Gibault Children's Services March 2026 Newsletter

MARCH UPDATED 2026 NEWSLETTER

LUCK OF THE IRISH

Fish fry season, hosted by the Terre Haute Knights of Columbus, in Terre Haute, brought luck to the kiddos this year. The first event, at St. Joeseph University Parish kicked off the tone with a $100 tip for the Independent Living Program (ILP) youth! At this point, the youth proclaimed, "Business is booming!" and was ready to go on a vacation.

A very special shout out to our supportive Terre Haute Knights of Columbus for always allowing our ILP children to be a part of their annual Fish Fry Season. The yummy treats the youth baked and provided throughout the fish fry season allowed an experience of entrepreneurship, community engagement, utilization of their personal skills, teamwork, and self-regulation during the busy interactions.

The Fund Development and Marketing teams joined in on the fun too and witnessed youth revel in the experience along with watching their smiles and excitement. There is still time to join us for one more fish fry to purchase sweet treats for $2 on March 6th at St. Benedict Catholic Church, located in their Soup Kitchen at 128 S. 9th St., Terre Haute, and on March 13th at St. Margaret Mary Catholic Church, located in Terre Haute on 2405 S. 7th St. Who will be the next lucky person to enjoy a sweet treat?

Northwest Campus

Schererville Knights of Columbus Council #12177 also hosted a delicious fish fry. During the dinner, a free will of donations were collected to support the children of Gibault Children's Services. We love when the Knights think outside the box to provide the “extras” for our youth. Money raised will help fund special activities on our Northwest Campus.

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS COUNCIL #565

A little love was sprinkled on our Terre Haute Campus by the Knights of Columbus Council #565, Evansville. They treated our youth to a cookout on Valentine's Day! The food was delicious, but more importantly, our kids were able to practice their social skills by visiting new people. It is wonderful watching our staff and children engaging with guests! You too can schedule a visit by contacting our Fund development Director, Melissa Reed, at 812, 298-3030.

POSITIVE AFFIRMATIONS

After February's fourteen day countdown to the Valentine's Day holiday, we are happy to report our new tradition of Hearts of Hope daily positive affirmation notes to each child nightly was a light of encouragement. Not only did the tailored messages reach each child individually, but their personalized message also reached their fellow housemates by being displayed on the living unit wall, which created one big heart! This heartfelt memorable experience showcased how acts of kindness not only boost their own self-esteem but can simultaneously make an emotional impact on others.

VALENTIN'ES DAY FUN

Celebrating the Valentine's Day holiday was a big hit on campus this year! Our kiddos had an evening of karaoke, tasty treats, and lots of laughs! Some of the best dance moves topped

the evening off!

STAFF SPOTLIGHT

Each month, Gibault Children's Services randomly draws a staff member to be awarded a Kroc's Burcher Shop meat and cheese tray and a $100 reward for their service.

This month's winners are all smiles!

Also, during February, we welcomed a new hire class for our Terre Haute Campus. The team completed a

one-week training and hit the

ground running!

We appreciate the staff's dedication and representation serving our children and assisting in providing life

changing opportunities.

SILENT AUCTION

St. Theresa Little Flower Knights of Columbus Council #17043, South Bend, hosted their third annual Silent Auction and Polish Dinner. The proceeds will benefit local charities including the youth at Gibault Children's Services.

Authentic Polish dishes were served, along with live music, dancing, and the auction, which had 52 items to bid on. These Knights of Columbus are a stellar example of being in service to all! We are grateful for their champion efforts!

LET'S GO GIBAULT KNIGHTS!

What a game! The Holy Cross Basketball Team came out with a VICTORY over Resource Treatment Center to cap off the season. The Knights did not disappoint to provide a close win that made every

basket count!

The team not only had Gibault Children's Services staff and parent fans, but their Knight Mascot and Marketing Team kept the spirits high! Go Gibault Knights!

We are thankful for the opportunity to utilize the Chances and Services for Youth gym to make the game possible. Players from both teams fought hard for the win! Congratulations Holy Cross Knights for your focus and sportsmanship to pull out the win!

COMMUNITY VISITS AND PARTNERSHIPS

2026 Winter Olympics

Terre Haute native and 3-time Olympic bobsledder, Bryan Leturgez, stopped by the Terre Haute Campus to visit with Keith Madley, Director of Marketing and Community Relations, in celebration of the 2026 Winter Olympics. In partnership with Gibault Children's Services and the Wabash Valley Athletics Association (WBAA), Bryan donated his Coca-Cola limited edition pin set and official ring from the 1996 summer games held in Atlanta. That year, Bryan was a member of the International Olympic Committee. His items supported the Play it Forward event at the Terre Haute Convention Center to raise funds for the WBAA.

