You Are Cordially InvitedAn evening celebrating the gift
An evening celebrating the gift
of Ave Maria University
Join us for a beautiful evening celebrating Ave Maria University, honoring the 90th birthday of our Founder and Chancellor, Tom Monaghan— who built not just a university, but a movement of faithful leaders answering God's call.
The DateJan. 30, 2027 · 5 PM
The VenueThe Ritz-Carlton, Naples
Last Year at the Gala
A night to remember
Moments from the 2026 Chancellor's Gala — an evening of music, fellowship, and gratitude beneath the Naples sky. Open any frame to look closer.
A Limited Number of Seats
Take your place at the table
Tables and seats for the 16th Annual Chancellor's Gala are reserved on a first-response basis.
The Particulars
Everything you'll need
The Evening
Date & Time
Saturday, January 30, 2027 — 5:00 p.m. ET
Venue
The Ritz-Carlton, Naples
280 Vanderbilt Blvd, Naples, FL 34108
280 Vanderbilt Blvd, Naples, FL 34108
Questions
Stephanie Hayner · stephanie.hayner@avemaria.edu
The Setting
The Ritz-Carlton, Naples
The evening begins with a 5:00 p.m. cocktail reception featuring student groups, followed by an elegant dinner. Keynote speaker to be announced.
View Map & Directions →Saturday, January 30, 2027As the sun sets over the Gulf,
As the sun sets over the Gulf,
take your seat among friends.
An evening of gratitude for the gift of Ave Maria — Ritz-Carlton, Vanderbilt Beach, Naples, Florida.