Building Chatham Hall’s Future with Time, Talent, and Treasure

When we talk about philanthropy, it’s easy to think first (and sometimes only) about dollars. Financial support matters deeply at Chatham Hall; it sustains our programs, cares for our campus, and moves our mission forward. But philanthropy, at its strongest, is never built on a single support.

At Chatham Hall, our community’s generosity is built like a three-legged stool supported by time, talent, and treasure. A stool cannot stand if one leg is missing, and it is strongest when all three share the weight. Time deepens relationships. Talent brings wisdom and leadership. Treasure fuels possibility. When all three are present, the foundation is strong, and girls are empowered to discover their strength and find their voice.

Time: Showing Up and Making an Impact
One of the most powerful gifts anyone can give is time, and our community shows up again and again. Earlier this year, members of the Alumnae Council volunteered an evening to join juniors and seniors on Zoom to talk candidly about life after Chatham Hall. They shared college journeys, career paths, missteps, and moments of clarity. The conversation didn’t end when the Zoom call did. Students lingered, asking for contact information and follow‑up conversations, a clear sign of how deeply the experience resonated.

That same spirit of generosity was visible on campus during the Summer of 2025, when a group of alumnae returned for Project Purple & Gold (formerly Campus Beautification). Giving their time during a season when many are traveling or resting, these volunteers rolled up their sleeves to support Curtis’s Garden, refresh the front beds, and lend care to our Arboretum.

Summer is when Chatham Hall tackles big projects, maintaining historic buildings and caring for a campus that has shaped generations of girls. For these alumnae, it was a meaningful way to give back with their presence and energy. And we’re excited to welcome even more volunteers this coming summer as new projects await.

Interested in joining us? Summer service sign‑ups are now open!

Talent: Sharing Expertise and Leadership
Talent shows up in countless ways, through mentoring, organizing, advising, and leading. Many of our first‑year Project Purple & Gold participants, who proudly dubbed themselves the Magnificent Seven, brought skills ranging from gardening know‑how to project coordination. Their connection to campus didn’t stop there. Inspired by the work they were doing, several made financial gifts to support the very areas of campus they helped improve. It’s a beautiful example of how time, talent, and treasure reinforce one another.

Parents, too, regularly share their talents to strengthen our community. The Parent Advisory Committee (PAC) is a shining example of this holistic approach to giving. PAC members give their time by hosting receptions for prospective families during Open Houses and reaching out to families exploring Chatham Hall. They share their talent through thoughtful planning and execution of Faculty Appreciation Week each year. And they give treasure by achieving 100% participation in the Chatham Hall Annual Fund, year after year. If you are a current family member, alumna, or former family member interested in sharing your talents, please reach out to me at kkeating@chathamhall.org, and I will happily help connect you with an area of school life where your gifts can make a meaningful impact. 

Treasure: Fueling the Mission
Financial gifts remain essential. They close the tuition gap, support programs, and ensure that Chatham Hall continues to offer an exceptional education rooted in leadership, courage, and purpose. What makes our community special is not just that people give, but why they give. Many donors are also volunteers. Many volunteers are also donors. All are united by the same belief: that investing in girls changes the world.

One Purpose, Many Paths to Impact
Whether someone mentors a student, speaks on a panel, hosts a reception, weeds a garden bed, or makes a gift, every contribution supports the same purpose: equipping curious thinkers to lead lives of impact.
There is no single right way to give to Chatham Hall. There are many, and each one matters.

As we look ahead, we invite you to see yourself in this story. How might your time, talent, or treasure help build Chatham Hall’s future? Reach out to me, Kimber Keating ’20,’22,’24, Director of Enrollment and Engagement, at kkeating@chathamhall.org.