As we reflect on the incredible achievements of the South Bend Alumni Association this past year, we are immensely grateful for the support of alumni, friends, and community supporters like you. With your continued generosity, we have been able to fund 45 Co-Grants at 15 SBCSC schools, totaling $91,218 in grants for co-curricular and extra-curricular activities. We have also had the privilege of selecting three exceptional scholarship recipients from a pool of talented South Bend graduates.
But our work doesn’t stop there. Throughout the year, we have partnered with other community organizations to sponsor inspiring events involving SBCSC students, such as the South Bend Empowerment Zone’s celebration of Black History Month, the South Bend Civic Theater’s production of ‘Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom’, and the South Bend community celebration of Dia de los Muertos at the Morris. We have also welcomed a new class to the South Bend Community Hall of Fame, honoring individuals who have made significant contributions to our community.
None of this would be possible without the unwavering dedication of our sponsors, board and committee members, volunteers, and donors like you. Your support truly makes a difference in the lives of our youth and allows them to grow and excel. Thank you!
Support Our Mission
There is still an opportunity for you to contribute your year-end donation to the South Bend Alumni Association! Your generous contribution will play a vital role in ensuring that the achievements of 2023 are met and surpassed, making 2024 a year of tremendous growth, fostering even greater creativity, commitment to service, and unwavering dedication to excellence among the youth in our community.
Join us in our mission to empower the next generation of leaders in South Bend. Make a donation today and be part of the positive change happening in our community.
Co-Ex Grant Spotlight
Adams Cross
Country Team
The John Adams High School Cross Country team was selected for a Co-Ex Grant to replace their 6-year old singlets and buy uniform bags for the team.
Their service project was to help with Art Beat in downtown South Bend. The students helped tear down tables and tents, pick up trash, throw away trash bins, empty water barrels, stack benches, tables, chairs, and take down fences and stack them. The coaches and students enjoyed their time working together and giving back to our community.
"It’s a good thing to help support the community."
Adams Cross Country Team Member
CONNECT WITH ALUMNI
The South Bend Alumni Association offers seven high school platforms (Adams, Central, Clay, Jackson, LaSalle, Riley, and Washington) for you to network, reminisce, find reunions, and volunteer. Our goal is the mobilize Alumni to make a change in our community by remaining connected to South Bend Community School Corporation.
Visit your alma mater’s page today!
southbendadams.com
southbendclay.com
southbendwashingtonhs.com
southbendriley.com
southbendjackson.com
southbendlasalle.com
southbendcentral.com
**Please click on each school link for the wizard to join each school.**
IS YOUR HIGH SCHOOL CLASS HAVING A REUNION IN 2024?
- Who is on the committee?
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Please send information to: jfchampaigne@gmail.com
UPCOMING ALUMNI EVENTS!
CENTRAL ALL-CLASS WINTER REUNION
February 21, 2024 in Punta Gorda, FL
Contact: Becky Irvin Vandevelde and Vernon Smith
ADAMS ALL-CLASS REUNION
August 9, 2024
Contact: Jim Champaigne
CLASS OF 1964 60TH REUNION August 10, 2024
Contact: Linda Shafer
CLASS OF 1968 56TH REUNION July 12, 2024
Contact: Cynthia Eufemi
CLASS OF 1969 55TH REUNION
August 9, 2024
Contact: John Ford
CLASS OF 1974 50TH REUNION
August 3, 2024
Contact: Pete Goerner
CLASS OF 1978 46TH REUNION
July 27, 2024
Contact: Carl Buchanon
CLASS OF 1994 30TH REUNION
June 22, 2024
Contact: Marcus Edward Ellison
CLASS OF 1974 50TH REUNION
June 29, 2024
Contact: Patricia Grembowicz Banik
Support the SBAA
The South Bend Alumni Association depends upon community support to continue our work in assisting the students of the South Bend Community Schools. If you would like to make a contribution, please visit our online Donation page or send a donation to:
- South Bend Alumni Association
- 215 S. Dr Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.
- South Bend, IN 46601