Giving
Baumgartner-Gilbert Stadium Project
With tremendous excitement and gratitude, I am proud to officially launch the final chapter of our Continuing the Tradition at Home capital campaign. Over the past decade, your generosity has transformed our campus—bringing St. Mary Hall to life, enhancing academic spaces, modernizing infrastructure, and strengthening the student experience in countless ways. Because of you, our vision has become reality time and again.
Today, we stand at another historic moment. With village approval secured and our architects, engineers, and contractors ready to move forward, the modernization of the Baumgartner-Gilbert Stadium complex is no longer a vision—IT IS HAPPENING! The momentum is real, and the time is now.
This is a transformational and generational project. The renovated stadium will elevate physical education and athletic opportunities, enhance the beauty of our campus, strengthen school spirit, and serve as a powerful symbol of our commitment to every student who calls Benet home. It will be a place where memories are made, traditions are strengthened, and Redwing pride is on full display.
I invite you to be part of it. Your commitment and generosity will help carry this project across the finish line and ensure that future generations of Redwings benefit from the same commitment to excellence that defines our community today.
With God’s grace and your partnership, we are building more than a stadium—we are building the future of Benet Academy.
In the Benet Family,
Bill Myers ‘97
President, Benet Academy
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.
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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) |
Weekly Giving (over 5 years) |
Monthly Giving (over 3 years) |
Weekly Giving (over 3 years) |
| $500,000 | $8,333.33 | $1,923.08 | $13,888.89 | $3,205.13 |
| $250,000 | $4,166.67 | $961.54 | $6,944.44 | $1,602.56 |
| $100,000 | $1,666.67 | $384.62 | $2,777.78 | $641.03 |
| $50,000 | $833.33 | $192.31 | $1,388.88 | $320.50 |
| $25,000 | $416.67 | $96.15 | $694.44 | $160.26 |
| $10,000 | $166.67 | $38.46 | $277.78 | $64.10 |
| $5,000 | $83.33 | $19.23 | $138.89 | $32.05 |
| $2,500 | $41.67 | $9.62 | $69.44 | $16.03 |
| $1,000 | $16.67 | $3.85 | $27.78 | $6.41 |
Construction Timeline
Construction of Phase 1 is scheduled to begin in June 2026 and will take approximately 10 months to complete.
Phase 2 will begin upon the completion of Phase 1 and once the necessary funds have been raised.
Phase 2 will begin upon the completion of Phase 1 and once the necessary funds have been raised.
Ways to Support
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Campaign Prayer
Read MorePrayer 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. -
Ways to Give
Read MoreGifts 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. -
Matching Gifts
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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. -
Naming Opportunties
Read MoreWe are proud to offer meaningful naming opportunities that allow families, alumni, and friends to leave a lasting legacy. -
Corporate Sponsorships
Read MoreCorporate sponsorships provide a unique opportunity for businesses to align with the Redwing community while supporting the new stadium. -
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
- 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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