Where Opportunity Begins
A Saints education opens the door to a lifetime of purpose and opportunity. By supporting the school’s financial assistance program, you help ensure that the full SSSAS experience—academic excellence, spiritual growth, and vibrant extracurricular engagement—is accessible to talented and capable students, regardless of financial circumstance.
We’re excited to announce a transformational matching gift from alumna, Marguerite Orr Pitts ’62, in support of the Gift of a Saints Education. This generous gift will match all new contributions to the Gift of a Saints Education Endowment—dollar for dollar—fully funding the two final scholarships and providing you an unique opportunity to double your impact on today's Saints. To learn more about this vital endowment fund and the inspiration for this match, read the full article in The Saints Life magazine.
To learn more about how you can support the SSSAS financial assistance program, please contact Ashley Stone, Director of Campaign and Major Giving, at astone@sssas.org.
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Endowments: A Legacy of Lasting Impact
Endowments are one of the most powerful ways to ensure the long-term strength and stability of St. Stephen’s and St. Agnes School. These permanent funds are carefully invested, and each year, a portion of the earnings provides a reliable source of income that supports our students, faculty, and programs—year after year, generation after generation.
While outright gifts make an immediate difference, a gift to an endowment creates a legacy that lasts forever—helping to relieve pressure on our annual budgets and allowing us to plan confidently for the future.
To learn more about how you can establish an endowment and create lasting impact at SSSAS, please contact Ashley Stone, Director of Major and Campaign Giving, at astone@sssas.org.
Named Endowments
- Faculty Support Endowments
- Financial Assistance Endowments
- General Support Endowments
- Other Endowments
Faculty Support Endowments
Faculty Support Endowments provide professional development opportunities and salary support to help attract and retain the best faculty in the Washington, DC metro area.
THE ALUMNI ASSOCIATION FACULTY EXCELLENCE AWARD FUND
The Alumni Association Faculty Excellence Award was established and endowed in 1984 by the Alumni Association of St. Stephen’s School. It is awarded annually to the teacher who has demonstrated a high degree of educational professionalism and characteristics that inspire students and fellow faculty to high levels of achievement.
THE ASSOCIATION OF PARENTS AND TEACHERS LIFELONG LEARNING FUND
Established in 2015 after the conclusion of the Light the Way Campaign, the Association of Parents and Teachers Lifelong Learning Fund builds on the APT’s long record of supporting the professional growth of our teachers. The APT knows that our teachers are the very core of our school. As such, we are so pleased this fund will create more opportunities for many of our teachers to further their life-long love of learning, which will benefit all of our Saints.
ARCHER FAMILY ENDOWMENT
Established to support faculty salaries during the Light the Way Campaign by Susan 1976, Glenn 1982, and Tom 1986, and their mother, Vera Poe Archer, in gratitude for their education received at St. Stephen’s and St. Agnes School.
THE AZER FACULTY FUND
The Azer Faculty Fund was established in 1985 by Dr. and Mrs. Rida Azer. The fund awards money to outstanding faculty members who have seven or more years of service. The award is granted to the nominee whose performance has been most impressive.
THE MATTIE J. BROWN MEMORIAL ENDOWED FUND
This fund was established in memory of Mattie J. Brown, kindergarten Saint 2007-2008. This fund supports kindergarten faculty salaries and professional development.
THE DEWBERRY FACULTY ENRICHMENT FUND
The Dewberry Faculty Enrichment Fund was established in 1986 to underwrite faculty salaries or provide funding for a faculty salary enrichment fund.
THE FERRILL FAMILY ENDOWED FUND FOR FACULTY
Established in 2015 by Joan and Jeff Ferrill in loving appreciation of the faculty of St. Stephen’s and St. Agnes School and in honor of their daughter Mary 2009. This fund benefits faculty compensation.
THE LEE FIFER '61 FACULTY ENDOWMENT
The Lee Fifer '61 Faculty Endowment fund was created in 2018 during the Light the Way campaign. Lee Fifer '61 established this fund in gratitude for his teachers and coaches at St. Stephen's School. This fund will support professional development and provide resources for teachers.
