Our donors, and the beneficiaries of their generosity, have stories to share.
Read their inspiring stories below:
"Dad loved playing and listening to music. He excelled at the piano and delighted in supporting orchestras and their players. The friendships and mentors he developed through playing and supporting music were integral to the full life he led. Dad also loved exposing others to great music and would have been thrilled to bring performers to St. Christopher’s for everyone to enjoy."
— Turner Bredrup '84, President, Foundation Board, on his father, Chris Bredrup
“Everything about St. Christopher's has been a part of my life. Growing up, my mother taught in the Lower School while I was at St. Catherine's. When I moved back to Richmond with my own family, it was a privilege to work here for 31 years. My sons are St. Christopher's graduates, and my grandsons are also Saints. St. Christopher's is a part of my family, and it makes sense to continue the mission of the School through a planned gift.”
—Laura Leake Brown, P'98,'01; GP'32; Former Faculty
“I received a first-class education at St. Christopher’s during my 11 years at the School, along with a healthy dose of athletics. The emphasis placed on learning to speak, read, and recite on my feet before an audience served me well in my legal career. I have included St. Christopher’s in my estate plan to ensure that the faculty and facilities of the School continue to promote the invaluable experience that I had during my time there.”
—Miles Cary, Jr. '51, P’85
“What’s best for our boys. I cannot imagine a more compelling value than this to support. After 48 years of service at St. Christopher’s, I know that this standard of care continues to drive every effort and program at the school. It is an honor to provide for St. Christopher’s through my estate, so that future generations of young men will receive the benefits that arise when their best interests are the paramount priority.“
—Andy Smith, Former Faculty
"It is hard to put into words the impact that St. Christopher's had upon me during my 5 years as a student. While estate planning isn't necessarily top of mind for most young professionals, it can be a great way to lay the foundation for committing resources to people and communities they value. I am very happy to give back to the school that gave me so much."
—Seth Wagner '10
“Otto had a deep abiding affection for St. Christopher’s and the friends he made there. Our family is grateful to continue his example of giving back in the form of financial aid for a student who otherwise would not have the opportunity for the type of excellent education St. Christopher’s affords.”
—Otto Williams '87 & Erskine Williams '92 on their father, Otto Williams, Jr. '55
“The Saint Christopher’s experience is incredibly impactful and meaningful for our boys and our family and we are delighted to include the school in our estate plans to positively impact other boys and families for generations to come.”
—Krissy Gathright P’19,’22,’29
