Ave Maria Catholic Church in Ave Maria, FL is a growing parish with an iconic church that attracts hundreds of national and international visitors each year. These visitors represent many faiths and cultures and they come to tour Ave Maria’s church and learn about its history. Earlier this year, to maintain this magnificent edifice, Ave Maria Parish held its first annual Gala which attracted 250 supporters from Collier and Lee Counties in Florida and even as far away as China. Our next Gala is scheduled for February 2, 2019 at Heritage Bay Golf and Country Club. At the Gala we will feature aSilent Auction. Our fundraising from the silent auction will support the maintenance and beautification of the church building and the many ministries that are developing in the parish, and Donahue Academy. During the hurricane, we housed many families from Immokalee and founded many new initiatives that have reached out to this special community so close to our doors. Our auction items will be available to everyone soon so review the wonderful items available and bid. We appreciate your participate in our 2019 Gala checking and our silent auction .