What should I wear to Gloriam?

Dress code is cocktail attire

Will I receive a physical ticket?

There are no physical tickets.

Where is Gloriam?

Catholic Central High School Student Center and Gymnasium
319 Sheldon Blvd SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49503

What do the funds raised at Gloriam go to?

The funds raised support the Catholic Central Fund which supports tuition assistance and strengthen the programs that define the CC experience, both in and out of the classroom

What is the schedule of events?

5:30pm - 6:45pm
Cocktail hour in the Student Center

7:00pm
Dinner and program in the gym

9:00pm
Event concludes

Where should I park?

Parking is available next to the gym, along Goodrich, adjacent to the Cathedral of Saint Andrew, or in the Diocesan ramp.

How do I check in?

When you arrive, please head to the registration tables outside of the Student Center to check in and verify your contact information and credit card information. You will receive your name tag with a table number and bidder number on it. Your Gloriam program and bidder card will be at your table.

For ease of check-in and check-out, please pre-register your credit card before Friday, October 23, 2026. This will streamline the check-in process and get you in as quickly as possible. To pre-register your credit card, please click here: Gloriam 2026 Credit Card Pre-Registration

Do I need to check out at the end of the night?

No need to check out at the end of the night if you pre-registered a credit card unless you won any item(s) in the Live auction. Please pick up any items at the registration table where you checked in.

A draft receipt will be emailed to the email address on file the week after Gloriam before your credit card is charged. If you have any questions regarding receipts or payment, please contact Stefanie Snyder at stefaniesnyder@grcatholiccentral.org

Can I use my Donor-Advised Fund?

If you would like to recommend a grant from your Donor-Advised Fund in support of your paddle raise, you may do so before or after the event. Catholic Central’s EIN is 81-2898208.

Do I have to attend the in-person event to donate?

No! On the ticket registration page, simply leave the ticket purchase information blank, enter a donation amount in the box under “I would like to donate,” and continue following the prompts to check out.

Who should I contact if I have additional questions?

Contact Molly Cotter at (616) 233-5835 or mollycotter@grcatholiccentral.org