Campaign Donors

At Royal Palm Academy, we are deeply grateful for the generosity of friends, families, and community members who have joined us in this extraordinary journey. Your support is the heartbeat of our mission, and we are profoundly thankful for your belief in our vision.

The Welcome Home campaign is more than a transformative undertaking—it is a chance to honor the legacy of those who have come before us. For over two decades, Royal Palm Academy has flourished because of the dedication, sacrifice, and vision of past donors and families who believed in our mission.

Now, it is our turn to carry that legacy forward. Together, we are building something extraordinary—a lasting impact that will shape the lives of students for generations to come. Every gift, no matter the size, plays a vital role in shaping the future of Royal Palm Academy, our students, and our community.

Thank you for believing in our mission and walking alongside us as we create a foundation for an even brighter future. We are honored to have your support as we bring this vision to life.

Leadership Donors

We are profoundly grateful for these philanthropic leaders whose exceptional generosity and vision are driving the success of Royal Palm Academy’s Welcome Home campaign. Their unwavering commitment inspires our community and ensures the realization of our bold vision.

This distinguished list recognizes gifts of $100,000 and above, paving the way for a thriving future for our school and students. In recognition of their leadership and deep generosity, these donors have the opportunity to secure naming rights for various elements of the campaign, leaving a lasting legacy that will inspire and impact generations to come.

$1 million and above

• Frank and Mary Ann Turek
• Tim and Trish Schwartz

$500,000 - $999,999

• Chris and Ann Donahue

$250,000 - $499,999

• Bob and Dee Almond
• Karen and Phil Avery
• Will and Jenny Kastroll
• George Schwartz

$100,000 - $249,999

• Anonymous
• Joe and Jaime Bonura
• Joseph and Constance Boff
• Pat Carollo
• Chuck and Joanne Ciuni
• Andy and Katie Hord
• Joe and Mary Kay O'Malley
• Sebastian and Sandra Schulz

Major Donors

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to our major donors, whose generosity represents true leadership and sacrifice. For many in this group, their gift is a stretch—one that goes beyond their comfort zone and reflects their largest philanthropic commitment ever.

These gifts of $25,000 or more are the bricks of the foundation upon which our vision for Royal Palm Academy is being built. Each of these donors is making an exceptional impact, driving the transformation of our campus and ensuring the creation of a building that will serve generations of students to come. Their leadership and faith in our mission inspire us all.

$50,000 - $99,000

• Nick and Jamie Almond
• Phillip and Katherine Basso
• Malcolm and Kinga Bosse
• Anthony and Beth Cameratta
• Nick and Meghan Demchenko
• Chad and Danielle Kocses
• James and Amy Novakovich
• James and Tara Sperzel
• Thomas and Sherri Waller

$25,000 - $49,000

• Anonymous
• Jeremy and Amanda Arnold
• Arturo and Jackie Balandra
• Michael and Jennifer Bussman
• Kevin and Connie Crews
• Alan and Julie Cody
• Bob and Rose Friedmann
• Nathan and Jill Gingrich
• Alex and Ann Hildreth
• Doug and Jessica Meschko
• Jerome and Katherine Moenter
• Ross and Meghan Moore
• Michel and Giselle Saadeh
• Edward and Shea Tarver
• Joseph and Brittany Thompson

Campaign Supporters

We are deeply grateful to the many supporters who have contributed to Royal Palm Academy’s Welcome Home campaign. Your generosity propels momentum and makes a meaningful difference in accomplishing our vision for the future of our school and community.

$10,000 - $24,999

• Gary and Amy Allen
• Bridget and Jeff Davis
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• Jared and Katie Ford
• Christian and Andrea Galt
• Olesya and Stephen Karakosta
• Leonard Lado
• Jeffrey and Melissa Skupny

$1,000 - $9,999

• Joe and Michelle Alig
• Bill and Alicia DeSantis
• Dennis Frodsham
• Tyler and Kristina Heinze
• Matt Jurczak
• Ryan and Katie Kellar
• Corinne Merriman
• Tammy Misinski
• Kelly Norris
• Joe and Jennifer Pavich
• Baron and Jamie Ringhofer
• Tiffany Terzak
• Lanie Weck

Faculty & Staff Giving Circle

Royal Palm Academy is blessed with a dedicated team of teachers and staff who live out our mission every day, inspiring and shaping the hearts and minds of our students. Their commitment extends beyond the classroom—many of them have made personal contributions to the Welcome Home campaign, demonstrating their deep belief in the future of our school.

We are pleased to share that 95% of our faculty and staff have made a sacrificial gift, collectively committing $158,350 to support this transformational project. Their generosity is a testament to the strength of our community and the shared vision we hold for the future of Catholic education in Naples.

We are incredibly grateful to our faculty and staff who have chosen to support this campaign. Their dedication ensures that Royal Palm Academy continues to thrive for generations to come.

Thank you to the following teachers and staff for your generous support:

Thank You!

To all of our donors and supporters of the Welcome Home campaign, we extend our deepest gratitude. Your generosity, vision, and belief in our mission make the future of Royal Palm Academy possible. Together, we are building a legacy that will impact generations of students and families. Thank you for being an integral part of this transformative journey!