Light the Way Capital Campaign
The Academy of the Holy Names unveiled the Light the Way Capital Campaign in December 2025. The $16.5 million comprehensive capital campaign will support the AHN community with new facilities, programs, and financial assistance for students in need.
Campaign Leadership Committee
Campaign Chairs
Sean and Tracy Hyer
Honorary Campaign Chairs
Brian and Renée Murphy
Solicitation Chair
Ernie Garateix
Building Chair
Stephen Smith
Committee Members:
Dan and Meghan Burns
Phil and Kim Dingle
Dan Johnson
Mike and Peggi Kaley
Dotty Norton ’60
Nitesh Paryani
Paul and Amy Shoukry
Jeff and Velen Thompson ’83
John Wilson
Kevin P. Whitney, President
Molly Smith ’88, Director of Advancement
Patty Bohannan ’77, Director of Major Gifts and Planned Giving
Greg Markiton, Campaign Counsel, Partners in Mission
Campaign Initiatives
new health & wellness center
We will transform our current 5,000 sq. ft. athletic building into a modern, two-story, 13,000 sq. ft. Health & Wellness Center that supports the growth and well-being of every AHN student. The expanded facility will enhance training and development for our student athletes, introduce new health and wellness programming for all grade levels, and provide beautiful spectator spaces that strengthen community engagement.
enhancing catholic liturgICAl & worship spaces
Rooted in the charism of the Sisters of the Holy Names of Jesus and Mary, our Catholic formation is the core of school life. This campaign will revitalize our liturgical spaces — improving their beauty, reverence, and functionality — while strengthening programs such as altar serving and student retreats. These improvements enrich the spiritual lives of all members of our community.
instrumental music program
To complement AHN’s strong visual, vocal, and performing arts programs, we will build a robust instrumental music program with the potential to grow into a full orchestra. Expanded opportunities will deepen student engagement, elevate our fine arts offerings, and provide an inspiring foundation for future ensembles in both the middle and high school divisions.
athletic turf replacement
Our artificial turf fields are nearing the end of their lifecycle and require replacement to maintain safety and year-round playability. New, state-of-the-art turf will reduce injury risk, enhance performance, and support the growing needs of our athletic and recreational programs.
Expanded Parking
As our school community grows, so does the need for campus parking. Additional and reconfigured parking will ensure our employees, high school students, and campus visitors have safe, convenient access throughout the day. Improved parking capacity will better accommodate school events and streamline traffic flow.
building our endowment
A strong endowment is essential to the long-term financial health of the Academy. Growing this permanent fund ensures we can continue providing exceptional opportunities for students, including vital tuition assistance for families with the greatest need. Endowment gifts create lasting impact—benefiting AHN students today and for generations to come.
growing annual giving
Annual giving sustains the daily work of the Academy—funding essential programs, faculty support, and student experiences. During the Light the Way campaign, strengthening the annual fund remains a top priority. We encourage all benefactors to continue supporting the annual fund each year as a vital complement to our capital and strategic goals.
Architectural renderings
Thank you to our donors
Thank you to the following benefactors for their early commitment to the Light the Way campaign.
(As of 12/9/2025)
Bill Alexander ’73*
Anonymous*
Anonymous Alumna ’59
The Antinori Family
Michele and Kyle Bailey
Schezy and Steve Barbas
Carolina and Kyle Bellini
Kelly and Ed Bulleit*
Ben Burgess
Meghan and Dan Burns
Katie and Ryan Cappy ’89*
Joy Carter ’72*
Paula Castaño & LCdr (Ret) James Castaño ’83*
Terin Barbas Cremer ’03 and Jake Cremer*
Cheryl Diaz ’80*
Kim and Phil Dingle
Mary Kay and EJ Foody
Yvette and Ernie Garateix
Terri Evdemon Gerecke ’80 and Edward Gerecke
Michelle Garcia Gilbert ’78*
Cate and Jeff Gutowski
Kim Wilmath Hill ’05 and Chris Hill*
The Hyer Family
Jeanine and Dan Johnson
Donna and Sid Jordan
Peggi and Mike Kaley
Carly and Jon Kluft ’97
Kandy Korach ’76*
Olivia and AJ Kronenberg
Kerry and Jim Lather*
The Marquart Family
Kerry and Jim Lather*
The Marquart Family
Maureen Martineau
Nicole Matassini Mintz ’90 and Eric Mintz
Renée and Brian Murphy
Dorothy Corfield Norton ’60 and Henry Norton
Kim and Brian Overstreet
Carmen Pelaez-Massey* +
The Prince Family
Jodi Rivera ’85*
Peggy and Bob Rothman*
Paola and Bill Schifino ’74*
Christine and Alan Schonbrun ’99*
Lisa and Larry Schwartz ’68*
Amy and Paul Shoukry
Sarah Tyler Sievers '05 and William Sievers '01
Betsy and Stephen Smith
Molly Smith ’88
Velen Diaz Thompson ’83 and Jeff Thompson
Brenda and Ty Trayner
Candy and Michael Valdes ’77
Cecilia Vargas ’88*
Claire and Hector Vila
Laura-Elizabeth Ware ’93 and Matt Wash
Joann and JJ Wehle*
Pam and Kevin Whitney
* New Legacy Society Member
+ Deceased
Nicole Matassini Mintz ’90 and Eric Mintz
Renée and Brian Murphy
Dorothy Corfield Norton ’60 and Henry Norton
Kim and Brian Overstreet
Carmen Pelaez-Massey* +
The Prince Family
Jodi Rivera ’85*
Peggy and Bob Rothman*
Paola and Bill Schifino ’74*
Christine and Alan Schonbrun ’99*
Lisa and Larry Schwartz ’68*
Amy and Paul Shoukry
Sarah Tyler Sievers '05 and William Sievers '01
Betsy and Stephen Smith
Molly Smith ’88
Velen Diaz Thompson ’83 and Jeff Thompson
Brenda and Ty Trayner
Candy and Michael Valdes ’77
Cecilia Vargas ’88*
Claire and Hector Vila
Laura-Elizabeth Ware ’93 and Matt Wash
Joann and JJ Wehle*
Pam and Kevin Whitney
* New Legacy Society Member
+ Deceased
Support the Light the way Campaign
For more information or ways to support the Light the Way Campaign, please contact the Director of Advancement Molly Smith '88 at 813-835-3522 or msmith@holynamestpa.org.