Several of our staff had the pleasure of hearing some exciting stories about the 1992, 1994, and 1998 Winter Olympics. We look forward to an additional visit that Bryan will be providing

to our children soon!

Campus Visit

Cassie Pruitt, from Firefly Children & Family Alliance, toured the Terre Haute Campus with her intern Taylor. This is one of many ways we share with the community about the programs and services Gibault Children's Services offer. It is our pleasure to welcome anyone to take advantage of this opportunity. Please contact Keith Madley, Director of Marketing and Community Relations, at 812-298-3126. See you soon!

GIBAULT 2025 WE CARE AWARDS

Indiana Knights of Columbus Councils and Assemblies receive recognition at the Indiana State Convention for their “per member” contribution to Gibault Children's Services. The total annual (January 1, 2025 – December 31, 2025) donation of each Council and/or Assembly is divided by the number of active members as determined by the State Deputy records. This then gives a “per member” donation amount. The “per member” amount is used to place the Council and/or Assembly into one of five recognition categories. Congratulations to all councils and assemblies who worked diligently to support Gibault Children's Services youth and earned the list recognition!

Five Star Councils $25.00 or more

Bishop Arnold Assembly #243, Muncie

St. Mother Theodore Guerin Council #541, Terre Haute

St. Paul Apostle Council #560, Muncie

Hail Holy Queen Council #656, Kokomo

Christopher Columbus Council #1414, Columbus

Fr. August Young Council #1790, Garrett

Charles Carroll Council #1977, Delphi

Fr. Pitka Council #6323, Syracuse

St. John Neumann Council #6955, Monticello

Msgr. Timothy F. Doody Council #9696, Lowell

Fr. Seger Council #10371, Shelbyville

St. John Neumann Council #10713, Greenfield

St. Michael the Archangel Council #12177, Schererville

St. Joseph Hessen Cassel Council #12379, Fort Wayne

St. Cecilia Council #14368, DeMotte

St. Michael the Archangel Council #14476, Cicero

St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross Council #14862, Lawrenceburg

Auxilio Council #16454, Mt. Vernon

St. Therese Martin Council #17043, South Bend

Four Star Councils $20.00 - $24.99

Fr. Thomas A. Brandon Council #451, Fort Wayne

Fr. Gibault Council #712, Vincennes

Fr. Thomas J. Kelley Council #6923, Fishers

Bishop George A. Fulcher Council #12387, Carmel

Holy Redeemer Council #12541, Evansville

Bishop John M. D’Arcy Council #16396, Fort Wayne

Three Star Councils $15.00 - $19.99 per member

Evansville Council #565, Evansville

Unity Council #726, Hammond

Cardinal Ritter Council #1221, New Albany

Msgr. Rawlinson Council #1252, Seymour

St. Thomas Council #1347, Hobart

St. Michael Council #1542, La Porte

John Paul II Council #1808, Lanesville

Fr. Tremmel Council #1975, Plymouth

Our Lady of Fatima Council #3228, Indianapolis

Our Lady of Perpetual Help Assembly #3551, Zionsville

Scott County Council #8052, Scottsburg

Fr. Lawrence Weber Council #9186, Auburn

Fr. Reginald Gilman Council #9706, Noblesville

St. Rose of Lima Council #10460, Franklin

Holy Trinity Council #12741, New Haven

Queen of All Saints Council #12951, Michigan City

St. John Vianney Council #14582, Fishers

St. Matthias Council #16945, Crown Point

Two Star Councils $10.00 - $14.99

Santa Maria Council #553, South Bend

Regina Coeli Council #1042, Greensburg

Notre Dame Council #1477, Notre Dame

Ss. Peter and Paul Council #2215, Haubstadt

St. Clement Council #3283, Indianapolis

Marquette Council #3631, Griffith

Fr. Pierrard Council #4377, Brazil

Annunciation Council #5581, Ireland

St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Council #7473, Crown Point