THE MARY AND ERNEST FLORESTANO FUND FOR TEACHING EXCELLENCE
Established in 2014 by a gift from Marianna and Jack White, in honor of the maternal grandparents of Ian White 2006 and Winston White 2010. The late Mary Camilla Florestano taught world history in the Norfolk, VA public school system for thirty-one years. Her husband, Ernest Florestano, is a native of Annapolis, MD, and the owner of a green energy concern in Norfolk. He holds a Master's degree in educational counseling from the College of William and Mary. Income from this fund will be used in support of faculty compensation.
THE E. E. FORD FACULTY GROWTH AND ENRICHMENT FUND
Established in 1992 by a gift from the Edward E. Ford Foundation, income from this fund is used to promote faculty growth and enrichment for members of the Upper School faculty.
THE MARSHALL J. GARRETT FACULTY SALARY ENRICHMENT FUND
The Marshall J. Garrett Faculty Salary Enrichment Fund was established in 1986 to supplement the basic annual salary of full-time faculty members based on merit or longevity systems as determined by the head of school.
THE HERGET FAMILY ENDOWED FUND FOR FACULTY
Established December 2012 during the Light the Way Campaign to support faculty salaries. This fund was established by Lisa and Phil Herget in gratitude for the education their daughters (Evi 2007, Elise 2009, Alli 2010, and Jo 2017) received at our school.
THE JOAN G. OGILVY HOLDEN ENDOWED FUND FOR LIFELONG LEARNING
Established in 2013 during the Light the Way Campaign, this fund provides support for professional development, study grants, and advanced degrees for the faculty.
THE CLAY KANE 2013 FUND FOR PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT FOR MUSIC FACULTY
This fund is designated for the support of professional development opportunities specifically for music teachers at every division. This includes instrumental instructors as well as chorus teachers.
THE LIGHT THE WAY: A CAMPAIGN FOR OUR TEACHERS FUND
Established in 2006 in conjunction with an endowment campaign, this fund benefits faculty salaries and professional development.
THE MEYER FAMILY ENDOWED FUND
Established in 2016, this fund was given for the ongoing benefit of the school which is deeply rooted by a community of amazing teachers and coaches, and in appreciation for the education of the members of the Meyer family (Matthew 1981, Michael 1983, Catie 1986, Peter 1988, Denise 1994, Abigail 2004, Luke 2015, and Rita 2021).
THE SCOTT OPLER ENDOWED CHAIR FOR ART HISTORY
The Scott Opler Foundation Endowed Chair for Art History was established in 1998 to permanently fund an art history faculty position within the Ages of Humanity Program.
THE PETERSON FAMILY FOUNDATION COACHES FUND AND THE PETERSON FAMILY FOUNDATION FACULTY SALARY FUND
Established in 2015 to help provide fair compensation for our dedicated coaches and faculty, these funds were given to invest in St. Stephen's and St. Agnes School and its future, in appreciation for a school that has touched the lives of the Peterson family and continues to mold the lives of Saints students.
THE JULIA AND RICHARD H. RUSH PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT FUND
This fund was established by Julia Halloran Rush (SAS 1945) and Richard Rush through a charitable gift annuity to support a female educator in the arts.
THE ST. AGNES CLASS OF 1954 FACULTY FUND FOR WOMEN
Established in 2005 by Ann Gibby Jeffrey 1954 to support faculty salaries or professional development for female faculty members at St. Stephen's and St. Agnes School.
THE SAINTS COACHES FUND
Established in May 2012 in honor of Varsity Girls Lacrosse Coach Kathy Jenkins' 600th win. The Saints Coaches Fund supports the stipends of those dedicated mentors who teach and coach for more than one season of sports as well as supporting the necessary training and professional development of those individuals keeping our coaches up-to-date on safety and current methods.
THE WYMAN FACULTY SALARY ENDOWMENT FUND
The Wyman Faculty Salary Endowment Fund was established in 1986 as the first-named faculty salary endowment fund at our school by the St. Agnes Foundation Board, from a gift from the estate of Julia Bigelow Wyman. Mrs. Wyman had no direct connection to our school, yet developed an appreciation of it through conversation with friends who were St. Agnes School and St. Stephen's School alumni and students.
THE DAVID ZIPOY FUND FOR EXCELLENCE IN SCIENCE
The David Zipoy Fund was established in May 2009 by John Repetti 1981 in honor of his step-father, David Zipoy, to provide salary support for science teachers or support for professional development in the sciences.
Financial Assistance Endowments
Financial Assistance Endowments provide financial assistance to students every year.
