Good afternoon,
On behalf of St. Vincent de Paul Evansville, I want to extend our heartfelt thanks to the Knights of Columbus for their steadfast leadership in making the Hungerbowl such a success year after year. Your commitment ensures that families in our community never face hunger alone. This year, the Knights raised an impressive $38,465, with donations still coming in daily.
We also want to recognize Memorial High School and Mater Dei High School: their energy, enthusiasm, and school spirit are the heartbeat of this event. The students, coaches, and families remind us what it looks like when competition is rooted in compassion.
And finally, to all of our generous donors—whether you gave time, treasure, or talent—this check represents far more than dollars. It represents meals on tables, hope in homes, and dignity restored to our neighbors in need.
Because of you, our food pantry can continue serving more than a hundred families every single day. That is impact. That is love in action.
Thank you again to the Knights of Columbus, Memorial, Mater Dei, and all who support the Hungerbowl. Together, we are proving that when our community comes together, hunger doesn’t stand a chance.
Ashley Newell, PhD
Executive Director, District Council of Evansville
The Society of St. Vincent de Paul
Attached Photo: (left to right) Eli Kane, Mayor of Mater Dei-ville; Deacon Dan Niemeier; Ashley Newell, Executive Director of SVdP Evansville; John Sandwell, Knights of Columbus; Mary Reed, Food Pantry Manager; and Mark Hackert, Knights of Columbus.
