Westminster Builds Leaders... And So Do You!

Alumni celebrating reunion milestones honored their Westminster experience by giving back to current and future generations of Wildcats. 

What do chemistry and art, fly fishing and literature, and video games and storytelling have in common? Usually, not much—but during JanTerm, unique course combinations like these challenge Upper School students to think differently and explore deeply

Investments in Westminster’s educators, through The Westminster Fund and donor-funded endowments, strengthen the School’s ability to attract, retain, and inspire exceptional faculty.

Westminster honored the generosity of its Pressly Leadership Society members on October 10, 2024, with a special on-campus celebration at the newly renovated and expanded Love Hall. It was a lively evening of fellowship and gratitude, recognizing the group's extraordinary philanthropic leadership to Westminster during the 2023-24 school year.

Each year, members of Westminster’s Principals’, President’s, and Founders’ giving circles make an extraordinary difference through their annual support of The Westminster Fund.

Westminster remains committed to Dr. Pressly’s belief and allocates more than $6 million in financial assistance annually, thanks to philanthropy!

Captivated by the vision for a center of innovation that would house some of our most dynamic, future-focused opportunities under one roof and provide both the well-designed space and collaborative possibilities that these programs deserve, Trustee Liz and Frank Blake were inspired to make it a reality.

Enhancements to Alfred E. Thompson Stadium include new entryways and seating, an expanded press box, updated concession and restroom areas, and improved accessibility.

Dedicated on August 12, 2020, Hawkins Hall honors the visionary philanthropy of longtime Westminster supporters Susan and Scott Hawkins.

In August 2024, the Lower School community was welcomed back to school and into the newly renovated and expanded Love Hall. A lead gift from the Love family—Dennis Love ’74, Jimmy Love ’75, Cal Love Jennison ’76, Keith Love ’79, and David Love ’90—serves as a continuation of the transformative philanthropy their parents, Gay and Erskine Love, contributed to make the original building a reality in 1996.

In Summer 2021, Westminster opened Barge Commons, its new official front door. Designed to foster connections and welcome the world to our School, the building has become an essential part of campus life. Barge Commons honors the transformative generosity of Olivia and John ’64 Barge.