again. Thanks to the incredible generosity of our supporters, the evening raised over $240,000! We extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who made this event such a wonderful success.​