Our Lady of Victory Catholic School

THE CHALLENGE

Our Lady of Victory Catholic School in Victoria, Texas, faced a significant challenge during the Honoring Our Past, Building Our Future, Soaring Together Capital Campaign: engaging parishioners without a personal connection to the school. For many, the school’s role as a parish ministry wasn’t immediately apparent, requiring focused efforts to bridge the gap.

THE VISION

This campaign sought to ensure Our Lady of Victory School could continue its 70-year tradition of excellence in education and ministry by funding critical improvements, including:

• Adding nine spacious classrooms, including a science lab and flex space for electives.
• Constructing a new student entrance with a reception area, conference room, sick room and secure access-controlled doors.
• Developing a 4,000-square-foot commons area with seating and a study lounge.
• Preparing for future expansion for a chapel and library.
• Adding a new elevator for accessibility and equipment transport.
• Building a dedicated staircase for students.

These upgrades will enhance the student experience while reinforcing the school’s role as the parish’s largest outreach ministry.

THE SOLUTION

The Steier Group collaborated with Our Lady of Victory to develop messaging emphasizing the school’s legacy and mission. Personalized outreach highlighted the vision of the late Msgr. Harrold, whose dream was for the school to serve the entire parish. Additionally, the Steier Group campaign manager stepped in to assist with extra administrative tasks and calls, ensuring momentum despite the loss of a development director on staff. The campaign succeeded in fostering support from a diverse community, uniting parishioners and alumni across generations. With these funds, Our Lady of Victory is well-positioned to grow its mission, ensuring students are formed in faith and prepared for the future.