Thank You for Making Bid-for-Kids XL: Reach for the Stars a Stellar Success!

On Friday, November 15, the LuHi community gathered at Jericho Terrace in Mineola for an unforgettable evening at our 40th Anniversary Bid-for-Kids Auction Gala: Reach for the Stars. Thanks to your incredible support, this year’s Auction Gala raised an outstanding $160,000 in support of the LuHi Fund, the Guatemala Service Trip, and Meal Packing initiatives, bringing us closer to our $500,000 goal for the 2024-2025 LuHi Fund.

The evening was filled with heartfelt moments, including inspiring testimonies from seniors Patricia McClean, Stone Mastakouris, Janelle Daniels, and Siera Smith, who shared how mission trips and meal-packing experiences shaped their faith, service, and character. Their stories reflect the very heart of LuHi’s mission to empower students to lead and serve.

This achievement would not have been possible without the dedication of our Auction Chairs, Donielle Welti, Eleanor McKay, and Theresa Ross. From soliciting and packaging items to setting up the venue, their commitment, along with the generous support of volunteers, donors, sponsors, attendees, and bidders, made the night a resounding success. Shout out to juniors and seniors from the National Honor Society students who graciously assisted throughout the event.

Every dollar raised fuels LuHi’s vision of being a family in Christ, working together to develop compassionate and educated leaders for the future. Your support strengthens our commitment in fostering a Christ-centered community where students grow in mind, body, and spirit. Together, we prepare them to lead with purpose, serve with compassion, and make a meaningful impact on the world through transformative experiences and exceptional education.

Save the date for Bid-for-Kids XLI on Friday, November 14, 2025, and click here to view the Flickr gallery with photos from the evening. Thank you for your unwavering support and for helping shape the future of LuHi. We are LuHi—Together We Shine!