About the Gala 

Guardian Angels Catholic Church will commemorate serving its Parishioners and the greater Santee Community by hosting the Guardian Angels Sixtieth Anniversary Gala & Fundraiser. The semi-formal event will be held on June 18, 2022, at Cathedral Catholic High School Theater in Carmel Valley. Proceeds from the Gala will benefit the Blessed Carlo Acutis Youth and Young Adult Building being built on the back lot of the church property.

Event Emcee

“Shotgun Tom” Kelly has been entertaining Southern California Radio and TV audiences for over 51 years.  For 20 years, he was in the Afternoon Drive spot at K-EARTH 101 in Los Angeles. He has also worked at such respected Radio stations: KGB, KCBQ, KFRC, and B-100, where he was Billboard Magazine “Air Personality of the Year.” Tom is one of the most active, and most decorated TV and Radio personalities in Southern California.  He won two Emmy Awards as host of the syndicated TV game show “Words-a-Poppin”, and Radio and Records “Oldies Air Personality of the Year” at K-EARTH.

Event Entertainment – Republic of Music

“Uniting your loved ones with celebration & music! Southern California’s most sought-after band for connecting friends, families and colleagues through music! We center our performance around YOU & YOUR favorite people ensuring everyone walks away raving, “It was the best party ever!” We’re an interactive party band, with show-stopping performance energy, passionate lead singers, tantalizing dancers, sizzling costumes, captivating choreography & unmatched musicianship. Our music family also contains an incredible lineup of the most hip & passionate DJs in Southern California. Our commitment is to give you a rave-review worthy entertainment experience within a budget that works for you. YOU are the STAR in our show. WE are YOUR band!”

Become a Sponsor

We are seeking community sponsorships as a part of our fundraising efforts. Sponsors receive special promotions leading up to and during the event as well as preferred seating at the Gala.

Diamond ~ Presenting Sponsor ~ $10,000

Pearl ~ Dinner Sponsor ~ $7,500

Ruby ~ Entertainment Sponsor ~ $5,000

Sapphire ~ Beverage Sponsor ~ $3,000

Emerald ~ Silent Auction Sponsor ~ $3,000

Gold ~ Marketing Sponsor ~ $2,750

Silver ~ Centerpiece Sponsor $1,000 – SOLD

Thank you to our Gala Sponsors!