THE RICHARD P. BABYAK SCHOLARSHIP FUND
The Babyak Scholarship Fund was established in honor of Mr. Richard P. Babyak who devoted 45 years of service to the school as a mathematics teacher, coach, lower/middle School principal and alumni director.
THE GIFT OF A SAINTS EDUCATION
Established in 2023 through Saints Together: Our Campaign for Community, this fund subsidizes the education of exceptional students, meant to follow them through their career at St. Stephen’s and St. Agnes School.
THE CLAY PERFALL SCHOLARSHIP FOR SERVICE AND LEADERSHIP
Established in 2023 in recognition of Clay Perfall’s extraordinary service to the school, this scholarship reflects his commitment to excellence, integrity, and empathy. The Clay Perfall Scholarship will be awarded to a rising ninth grader at St. Stephen’s and St. Agnes School who exhibits service and leadership. A scholar will be named annually, forming the Clay Perfall Scholar for Service and Leadership cohort by year four of the program. The cohort will be an exemplar of goodness as well as knowledge for generations to come.
THE LAETITIA HADDAD 2020 AND IMAN HADDAD 2022 SCHOLARSHIP ENDOWMENT
Established in 2024 by the Haddad family, in recognition and gratitude to St. Stephen’s and St. Agnes School for the educational and athletic opportunities provided to their daughters Laetitia 2020 and Iman 2022. The purpose of this fund is to pay forward and provide financial assistance to deserving recipients, with a special focus on academic and athletic excellence.
THE HERGET FAMILY GIFT OF A SAINTS EDUCATION ENDOWMENT
Established in 2024 by the Herget family, in gratitude for the education their daughters (Evi 2007, Elise 2009, Alli 2010, and Jo 2017) received at our school. The purpose of this fund is to fully fund the education of a deserving student through their time at St. Stephen’s and St. Agnes School.
THE JAMES HUNTER BISTLINE SCHOLARSHIP FUND
The James Hunter Bistline Scholarship was established in 2007 by a gift from James A. Bistline, in memory of his son, James Hunter Bistline 1971. Income from this fund is to be used for student scholarships.
THE ROBERT BLACKINGTON SCHOLARSHIP FUND
The Robert Blackington Scholarship Fund was established by Leslie and John Ariail in memory of the Reverend Robert Blackington. Funds are to be designated for children of seminarians whenever possible.
THE KATHERINE R. BROOKS SCHOLARSHIP FUND
The Brooks Scholarship Fund was established in January 1987 in memory of Katherine Ross Brooks, Middle School mathematics teacher.
THE JAMES S. CHACE MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FUND
The James S. Chace Memorial Scholarship Fund was established in 1983 by the family of James S. Chace 1984. The fund was initiated by Chaplain and Mrs. Chace and their son John 1976.
THE CHILDREN OF SAINTS ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP FUND
The Children of Saints Endowed Scholarship Fund was established in 2006 by the St. Stephen's and St. Agnes School Alumni Association to provide assistance to children of alumni who attend the school. The term "alumni" is defined by the Alumni Association as any person who attended the school for any period of time.
THE PHYLLIS P. AND SCOTT A. CRABTREE FAMILY FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP ENDOWMENT
Established in 2021 by the Phyllis P. and Scott A. Crabtree Family Foundation, in recognition and gratitude to St. Stephen’s and St. Agnes School for the educational and athletic opportunities provided to their daughters Shana 1996 and Summer 1999. The purpose of the Crabtree Family Scholarship is to pay forward and provide financial assistance to deserving recipients, with a special focus on athletic excellence and leadership.
THE ART CULVAHOUSE 2001 ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP FUND
Established in 2014 in memory of Art Culvahouse 2001, this fund provides scholarship support for students in need who share Art’s passion for the sport of wrestling and boys lacrosse.
THE WASHINGTON FORREST FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP FUND
The Washington Forrest Foundation Scholarship Fund was established in 1992 with gifts from the Washington Forrest Foundation made between 1987 and 1992. The fund is restricted for student scholarships.
THE ED GASSON SCHOLARSHIP FUND
Established in 1985 to honor Ed Gasson, a former member of the board of Ascension Academy, the income from this fund is to be used for student scholarships.