Newburgh Council #8746, Newburgh

Nativity of our Savior Council #9114, Portage

Msgr. Robert B. Weis Council #10596, Munster

Fr. Solanus Casey Council #11276, Fort Wayne

St. Mary of the Annunciation Council #11574, Bristol

Mary Queen of Peace Council #11896, Danville

Our Lady of Sorrows Council #12149, Valparaiso

Queen of Angels Council #12154, St. John

Knights of Our Lady Council #12417, Fort Wayne

Fr. Krause/Msgr. Stephan Council #12486, North Judson

St. Malachy Council #12540, Brownsburg

Fr. Louis Gootee Council #13105, Indianapolis

St. Joseph the Carpenter Council #13968, Lebanon

St. Patrick of Arcola Council #13971, Fort Wayne

Fr. Dominic Duehmig Council #14214, Avilla

Christ the King Council #14555, Ferdinand

St. Pope John Paul II Council #16008, Highland

Sts. Francis and Clare of Assisi Council #16305, Greenwood

One - Star Councils - $5.00 to $9.99

Richmond Council #580, Richmond

Msgr. JJ Seimetz Council #864, Decatur

Fr. Riehl Council #934, Madison

Bishop Chartrand Council #1172, Tell City

St. Christopher Council #1265, Tipton

St. Anthony Council #1461, Batesville

Msgr. Thomas Conroy Council #1591, Crawfordsville

Msgr. James M. Downey Council #3660, Indianapolis

Holy Family Council #3682, Indianapolis

Holy Trinity Council #4047, Merrillville

Archbishop Noll Council #4511, Warsaw

Archbishop John Carroll Council #5570, South Bend

Msgr. Bernard Sheridan Council #6138, Greenwood

Our Lady of the Lakes Council #7053, Angola

St. Benedict Cathedral Council #7544, Evansville

Corpus Christi Council #7839, Kendallville

Blessed Sacrament Council #8056, West Lafayette

St. Michael’s Council #9269, Charlestown

Bishop John Bennett Council #9400, Oxford

St. Clement Council #10257, Boonville

Four Corners Council #10422, Hayden

Fr. M. Joseph McDonald Council #11044, Carmel

Our Lady of Perpetual Help Council #12510, Zionsville

Precious Blood Council #12671, Wanatah

Holy Trinity Council #13504, Santa Claus

Good Shepherd of the Hills Council #13623, Celestine

Good Shepherd Council #14673, Evansville

St. Luke the Evangelist Council #14895, Indianapolis

St. Simon the Apostle Council #15437, Indianapolis

St. Thomas the Apostle Council #15712, Fortville

St. Anthony of Padua Council #15777, Saint Anthony

St. Jude Council #16065, Fort Wayne

St. Xavier Council #16398, Paoli

St. Robert Bellarmine Council #16440, Manchester

Fr. Timothy Sweeney Council #17069, Bristow

St. Monica Council #17947, Mishawaka

St. Michael’s Council #18497, Waterloo

AUTISM AWARENESS WALK

Terre Haute Gibault Children's Services has had the pleasure of hosting an intern who is finishing their Human Development degree with Indiana State University. To fulfill the remainder of the internship requirements and to meet credentials to graduate, the intern will spearhead an Autism Awareness Walk in partnership with the Autism Behavioral Learning Environment Program (ABLE). The event will be held on April 11, 2026, on the Terre Haute campus. Collaboration for the event also includes the need of the community, friends, and staff to fund this effort. Money is needed for t-shirts, games, prizes, balloons, banners, and sweet treats. If you would like to donate, please click here Donate to Gibault | Support Youth & Family Services. Please include ABLE in the comment section to ensure your funds are delegated to the correct project. The children in the ABLE unit appreciates the donations to help make this

event successful!

GIBAULT GOLF SCRAMBLE

Gibault’s 30th annual Golf Scramble will be held at The Country Club of Terre Haute on Thursday, May 14, 2026, with registration beginning at 10:30am. Sponsorship opportunities and team spots are now open! Pick your team and return registrations to Gibault Children's Services by May 4, 2026. Don't delay!

With new course games, contests, and prizes this year the first cut and fairway are ready to go! Tee off will begin at 12:00pm sharp! Below is the brochure for more information.

WHAT'S IN A NAME?

As of March 1, 2026, Campagna Campus will be known as Gibault Northwest. The rebranding is merely a name change. We will continue to offer the same services and life-changing opportunities for children, adults, families, and communities.

UPCOMING EVENTS - MARK YOUR CALENDARS

April 11th

Autism Awareness Walk

May 14th

Golf Scramble

September 3rd

Fr. Campagna Birthday Celebration & Spaghetti Dinner

September 19th

Envoy, Family, and Friends Picnic

October 27

Campagna Campus Trunk or Treat & Chili Supper

November 17

Campagna Campus Friendsgiving Dinner

Please visit our website at www.gibault.org to stay connected with our campuses. You can now access our newsletters, Messengers, and Annual Reports directly from the site.

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