Events

Kentucky Derby   *NEW SIGNATURE EVENT*

Our new event will be the largest Kentucky Derby Party Syracuse has ever seen and will be taking place at the grand ballroom of the Marriott Syracuse on May 4, 2019 from 5-9:30 pm. Guests will be called to the post to view the race live and pick a pony, dress up in fancy hats and bowties, enjoy a delicious buffet of derby themed food, a whiskey & cigar bar, dance to live music performed by the legendary band Atlas, have the chance to win fabulous basket raffle prizes, attend after parties at the hotel and so much more!

This event will sell out and is not one to be missed!

Click HERE for an event flyer or HERE for a sponsorship form.

Sweet Cabaret

For the last 17 years we have enjoyed an amazing run with our signature
event Sweet Cabaret! It is essential to the growth of our society that we
continue to attract new supporters, keep our events fresh and stay current.
We are truly grateful to all the people and collaborators who made Cabaret
such a success and look forward to having you all join us for our new event
to continue the important work of Father Champlin’s Guardian Angel
Society.

The last Sweet Cabaret was held on February 10, 2018 where we honored the life and legacy of our founder, Father Joseph Champlin, who passed away more than 10 years ago. Father radiated a certain kind of wisdom, compassion and love that was like no other. He was one of a kind and was known to impact people’s lives he touched, especially the children he served. At this year’s event, we shared the spirit of Father and his commitment to make the world a better place by educating one child at a time.

Sweet Cabaret at the Marriott Syracuse Downtown (formerly Hotel Syracuse), also celebrated all that we have accomplished together because YOU play a pivotal part in the success of Father’s mission.

Click the thumbnails below to view images from Cabaret.

“Fine Dining for a Fine Education”

Father ran in the annual Camillus Memorial Day Race for many years before his death in 2008 to raise money for “his kids”. Chris Cesta would support Father’s fundraising efforts by giving donors a dinner certificate to his wonderful restaurant, The Inn Between. Chris continues the tradition and rewards every contribution of $88 or more with a dinner certificate. As explained by Kathy & Dan Cantone, frequent supporters of this endeavor: “We’ve been blessed in contributing to Father Champlin’s legacy for the past 15 years! Our annual gift of the Memorial Day Race “Dinner Certificate” to family and friends is in memory of Father’s deep faith, love of children, dedication to fitness, and delight in the delicious cuisine and neighborly hospitality at The Inn Between.”

Click here to donate online or click 88 for 88 to print a form for donating toward this endeavor.

Mentor & Tutor Breakfast June 7, 2018

Join us for the 7th annual Mentor & Tutor Appreciation Breakfast where we will honor the work of our volunteer mentors and tutors while we celebrate and renew our commitment to “Building A Path to Success For Father’s Kids”!

Enjoy breakfast while special speaker, former founding Guardian Angel Society Board President, and newly appointed Development Director, Sarah J. Ioele shares her experiences, working toward Building A Path To Success for Father’s Kids since the very beginning of Father Champlin’s Guardian Angel Society.

Where: Cathedral Academy at Pompei
When: Thursday, June 7, 2018, 7:30-9:00 am

For tickets, click here, call 315-422-7218 or email kfedrizzi@guardianangelsoc.org.

Learn more about the Mentor & Tutor Program.

Golf Tournament

Presenting sponsor Money Federal Credit Union has supported an annual golf tournament to benefit the Guardian Angel Society since 2005 and has raised $149,720 for the Society!

The 14th anniversary tournament will be held at Radisson Greens in Baldwinsville on Thursday, August 9th (note the new weekday this year! We have moved to a Thursday). This great day included 18 holes of golf with a Captain & Crew format, cart, coffee & donuts, lunch at the turn, a wonderful dinner, putting contest, skins and opportunities to participate in other fun and exciting contests!

Click here to print the registration form and register your foursome or sponsor by mail.
Call (315) 422-7218 for sponsorship and foursome information. Click here to register online.

Click the thumbnails below to view images from past Golf Tournaments.

St. Patrick’s Day Corned Beef Dinner!

On Sunday, March 10, at the Westvale Golf Course Club House in Camillus from 4pm-7pm, a fine time will be had by all! Tickets are $20 and include corned beef, cabbage, potatoes and an Irish Coffee! Guinness was also available (cash bar). This year’s party will also feature LIVE music by Tommy Connors and incredible basket raffles! See the flyer below for more information.

A special thank you to board member, Terence Wynne, and his family for organizing this affair each year. To date, this event has brought in over $2,300 for Father’s kids!

Christmas at the Palace

Join us again or start a new tradition!Holiday carols and pop favorites get the posh treatment with the dynamite 15-piece DeSantis Orchestra, a dozen featured vocalists and soloists, and custom arrangements! From swinging to soulful to reverent, Christmas at the Palace is the perfect holiday treat for family & friends!

This magical evening of music has become a special tradition for the
Guardian Angel Society and our supporters. It is one we look forward to every year.
We encourage you to  join us on December 9th at 6pm at the Palace Theater
for another special night of holiday music and celebration to help Father’s kids.

Bruno Presents The Original Wise Guys!

While the plight facing many of Father’s kids isn’t funny, this night of comedy is always a ton of laughs! On Saturday, April 6, 2019 at 8pm, Bruno Schirripa will bring his ORIGINAL WISE GUYS stand up comedy production back to The Palace Theater in Eastwood to benefit Father Champlin’s Guardian Angel Society. Our sincere gratitude to Bruno and all who helped to make this event a success!

This year’s line-up includes the talent of Sky Sands and Basile!

Tickets are only $25 per person and can be *** purchased here ***or by calling 315-422-7218.

LAUGH OUT LOUD as a Sponsor of this great evening of comedy:

• Chucklers Sponsorship – $250 – Includes (4) tickets to the show, invitations to the champagne reception prior to the show and a half-page, black & white ad in program.
• Knee Slapper Sponsorship – $500 – Includes (8) tickets to the show, invitations to the champagne reception prior to the show and a full-page, black & white ad.

Stay tuned for more great FUNdraisers!!!