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Dear Friends of University of St. Francis,

On behalf of the University of St. Francis and the 2009 Caritas Committee, we invite you to the 52nd annual Caritas, Venetian Carnivale. Caritas means caring, and by attending Caritas you are making a difference in the lives of many USF students.

The University of St. Francis awards approximately $10 million annually in institutional scholarships to deserving students — students who would not be able to obtain a quality Franciscan education with out financial assistance. Since it's inception in 1958, Caritas has
raised close to $3 million in scholarship funds.

For the past half century, our community has come together to enjoy one of Will County's oldest black tie events. Let this year's Caritas sweep you away to Venice, Italy to enjoy tantalizing Italian cuisine and superb entertainment. Come experience Venetian Carnivale with us on January 24, and help make a difference in the lives of our future leaders. Your gondola awaits!

Yours Truly,

Al and Tammy Paolucci
Chairs, Venetian Carnivale

Caritas Chairmen: Al & Tammy Paolucci

Caritas Committee: Eric & Ruth Bass Jay Bergman and Lori May Nino & Michelle Corsetti Scott & Debra Crowther Angelo & Rita Garbin Edward & Cheryl Jarot Mukund and Shirin Komanduri Tyler and Stephanie Qualio Janet Scott Jeff and Shannon Serr James and Kimberly Roolf

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