St. Louis Catholic High School

THE CHALLENGE

St. Louis Catholic High School in Lake Charles, Louisiana, has been a cornerstone of education and faith since its opening in 1970. However, the devastating impact of Hurricane Laura in 2020 forced the school to confront a critical juncture in its history. The storm’s destruction highlighted the need for a new campus to ensure the school’s growth and ongoing commitment to its mission. The challenge included not only rebuilding but also navigating complex logistical and community concerns, including the involvement of FEMA in the recovery process.

THE VISION

In order to secure the future of the school, it was time to conduct a fundraising campaign aimed to achieve the following goals:

  • Relocate and build a new, modern campus to replace the damaged facilities, ensuring a safe and inspiring environment for students and staff.
  • Continue the school’s dedication to its educational and spiritual mission, providing a robust foundation for future growth.
  • Address and integrate community feedback and concerns, ensuring that the new campus meets the needs and expectations of all stakeholders, including broader Lake Charles diocesan needs.

THE SOLUTION

With a campaign that faced complicated obstacles, partnering with an experienced fundraising firm was critical to success. Through a partnership with the Steier Group, St. Louis Catholic High School achieved remarkable success through a strategic and adaptable approach. Initial efforts were dedicated to cleaning and updating the donor database, which was crucial for improving communication and outreach. The Steier Group campaign team actively engaged with community members through meetings and calls to understand and address their concerns. Additionally, high-level interactions with FEMA officials, including independent research and strategic communication, were pivotal in navigating the complexities of disaster recovery funding.

The campaign’s unique challenges, particularly with FEMA involvement and community adaptation, were met with thorough and responsive management. Despite the difficulties, the campaign demonstrated a deep commitment to community engagement and effective partnership, resulting in substantial progress toward the school’s vision for a new campus. The success of the campaign underscores the resilience and dedication of St. Louis Catholic High School and its supporters in overcoming adversity and building a stronger future.

“Moreover, the Steier Group's effectiveness in championing the campaign's message and keeping everyone on task cannot be overstated. They provided the structure and guidance needed to keep the campaign focused and on track, ensuring that every aspect of the recovery effort was executed efficiently and effectively.”

Rob Acord, Director of Advancement

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The Steier Group’s unique, hands-on campaign management model, combined with our expert grant writers, award-winning designers and creative fundraising strategies, allowed us to exceed goal.

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A Customized Approach

We founded our firm on the belief that the best capital campaign is one that is customized and executed by one team, under one roof. When you hire the Steier Group, you eliminate the need to contract with additional vendors for services like copywriting, graphic design, grant writing, video production, website development or wealth screening. We reject the one-size-fits-all approach to fundraising and embrace every opportunity to design a capital campaign plan that will maximize our client’s fundraising potential.

Customized Approach

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You have a vision for the growth and success of your church, school or organization. Now it’s time to gather the generous, wholehearted support you need to make it happen. Contact Steier Group today to discuss the benefits of a customized capital campaign.