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探花约啪 Tech’s Mardi Gras Fundraiser Raises Over $130,000

March 12, 2026

The 探花约啪 Tech Stanton and George campuses hosted the 22nd annual “An Evening of Mardi Gras” on Saturday, March 7, welcoming more than 400 guests and raising more than $130,000 to date in support of student scholarships.

The event kicked off with the President’s Reception, featuring a welcome from campus leadership and remarks from scholarship recipient Heather Gallaway, a Wilmington Campus student in the education program.

Guests were treated to exceptional New Orleans-style food and drink from local restaurants, as well as from 探花约啪 Tech’s culinary program. In addition, guests enjoyed live entertainment from Suede Lace, DJ Boogie, and 12-year-old Irish dancer Liam Christopher. Fundraising activities included a silent auction, a wine pull, and raffles.

“The success of our Mardi Gras fundraiser requires a tremendous amount of planning, hard work, and creativity on the part of everyone involved,” said 探花约啪 Tech President Mark Brainard. “We offer special thanks to our donors, sponsors, elected officials, and friends from the community whose support helps us to achieve our mission of keeping students at the center of everything we do. We could not succeed without their generosity and support.”

Premier sponsors such as Buck Simpers Architect + Associates, Inc., Santora CPA Group, 探花约啪 Audio Visual, and Nemours Children’s Health played a vital role in helping raise scholarship funds for students. View all Mardi Gras 2026 Sponsors.

Over the past 22 years, the event has raised more than $2.3 million, helping students pay for tuition, books, and other essentials while attending 探花约啪 Tech.

“The funds raised from this event change lives,” said Dr. Lora Johnson, vice president and campus director of the Wilmington campus. “Having donors on campus allows us to showcase who we are, give them a proper thank you, and let them meet the students whose lives they are impacting. It’s a chance for them to see their dollars in action.”

“It’s not just about the music, food, and drink; it’s about how the college has impacted people’s lives,” said Dan Ehmann, vice president and campus director of the Stanton campus. “Our volunteers and donors are giving back to support the next generation of students.”

Save the date! Next year’s Mardi Gras will be held on March 6, 2027.

Still want to contribute to Mardi Gras scholarships? The Black & White License Plate Raffle continues through Tuesday, March 31. Purchase your now for a chance to win.

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