MEET OUR PARTNERS
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unite for her
Unite for HER is a 501(c)3 national nonprofit organization that supports breast cancer and ovarian cancer patients by providing integrative therapies, services, education, resources, and support at no personal cost.
Ryan’s case for smiles
A hospital experience can be terrifying and traumatic for both a child and their family. While others strive to find a cure, Ryan’s Case for Smiles helps with the stress and emotional impact of illness in the here and now. Our whimsical pillowcases give children an emotional boost, while our CopingSpace and JustSibs resources and tools help families better understand and cope with the experience.
Catholic Charities of Philadelphia
Catholic Charities of Philadelphia is the heart of the Church’s mission in action, serving as a lifeline to thousands across the region. We are a faith-driven, mission-focused organization committed to upholding the dignity of every person, regardless of their background, ethnicity, or beliefs.
Through a comprehensive range of services—including support for intellectual and developmental disabilities, services to youth and families, support for those experiencing housing insecurity, senior services, and food assistance—we stand as a beacon of hope for all those in need.
Our compassionate approach, professional expertise, and unwavering dedication make Catholic Charities of Philadelphia one of the most robust and far-reachingservice organizations in the Philadelphia region, proudly impacting over 300,000 people every year.
THE YEAR IN REVIEW
GAUDEAMUS 2025
As our 2025 concert series comes to a close, we are pleased to share that we exceeded our 25- year goal of donating more than $1 million to those in need.
Our 2025 partners included the Ronald McDonald House in Philadelphia, St. Jean Bosco School in Haiti, Amigos de Jesús Children’s Home and Bilingual School in Honduras, The Community Center at Visitation in Kensington, Doing Good.Well. in Philadelphia, and the Monsignor Baldrick Scholarship Fund. Throughout the 2025 concert season, we reached audiences of more than 10,000 people, both in person and through social media, helping to extend our mission far beyond the concert venue.
Connie Steuer, Musical Director of Gaudeamus and Board member, Moira DiSandro Schwartz, present a $10,000 check to Jess Meakim/Unite for HER.
historical partners
doing Good. Well
This video shares who we are and our mission - what we are doing, our intentions and humbly, the impact we hope will come from our work and partnerships in Philadelphia.
- Vik Dewan, Co-Founder of Doing Good. Well, a proud partner of Gaudeamus.
The Ronald McDonald House
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Vera's family and friends celebrated her memory as they gathered around a paver in her honor.
Gaudeamus' relationship and support of Vera and her family has come full circle with the room dedication at the Ronald McDonald House.
