Challenge Drive

Dear Parents,

At Jesuit Dallas, we share a common goal: to form young men who are not only academically prepared, but also spiritually grounded, morally courageous, and deeply committed to serving others. This is the essence of our mission—to form Men for Others.

Each year, the Challenge Drive plays a vital role in bringing that mission to life. It provides the resources that allow our sons to grow not only as students, athletes, and artists, but as compassionate leaders rooted in faith and service.

What many families do not realize is that tuition alone does not cover the cost of Jesuit’s excellent formational program. The Challenge Drive helps close that gap—and your participation makes a meaningful difference. The GAP for the 2025-26 academic year is $2,840 for each student. 

As parents, I believe it is our duty to support the Challenge Drive, and we are asking every Jesuit family to support this year’s effort. Our goal is 100% parent participation. Your tax-deductible gift demonstrates your belief in the Jesuit mission and formation of young men who will lead, serve, and love in a world that desperately needs them.

Your gifts help support:

• Retreats, service opportunities, and pastoral care that nurture our sons’ spiritual growth;
• Financial aid that ensures deserving young men from all backgrounds can access a Jesuit education regardless of financial means;
• Outstanding faculty and staff who challenge and mentor students every day;
• And the countless programs that make Jesuit more than just a school, but rather a brotherhood, a community, and a launching point for lives of purpose.

Every gift matters. Every family counts.

Thank you in advance for responding to the volunteers who will be reaching out over the coming months. Your generosity, your commitment, and your belief in forming Men for Others has a compounding effect as these young men carry the formation of their Jesuit experience forward.

Sincerely,

William Taylor (Whit '24, Henry '26)
Challenge Drive Chair

DRIVE CHAIR
William Taylor (Whit ’24, Henry ’26)

DRIVE CO-CHAIR
Rob Ernst (Reagan ’19, Holland ’21, Sullivan ’24, Bankston ’27)

 

2026 CLASS CO-CHAIRS

Peter Andrews (Thomas ’26, John ’28)
Chris Jameson ’95 (Miles ’26)
John Mina (Will ’22, Harrison ’26)
Mike Neri (Carson ’21, Marshall ’21, Hudson ’26)
Stuart Schutze ’89 (Zack ’15, Cameron ’17, Maxwell ’19, Jackson ’24, Parker ’26)
Mark Sorokwasz ’93 (Marshall ’26)
William Taylor (Whit ’24, Henry ’26)
Robert Thoele (Connor ’20, Brendan ’23, Liam ’26)
Todd Weissmueller (Cabe ’26)
 

2027 CLASS CO-CHAIRS

Max Cook (Andrew ’27, Tyler ’29)
Gabe Cruz (Jackson ’27)
Rob Ernst (Reagan ’19, Holland ’21, Sullivan ’24, Bankston ’27)
Mike Garcia (Grant ’27)
Ryan Johnson (Cole ’27)
Tony Lucido ’84 (Anthony ’23, Daniel ’24, Ethan ’27)
Todd Phillips (Ben ’27)
Chris Ripley (Taylor ’27)
Dave Thompson (Paul ’27, Joe ’29)
Shay Townsend (Greyson ’27)
 

2028 CLASS CO-CHAIRS

Wes Dunn (Sebastian ’28)
Brian Gagliardi ’96 (Patrick ’26, Thomas ’28)
John Kidwell ’98 (Philip ’28, Wilson ’28)
Judge Platt (Judge ’28)
David Pratt (David ’28)
Adam Reed (Michael ’28)
Ryan Suchala (Brannon ’25, Walt ’28)
Keith Von Lehmden (Caleb ’25, Seth ’28)
Jason Zafereo (Noah ’26, Joel ’28)
 

2029 CLASS CO-CHAIRS

Tim Clancy ’95 (Jack ’29)
Steve French (Hayden ’23, Henry ’26, Harrison ’29)
Sonny Garcia (Tres ’29)
Phil Kelton (Philip ’29)
Tim Kilcullen (Connor ’29)
Ryan McComber (Greyson ’26, Gabe ’29)
Matt McCord (Reid ’29)
Matt McDonald (Bo ’29)
Zach Thomas (Layton ’29)

Annual Giving Level	Benefits
St. Ignatius Legacy Society	The St. Ignatius Legacy Society recognizes individuals, organizations, and corporations who have established bequests or planned gifts to benefit Jesuit Dallas.
$50,000+ St. Aloysius Gonzaga Society*	In addition to receiving the Aquinas Society benefits donors will be listed in the St. Aloysius Gonzaga, S.J. Lifetime Giving Society and will be invited to a private dinner with President, Mike Earsing. *Membership in the Lifetime Giving Society is based on outright, cumulative giving.
$26,300 St. Thomas Aquinas Society*	In addition to receiving the Xavier Society benefits, donors will be contributing the amount needed to fund a student’s full tuition to Jesuit. *For tax purposes, donors may not select a specific student they would like to support.
$25,000 St. Francis Xavier Society	In addition to receiving the Canisius Society benefits, donors will receive up to 10 reserved seats for Christmas Eve Mass.
$15,000 St. Peter Canisius Society	In addition to receiving the Cornerstone/Claver Society benefits, donors will be invited to the annual Canisius dinner with School Administration.
$10,000 Cornerstone Society	*Alumni Only* In addition to receiving the Claver Society benefits, donors will be invited to a members-only cocktail event and a hard-hat tour of on-campus construction projects. More Information
$7,500 St. Peter Claver Society	In addition to receiving the President’s Club benefits, donors will receive two Activities Passes allowing free admission to all home athletic events and theater productions at Jesuit Dallas.
$5,680 Double GAP	Donors who give at this level help bridge the GAP between tuition charged and the actual cost of providing a Jesuit education for two students.
$5,000 The President's Club	Donors who give at this level receive an invitation to the President’s Reception, a cherished annual celebration and donor recognition event.
$2,840 The GAP	Donors who give at this level help bridge the GAP between tuition charged and the actual cost of providing a Jesuit education for one student.