The Governor's Fund

For over 261 years, bright, bold students from all over the world have come to Byfield for a life-changing educational experience. Surrounded by dedicated faculty and staff, Govs students strive for excellence, discover new passions, and go further than they ever thought possible. Gifts, of any size, to The Governor’s Academy make an impact on the lives of our students, faculty, and staff every day.

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Cynthia Scannell (Parent ’26)

a month ago

Thanks for all that you do!
Fred Nahil (Alumni ’68)

a month ago

Annual gift.
Ilse E Abusamra (Alumni ’93)

a month ago

In honor of My dear mom, Laurel E Abusamra.
Monique Souza (Parent ’24)

a month ago

Appreciative of the Opportunity’s Govs gave my son! Love Govs!
Shannon & Tom Reid (Parent ’23)

a month ago

Will always have fond thoughts of Govs!
Victoria Fortune (Parent ’25)

a month ago

We're so appreciative for everyone at Govs--faculty, staff and fellow students--who has helped our daughter thrive.
Charles Light (Alumni ’59)

2 months ago

In honor of Ferg Jansen and Jonathan Wise, Class of 1959
Mark Hoffman (Alumni ’73)

2 months ago

In honor of Harry Cabot '72
Thanks for all the great work!
Gail Medeiros (Parent ’04)

a month ago

In memory of Patrick Medeiros
Scott & Terri Bashaw (Parent ’17, ’19)

a month ago

The faculty, coaches and teachers made life long connections and enhanced our two daughters' lives through their commitment, dedication, mentorship and friendship. We will always be grateful.
Molly Prinn (Alumni ’95, Parent ’23, ’25, Trustee/Past Trustee)

a month ago

In memory of George Scharfe
Gail Turner (Parent ’83, Grandparent ’13)

a month ago

Loved all the years my son amd grandson were at Govs!
Steven Epstein (Alumni ’74)

a month ago

In honor of Class of 1974 50 years
Patricia Pangan (Parent ’22)

2 months ago

Love Govs
Heahee Lee (Parent ’28)

2 months ago

I hope it will help the school to develop.
Stacy and Jack Dahlstedt (Parent ’27)

2 months ago

How our son talks about school and his experience at Govs.

Giving options

Area of Greatest Need

Each year, unrestricted support ensures that all students, programs, and faculty receive the support they need when they need it. These donations can impact any area of the educational experience and help the school say “yes.”

Financial Aid

You can make the exceptional accessible for talented students who could not otherwise afford a Govs education. Your support means more bright, bold, and motivated students from diverse backgrounds can thrive and reach for their dreams.

Faculty Support

Relationships are at the heart of Governor’s—generous, enriching human connections that often last a lifetime. Your gift provides immediate resources to attract and cultivate top-notch faculty who provide innovative learning experiences for every student.

Athletics

From one of the most competitive athletic conferences in the US to club sports, Govs students experience the joy of being on a team and trying something new. Your gift helps ensure that our student-athletes have the facilities and resources they need to compete and see just how far they can go.

Visual & Performing Arts

Support of our arts programming helps strengthen our commitment to artistic excellence, where students can test the limits of their creativity and flourish as young artists.

Student Life & Activities

Your gift sustains the academic and extracurricular programs that foster joy, discovery, and achievement in and out of the classroom. Your support means that every student can thrive in a rich learning environment where they form life-long friendships and grow as empowered leaders to pursue their passions and fulfill their ambitions.

Community and Belonging

Our community is stronger when everyone has a voice. Your gift provides opportunities to expand our programs, experience diverse perspectives, learn and grow together, and cultivate an inclusive learning community.

GovsPLUS

GovsPLUS (Powerful Learners Unlocking Success) is a tuition-free, five-week summer academic enrichment program that partners The Governor’s Academy with motivated middle school students from Lawrence, MA with the goal of helping these students reach their potential inside and outside the classroom.

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The Governor's Academy
1 Elm Street, Byfield, MA 01922
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