What Happens in the Room Matters: An Invitation to the 2026 Spring Gala
Every moment. Every conversation. Every lesson prepared.
At Innovate Academy, we believe the room shapes it all—and we have the profound privilege of shaping the room. When a scholar walks into a classroom, a laboratory, or a gallery, they should feel like an invited guest entering a story of renewal, vision, purpose, and possibility.
Within these walls, choices become habits, habits become character, and character becomes legacy.
The Power of the Room
Rooms have a unique power. They are not merely physical spaces; they are the incubators of the future. A well-designed room has the power to:
Ignite imagination and curiosity.
Spark the courage to ask difficult questions.
Inspire ideas that change the world.
Form the next generation of leaders, innovators, thinkers, and believers.
This spring, we invite our community of "Innovate Investors" to gather for a powerful experience. Together, we will explore the rooms that shaped history—and invest in the rooms that will shape tomorrow.
You’re Invited: The Annual Innovate Academy Gala
Calvary Chapel is honored to host an unforgettable evening centered on our 2026 theme: Rooms of Renewal. Join us as we celebrate the growth of our scholars and invest in the future of classical, Christian education.
Event Details
Date: Friday, March 20, 2026
Time: 6:00 p.m.
Location: Penn Oaks Golf Club | West Chester, PA
Attire: Black-tie optional
An Evening of Inspiration
The night is designed to impact and inspire, featuring:
The Living Gallery: Experience the work of our scholars firsthand in a gallery hosted by the students themselves.
Elegant Dining: Enjoy a formal dinner with fellow supporters and mentors.
Keynote Address: We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Louis Markos, acclaimed author of Passing the Torch. Dr. Markos will share his insights on the lasting value of classical education and the vital importance of investing in spaces that shape future generations.
Live Auction: An opportunity to direct your resources toward the specific "rooms" and programs that empower our scholars.
Invest in the Future
What happens in the room matters. We invite you to join us in building spaces where minds grow, hearts are formed, and futures are built.
Whether you are a long-time supporter or new to the Innovate community, your presence at the Rooms of Renewal Gala is an investment in a generation of culture-makers.
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"I believe that rooms have the power to form the soul. When we shape the space, we shape the scholar."
