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The Governor's Fund

For over 262 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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A.J. Enchill
Alex & Kristin Moody
In honor of Larry and Jane Piatelli ... split equally between the "Larry Piatelli Scholarship Fund & The Govs Annual Fund"
Without Larry Piatelli I would not have transformed from a rough edged kid to an NCAA athlete and Captain or had the fight to survive stage 4 cancer. Without Jane Piatelli I would not be a great Dad of three successful kids and a husband of 27 years. Without them both I would not be where I am in the corporate world or owning several successful side sports businesses along with real estate. When I say Larry and Jane changed (i.e. saved) my life I can both qualify it and quantify it as the reality for my current family is SO much different from the one I grew up in and with. I fought and built and earned everything because of their influence on me - Alex Moody '89 (proud member/goaltender of the 1988 ('and only' Boys New England Prep Championship hockey team). Hello to my very good hockey buddies Martin and Eric Lacroix, Nick Vachon, Chris D'Orio, Derek Sullivan, Kevin Lydon, Andy Noel (RIP buddy we miss all you so much)
Alex and Lars Apitz
Anne Kandel
In honor of Jane and Larry Piatelli Scholarship
The Piatellis were so special to me during my time at GDA and remain very dear to my heart.
Charles B. Johnson Jr.
Christina Gentile
Christine Tuttle
In honor of Harrison M. Tuttle '18
Christopher Wejchert
Cynthia Scannell
D. Christopher Page
Dan Nadeau
In honor of Jane Piatelli’s retirement
I lived in Eames for two years with Larry, Jane and their young kids. The primary reason I feel a connection is Jane always went out of her way to make my partner (now husband) Michael feel welcome, have the correct name tag etc. when the 3 dads and mom seemed confusing to others at Gov’s during parents weekends, alumni day etc. will always appreciate her effort and impact.
David Crisafi and Jill Harrison
David Mitchell
David Schwartz
Devin Sullivan
Dolly Miller
In memory of Marty Doggett
Dwight Brown
Eugene Bouley
Evan Trent
Frederick Statler
Gene Citrano
Govs Parents
Thank You Gov's Community! Many Thanks to all Gov's team who are involved building and shaping the future of our children.
Greg Carroll
Helen Breen
Henry Terrie
Hua Xu
Hugh Friedman
Jacqueline Bryan
James Main
Janet & Todd Gustafson
Many thanks to the personal leadership of Spencer Purington with GovsPlus!
Janet Lavallee
Jason Rivera
Je Wook Lee
Je wook Lee
In honor of Walter Dong yoon Lee
Always be present and matter!
Jeff McLaren
Jeff Menard
Jeff and Jody Moore
Jodi Marshall
Jody Baum
John Cataldo
Thank you for fostering a rigorous and well-rounded education for generations of scholars, athletes, artists, and leaders!
John Leary
Joseph Rokous
Karen Knezevic-Gold
Karl Koenigsbauer
Kate Fyrberg
Kathryn McDonough
Kevin Bowers
Kim Passero
In honor of Rob Studley
Leslie Lacy
Linda Emery
Lisa Gottman
In honor of The Amazing Dining Hall Staff & Kris the recycling guru - Lisa from Sci-Tech
The Dining Hall Staff was so wonderful and took such great care of us as we held URJ Sci-Tech Academy on your campus. Working in the Sci-Tech office, I looked forward to my mornings Kris would come for the recycling; we always had a good laugh to start the day!
M Scott Maguire
In honor of Jack Marr
thank you for honouring a great man
Malcolm Graham
Mary Christie
In honor of Papa Ron Christie
Matthew Proto
Melissa Walny
Michael and Martha Delay
Michael Eberle
In honor of Dick Leavitt
Michele Lawlor
Molly Prinn
I give for what the school gave to my family.
Monique Souza
Nancy Church
Nick Pangan
Pamela Pandapas
Patricia Pangan
Paul Morrissey
In honor of Sara Morrissey, devoted parent of three Governors Academy graduates, aunt to four more alumni, and a lifelong champion and proudest fan of the Academy.
Penny Berrier
Philip Corbett
Rachel Healey
Great memories
Richard Love
Robert Hicks
In memory of James, David & Donald Hicks
Ryan and Sarah Murphy
Sandra Muscatello McMillin
Sarah E. Smith
Shad Uttam
Sherman Morss Jr
Susan & Doug Kline
The Kolano Family
Timothy Flaherty
William Frost
William, Christine, Will '15 and Jennifer Dwyer
In honor of Jane Piatelli
in honor of Jane Piatelli
Anonymous
Anonymous

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 and 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 and 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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