Discover the transformative power of philanthropy through our donor stories. Each tale is a testament to the profound impact of generosity, showcasing the diverse motivations and journeys behind our donors’ giving. Join us in celebrating these inspiring individuals whose contributions make a difference in shaping our community and empowering the future.
Thank you to the incredible support of our South Kent community for our Spring for South Kent Giving Day event. We met all of the challenges and matches offered to us by our generous donors. With over 350 donors, this was by far our best Day of Giving yet. See Spring for South Kent videos.. … Read more
GHB Book | George H. Bartlett Tribute Book To commemorate George H. Bartlett’s time on the Hillside, a limited run hardcover book was put together by the School which included writings/speeches from George’s memorial service, people’s reflections, and a compilation of his Prize Day addresses. Thanks to the generosity of an alumnus, a complimentary soft … Read more
Indio, CA Upon being invited to write about our decision to include South Kent in our estate plans, I began thinking about the school and all that it has meant to me. Such thoughts led me to the SKS website where one of the first categories I saw was the daily menu. And what a … Read more
Chapel Hill, N.C. Neilson Brown, a second-generation alumnus of SKS (his father, Hobson, ’34), has been an active volunteer of South Kent School for more than 25 years. He is a former chairman of the Board of Trustees. Neilson earned his bachelor’s degree from the University of North Carolina, and an MBA from Wharton. He … Read more
Member of St. Michael’s Society In 1947 our father was the first minister of The Church of the Good Shepherd in Austin, TX. He knew he would be relocating during the next school year and was reluctant to move while I was a senior in high school. He was considering boarding schools when someone suggested … Read more