Alumnae & Giving
Supporting the School

Planned Giving

Building Your Legacy

Whether you would like to put your donation to work today or benefit the School after your lifetime, you can find a charitable plan that lets you provide for your family and support Chatham Hall.
  • Bequests (Wills & Living Trusts)
  • Charitable Remainder Trusts
  • Charitable Gift Annuities —immediate or deferred
  • Life Insurance
  • Retirement Plan Assets

Click here to learn more about ways to plan a gift.

Donor Stories

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Esto Perpetua Society

Founded in 1996, the Esto Perpetua Society celebrates the vision and commitment of individuals who have included future support for Chatham Hall in their estate, trusts, asset beneficiary designations, etc.

After you make these arrangements, notify us and we will send you an official welcome!

  • Jeffrey Ferguson '41 Endowed Chapel Fund

    The Jeffrey Ferguson '41 Endowed Chapel Fund provides more than $5,000 annually for chapel programs and the upkeep of St. Mary's Chapel.

  • Mary Covey Trust

    Each year since 2002, the Mary Covey Trust, established at the death of Mary Wilmer Covey '41, has provided $15,000 - $35,000 for student scholarships.

  • Sarah C. Benson '47 Endowed Music Fund

    The Sarah C. Benson '47 Endowed Music Fund provides more than $2,000 a year to strengthen Chatham Hall's music program.

  • Virginia L. Radley Endowment Fund

    The Virginia L. Radley Endowment Fund, established by a bequest from a former faculty member, provides more than $20,000 a year for the School's highest priorities.

  • Zachar-Holt Scholarship

    The Zachar-Holt Scholarship, established through a bequest by Stefanie Zachar '52 in honor of her parents and former dean Virginia Holt, awards more than $60,000 in scholarships each year.

Contact Us

We're here to help! Contact advancement@chathamhall.org or 434.432.2941 for additional information or to plan your gift.
An all girls boarding and day school in Southern Virginia, Chatham Hall prepares girls for college and for productive lives. Our innovative academic program offers Advanced Placement courses, global study and travel, as well as project based learning. Our athletic teams regularly compete at the State level and our exceptional riding program is nationally recognized. We foster the intellect and character of each student and, through our Honor Code, live in a community of trust. Grounded in its Episcopal heritage, the school welcomes students of all faiths and backgrounds.  
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