05/09/2026
One week later… and we are still in awe of the magic of EIP 2026: Cirque. ✨🎪 Because of this incredible community, Evening in Paris raised more than $175,000 in support of Académie Lafayette — our most successful year yet!
These funds directly support the unique programs and experiences that make AL so special, including international teacher recruitment, visas and relocation, transportation access for students, and so much more. In addition, our community raised $35,000 for Fund-a-Need to upgrade equipment in all three campus nursing offices.
To everyone who attended, volunteered, donated, bid, sponsored, performed, planned, decorated, emceed, or cheered us on: merci. This unforgettable night was only possible because of you.
A special thank you goes to our extraordinary EIP committee and the dozens of volunteers whose creativity, time, and dedication brought Cirque to life. Your love for this school shines brightly.
We are also deeply grateful to our generous sponsors whose support helped make this incredible evening possible.
The evening may be over, but the impact will continue for years to come. ❤️💙
Saint Louis University - Country Club Bank, a division of FNBO - Dolgins Fine Jewelry - Westport Flea Market Bar & Grill - IFF - Freight House Fitness - Print Tekk Printing & Mailing - Barre3 Kansas City - Lidia's Kansas City - SKYY Vodka - Miraval - Aperol Spritz - Martin City Brewing Company - Lubanzi Wines - Fields & Ivy Brewery - Waldo Pizza - Stockyards Brewing Co. - Kansas City Bier Company - Ocean Prime - Kansas City
