The St. Elizabeth’s Guild gathered its supporters at the Hilton New Orleans Riverside Hotel’s Grand Ballroom to celebrate those who give back, whether it is via time or money.
It was the Guild’s 52nd Annual Volunteer Activists Awards Luncheon on April 17.
At the event, which was emceed by Mark Romig, the guild honored 10 outstanding community activists: Penny L. Baumer, Amy Boyle Collins, Jerilynn Landry, Carolyn Wood Lorio, Judith M. Legett, Suzanne T. Mestayer, James E. Ryder, Jr., Dr. Sheryl S. Smith, Anne Bailey Theard and Judith K. Zawislak.
Hall of Fame recognition was given to Virginia Eckholdt and Paul G. Pastorek, who were originally commemorated by the Guild 25 years ago.
In addition to the awards ceremony, event highlights included a fashion show by Dillard’s, a silent auction, raffles and a parade of prizes.
St. Elizabeth’s Guild supports various children’s programs serviced by Catholic Charities Archdiocese of New Orleans (CCANO). Proceeds from the 2024 luncheon will go to these CCANO programs: Padua House, a residential program for those with intellectual disabilities who are medically fragile; Therapeutic Family Services, which provide therapeutic foster homes for children in foster care; and Bethlehem Housing, which serves homeless families with children.
Event co-chairs were Lisa Baynham and Fern Carr.
Fun Fact: The Guild has a long legacy of more than 52 years of caring for the community.
