Marian Catholic High School announced the leadership committee for the 2026-27 Marian Fund.

Under the direction of co-chairs Patrick McCall and EmmaRose Boyle Strohl, the dedicated group of alumni, parents, grandparents, faculty and friends will help lead Marian toward a $600,000 Marian Fund goal for the 2026-27 fiscal year.

The goal follows a record-breaking year for the fund, which generated $555,187 in philanthropic support during 2025-26. If achieved, the $600,000 goal would establish a record for Marian Catholic and make the fund the highest annual fund among the six diocesan high schools in the Diocese of Allentown.

“The Marian Fund is one of the most important ways we can come together as a Marian community to invest in our students and our school,” McCall said. “Last year’s record of $555,187 demonstrates what is possible when our alumni, parents, grandparents and friends believe in Marian’s mission.”

“Marian has given so much to me and to my family, and I am proud to have the opportunity to give back in this way,” Boyle Strohl said. “The Marian Fund is about much more than reaching a financial goal. It is about making sure today’s students have the opportunities, support and Catholic education they deserve.

“I am grateful to serve alongside Pat and this incredible group of volunteers as we work to make $600,000 a reality.”

The 2026-27 Marian Fund Leadership Committee also includes Colleen Skrabak Scholl, Dr. Joanne Calabrese, Marty and Pam (Hosak) Polakovic, Glenn and Dr. Cristin Weicker Mummey, Michael and Kristy Porambo, Dr. Paula Holovoiak, Ed and Karen Keefer Weicker and Joe Sterns.

The committee will help inspire participation across the Marian community to encourage all to give what they can in support of the school’s mission.

“The Marian Fund is about more than dollars,” said Dr. Erin Marek, director of advancement. “It is about connection — alumni reconnecting with classmates, parents engaging with the school community, and families coming together to strengthen the Marian experience for every student.”

The fund provides critical support to the school’s operating budget, directly benefiting students through tuition assistance, academic resources, technology and campus maintenance.

Tuition and fees cover only about 50% percent of the cost of a Marian education, making philanthropic support essential to providing students with an exceptional Catholic education while strengthening the school for future generations.

Those wishing to make a gift to the fund may do so online at www.mariancatholichs.org or by contacting Marek at emarek@mariancatholichs.org.