Giving

Baumgartner-Gilbert Stadium Project

Leave Your Legacy at Benet!

Be part of Benet history—and make your mark for generations to come!

The new Baumgartner-Gilbert Stadium is taking shape, and now the entire Benet Family has a special opportunity to help bring this transformational project across the finish line.

Through the Legacy Project, your support can become a permanent part of the new stadium complex. Personalized engraved pavers and prominent recognition in Alumni Plaza will celebrate the families, alumni and friends whose generosity helped make this vision a reality.

Your name. Your message. Your Benet legacy.

With opportunities beginning at $1,000 and flexible pledge options available, there are meaningful ways for the entire Benet Family to take part.

Ready to leave your mark? 

Click HERE to explore Legacy Project recognition opportunities, see all the details and make your gift or pledge today.

Construction Timeline

Construction of Phase 1 began in July 2026 and will take approximately 12 months to complete.

Phase 2 will begin upon the completion of Phase 1 and once the necessary funds have been raised. 

BENEFITS

  • School Spirit and Campus Pride: The stadium renovation will create an exciting and welcoming space that brings the Benet community together. By enhancing the front of campus and providing a visually impressive venue for games and events, the stadium will build school pride, energize student and alumni spirit, and serve as a powerful recruitment tool that reflects our commitment to investing in the full development of our students.
  • Expanded Athletic Opportunities: By providing versatile and durable playing surfaces for football, track, soccer, lacrosse, cross country and other sports, the stadium renovation will extend the season in which students can participate in various sports, fostering teamwork, discipline and leadership skills.
  • Enhanced Physical Education Classes: The new all-weather track and multi-sport turf field will elevate the quality of physical education classes.  Students will have access to top-notch facilities, promoting their overall well-being and encouraging active lifestyles.

Investing in Benet

The investment levels below are provided as a guide to help you prayerfully consider a gift that is meaningful for you. Every contribution, regardless of size, is deeply valued and honors our shared commitment to the Redwing community. We hope that all members of the Redwing Family will join in this meaningful opportunity to leave a lasting legacy and create a new home for generations to come.

Pledge Amount Monthly Giving
(over 5 years)		 Monthly Giving
(over 3 years)
$500,000 $8,333.33 $13,888.89
$250,000 $4,166.67 $6,944.44
$100,000 $1,666.67 $2,777.78
$50,000 $833.33 $1,388.88
$25,000 $416.67 $694.44
$10,000 $166.67 $277.78
$5,000 $83.33 $138.89
$2,500 $41.67 $69.44
$1,000 $16.67 $27.78

Ways to Support

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  • The Legacy Project

    The Legacy Project provides an opportunity to make a gift to the project and, as a special expression of Benet’s gratitude, receive permanent recognition within the new stadium complex.
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  • Campaign Prayer

    Prayer is a thoughtful and meaningful way to support the stadium project, asking for God’s guidance and blessings as we work to create a space that will serve our students and strengthen the Benet community for generations to come.
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  • Ways to Give

    Gifts can be made as a one-time contribution, through recurring payments, or as a multi-year pledge—allowing you to give in a way that fits your circumstances.
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  • Investment Levels

    Giving levels are offered as a thoughtful guide as you prayerfully consider a gift that is meaningful to you.
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  • Matching Gifts

    Double Your Impact!
    Please take a moment to check your employer’s matching gift program and you can multiply your contribution and maximize your gift. 

    Many supporters are surprised to learn that their employer may match their charitable contributions—instantly increasing the impact of their gift at no additional cost.
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  • Naming Opportunties

    We are proud to offer meaningful naming opportunities that allow families, alumni, and friends to leave a lasting legacy.
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  • Corporate Sponsorships

    Corporate sponsorships provide a unique opportunity for businesses to align with the Redwing community while supporting the new stadium.
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  • Contact Us to Learn More

    Our team would be happy to speak with you in confidence, with no obligation. Contact Greg Girsch, Vice President of Advancement, at 630.430.4582 or ggirsch@benet.org

Stadium Features

Phase 1
  • Expanded grandstand
  • Visitor bleachers (portable)
  • Press Box
    • Hospitality suite
    • Video production suite
    • Announcers booth
    • Coaches booth (home/visitor)
  • Synthetic Turf  - football field, lacrosse field, soccer field
  • All weather running track - 8 lanes - 400 meters
  • Lighting
    • Stadium field
    • Track & Field events
  • Audio system
  • Digital Scoreboard
  • Additional parking
  • Alumni plaza
Phase 2
  • Hospitality Building
    • Hospitality suite
    • Indoor restrooms
    • Concession stand
    • Spirit store
    • Team meeting rooms
    • Training room
  • Pavilion
  • Turf soccer field on the east side of campus
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