Endowment

The John H. Bennett English Award Fund was established in 2001 by a bequest from John H. Bennett Jr. ’63, to honor the Porter-Gaud senior who has achieved a high academic average while demonstrating outstanding written expression both in class and in other publications.

The Alison Fitzgerald ’97 Memorial Fund was established in 1995 by a gift from her parents, Eva and Dick Fitzgerald, to perpetually support the Alison Fitzgerald Handbell Choir and the Alison Fitzgerald Award. The award is presented annually to a sophomore who shares Alison’s enthusiastic outlook on life.

The Chaplain Brian K. McGreevy Character Education Fund was established in 2012 by Dr. and Mrs. Samuel C. Franklin, Jr., to provide a permanent source of funding for character education at Porter-Gaud School.

The John Upshaw Downs, Sr. '50 WATCH Award Fund was established in 2011 by the family of John Downs. This award is presented to the graduating senior who best embodies the spirit of Dr. Porter’s admonition “WATCH” as demonstrated by academic and athletic effort and who, in so doing, has served as an example to others in the Porter-Gaud community of what can be achieved through character and determination.

The Amanda Welling Dykes Award Fund* was established in 1995 in memory of Amanda by friends of her family. The award is presented annually to the 8th grade student who, in the spirit of Amanda, pursues academic excellence. This award is given to the individual who has maintained the highest cumulative average for the 6th, 7th & 8th grade years at P-G.

Take Me to Rome and Expand My Horizons Travel Fund* was established by friends of Dr. Thomas B. Horton and Dr. Charles H. McArver, Jr. in 2015 as a travel scholarship for students interested in history or a government related experience

The Expanding Horizons Award was established in 2013 through gifts from the Porter-Gaud Classes of 2011 and 2012. This award provides need-based financial assistance to students to participate in school-sponsored trips or other appropriate school-sponsored off-campus experiences that will enhance their knowledge via first-hand observation and novel experience to supplement traditional classroom and textbook learning.

In 2018 these two funds were combined into one Porter-Gaud travel scholarship fund for Upper School students.

The Frank Ford Leadership Award Fund was established in memory of Frank C. Ford. The fund supports an annual award to a current 11th grader who demonstrates integrity, determination and contributes positively to campus life.

The J. Wyman Frampton Science Award Fund was established in 2008 by Mrs. J. Wyman Frampton in honor of her husband, a past chairman of the Porter-Gaud Science Department and a longtime teacher of science at Porter-Gaud. The award is given to the graduating senior who has shown to be the outstanding young scientist of the class.

The John E. Gibbs Faculty Award Fund was established in 1989 by the daughters of John Gibbs, who was an English teacher at Porter-Gaud. The award, a stipend for professional development, recognizes a teacher who exhibits superior teaching in the classroom, and exemplary student relationships and involvement in activities outside the classroom. Both students and faculty participate in the selection process.

The Meta Morris Grimball Art Award Fund was established in the 1970’s by Berkeley and Emily Grimball to honor Berkeley’s aunt, Meta Morris Grimball. This recognition is awarded annually to an outstanding 7th or 8th grader in the study of visual arts at Porter-Gaud School.

The Liza Hollingsworth Fine Arts Award Fund was established in 2011 in memory of Liza by her parents, Julianne and Dunn Hollingsworth. This award is presented to a rising 5th grader who, in the opinion of the selection committee, has best shown an interest in Fine Arts and has a qualifying summer experience. The recipient receives a stipend to be used for summer study in Fine Arts.

The Kirk S. Kessler ’76 Memorial Fund was established in 1991 by his parents, Colonel and Mrs. Raymond A. Kessler, Jr. ’39. It supports the Kirk S. Kessler Award, presented annually to a senior of strong moral character who best exemplifies the outstanding qualities of sportsmanship and fair play, while demonstrating leadership, the will to win, and a competitive spirit in the quest for excellence. Kirk was most well-known for his selflessness on the soccer field and his commitment to the team.

The Mai Surran Amonette Harris Memorial Fund was established in 1996 by her husband, Dr. William L. Harris. Mrs. Harris worked in the Lower School of Porter-Gaud for 18 years and the fund supports projects and other needs in the Lower School.

The Burnet Rhett Maybank History Award Fund* was established in 2012 by his grandson, Burnet Rhett Maybank III. The Maybank Award is given annually to an outstanding senior student who has demonstrated a keen interest in the study of American Government, as determined by the History Department.

The Katie Mills Science Award Fund was established in 1995 in memory of Katie Mills. The award is presented annually to a 5th grade student who demonstrates outstanding achievement in science, who has an enthusiasm for the acquisition of knowledge, and who is kind and considerate of others

The Mowry Spanish Award* was established in 1978 by Dr. Maxwell Mowry, a former Porter-Gaud instructor of Spanish and a 1962 graduate of The Gaud School, in memory of his parents. The award is presented annually to the senior who has gone as far as possible in Spanish at Porter-Gaud and who has maintained good grades in Spanish while also promoting interest in Hispanic culture. It is not necessarily awarded to the student having the highest scholastic average.

The William F. Muckenfuss III Award was established in 1965 by Henry Buist, in memory of Billy Muckenfuss who was a student in the Porter Military Academy from 1958-1964. It is presented annually to the 6^th grade student who best demonstrates strong scholarship, character and leadership.

The Morton Patla Mathematics Award Fund was established by Morton’s parents, Jack and Helen Patla, in his memory. The award is given annually to a junior who demonstrates high ability in mathematics while showing interest and enthusiasm in math.

Porter-Gaud Professional Development Fund was established in 2010 by an anonymous donor to support the professional development of Porter-Gaud’s faculty and staff. This fund can provide for conference expenses, continuing education, and other activities important to a community of learning.

The Lieutenant James T. Richards ’80 Memorial Fund was established in 1990 by his parents, Dr. and Mrs. J.T. Richards. Lieutenant Richards was killed when the jet he was piloting crashed during a training exercise off Parris Island, SC in 1989. Each year, this fund provides support for a summer experience for a student of high achievement interested in service. All juniors are eligible to apply for the award.

The Ted R. Richardson Award Fund was established in 1991 and is presented annually to an 8th grade boy and girl who have, in the spirit of Ted R. Richardson exhibited “a deep and abiding concern for others and who have helped their classmates in ways that are positive and constructive.

The South Carolina Society Award Fund was established in 1989 by the South Carolina Society. The award is given each spring to two students with high ideals who have established a record of accomplishment, possess exemplary character, and whose academic record and citizenship have been excellent.

The Coach Ed Steers Award Fund was established in 2014 by the Porter-Gaud Fathers Association. The Coach Ed Steers Award recognizes coaches or athletic trainers who best embody the spirit of Coach Ed Steers, and consists of a cash award to enhance the winner’s professional development through study/travel/training, or other appropriate activity related to professional development.

The Porter Military Academy Alumni Association Endowment was established in 2014 by the Porter Military Academy Alumni Association Board. The fund will provide a permanent source of funding to support the maintenance of objects commemorative of Porter Military Academy and its Founder, The Reverend Dr. Anthony Toomer Porter. This includes the bust of Dr. Porter, the 12 pounder Napoleon cannon, the WATCH Tower Bell, the oil portrait of Dr. Porter, the PMA Brick Garden and the PMA Archives Room.

Porter-Gaud’s commitment to a diverse student body enhances our children’s potential to be successful. True to our mission, the Equity and Inclusion Endowed Fund ensures that every child that attends Porter-Gaud has access to the full PG experience. The Fund contributes to new uniforms, tutoring, class trips and field trips, club and academic programs such as Youth In Government or Model UN, and extended day.