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Class of 1985 Challenge: $40K for 25 Donors

In honor of the Class of 1985’s 40th Reunion, Peter ‘85, Head of School and Laurie Quimby P’14 have offered $40,000 to The Governor’s Fund if the class can inspire 25 donors to make a gift on Giving Day.
Class of 1975 Matching Gift Opportunity

In honor of his 50th Reunion, Spencer Purinton ‘75 will pledge $50 for every classmate who makes a gift for Giving Day.
Class of 1964 Matching Gift Opportunity

An anonymous donor from the Class of 1964 has offered a challenge to his classmates: he will donate $50 per donation (up to 20) for gifts of any amount made in the honor of Terry Golden ‘64 to support the track team.
Completed Challenges
Community Wide Challenge: $100K for 1,000 Donors

Bob ’67 and Anne Bass GP’26 are rooting for Govs to inspire 1,000 donors to make a gift of any size on Govs Giving Day! If we reach this ambitious goal, the collective generosity of the Govs community will unlock a $100,000 gift from Bob and Anne to The Governor’s Fund.
Current Parent Challenge: $20k for 150 Parent Donors

Two generous Govs parents have teamed together to present a special opportunity just for our parent community. When we receive gifts from 150 families on Govs Giving Day, $20,000 will be unlocked for The Governor’s Fund.
Reunion Incentive: Free Event Admission

One Giving Day donor, whose class year ends in 0 or 5, will win the chance at free registration for Reunion on June 6-8, 2025! Guest fees and lodging will be an added cost. Registration for Reunion will open in March.
Reunion Incentive: Champagne Toast for Class

The Reunion Class with the most donors will earn a champagne toast during their Class Dinner at Reunion on June 6-8, 2025.
100 Faculty & Staff Donor Challenge

To inspire colleagues to participate on Giving Day, Matt Hunt has pledged to brave the cold, snowy New England season with a polar plunge! Now, we just need 100 faculty or staff members to make a gift!