THE DAVID DONALD GAYLE SCHOLARSHIP PRIZE IN MATHEMATICS FUND
The David Donald Gayle Prize in Mathematics Fund was established on April 17, 1972, and is awarded annually to the outstanding mathematics student in the Junior class.
THE GENERAL ENDOWMENT SCHOLARSHIP FUND
Established by St. Stephen's School, this fund is allocated for the benefit of students in need.
THE GEORGE M. GIAMMITTORIO SCHOLARSHIP FUND
Established in 1985 to honor George Giammittorio, former chairman of the board of Ascension Academy, the income from this fund is to be used for student scholarships.
THE MARGARET HALL FOUNDATION ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP FUND
This fund was established in 1981 by the Board of Governors of St. Agnes School with a grant from the Margaret Hall Foundation of Lexington, Kentucky.
THE MICHAEL HOLT AWARD
Established in 2009 and named for its first recipient, this award goes to a sculpture student who exemplifies a willingness to discover and develop his or her hidden artistic talents through keen focus, hard work and perseverance, and in doing so, demonstrates vision, leadership and humility.
THE EMMETT H. HOY, JR. SCHOLARSHIP FUND
The Emmet H. Hoy, Jr. Scholarship Fund is named for The Reverend Doctor Emmett H. Hoy, Jr., beloved headmaster of St. Stephen's School who exemplified and encouraged the qualities of sincerity, citizenship and scholarship. Hoy Scholars are chosen each year in recognition of these qualities.
THE HELENE HASKIN KRAUSE MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FUND
The Helene Haskin Krause Memorial Scholarship Fund was established in 1982 as a scholarship fund for the benefit of worthy students as selected by appropriate school administrators.
THE JAMES PATRICK LAMB SCHOLARSHIP FUND
The James Patrick Lamb Scholarship Fund was established in 1987 by his son, Joseph P. Lamb 1977, to support student scholarships.
THE JACK W. LOEB SCHOLARSHIP FUND
The Jack W. Loeb Scholarship Fund was established in 1983 in memory of Jack W. Loeb and is intended to support a student of color.
THE MIGUEL A. LONGO SCHOLARSHIP FUND
Established in 1994 in memory of Miguel A. Longo 1987, income from this fund is to be used for student scholarships.
THE HELEN ARNY MACAN SCHOLARSHIP
Named after the third headmistress of St. Agnes School, Mrs. Macan served from 1934 until 1951. She based her academic plan for St. Agnes upon sound academics and always inspired intellectual curiosity in her students. This fund is allocated for the benefit of students in need.
THE CAROL COX MACKINNON SCHOLARSHIP FUND
The Carol Cox MacKinnon Scholarship Fund was established in 1989 by the St. Agnes Alumnae Association in honor of Carol Cox MacKinnon, the first alumnae director of St. Agnes School.
THE ROBERTA C. MCBRIDE SCHOLARSHIP FUND
The Roberta C. McBride Scholarship Fund was established in 1978 in memory of Roberta C. McBride, former headmistress of St. Agnes School.
THE MOTHER'S AND DAD'S CLUB SCHOLARSHIP FUND
Established by the Mother's and Dad's Clubs of St. Stephen's School, this fund is allocated for the benefit of students in need.
THE ESTHER CARROLL MURPHY AWARD FOR CREATIVITY
The Esther Carroll Murphy Award was established in 1982 in memory of the grandmother of Ann Southard Murphy 1987 and Cornelius F. Murphy, Jr. 1987 to provide an annual award to the student whose academic achievement captures the spirit of intellectual creativity.
THE PERFALL FAMILY GIFT OF A SAINTS EDUCATION ENDOWMENT
Established in 2024 by Anne and Clay Perfall, in gratitude for the education their children (Cal 2010, Evelyn 2019, and Adrienne 2022) received at our school. The purpose of this fund is to fully fund the education of a deserving student through their time at St. Stephen’s and St. Agnes School.
THE REIN FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP FUND
The Rein Scholarship Fund was established in 1998 in honor of Mac Eason Rein, Jr. 1976 and Norma Kemper Rein-Warren 1980.
HILDEGARD ROSS MEMORIAL FUND
Established in October 1969 by the Board of Governors of St. Agnes School in memory of Hildegard Ross 1929, long-time teacher, science chair and dean of guidance at St. Agnes School and founder of the Ages of Man course (now called Ages of Humanity). This fund supports scholarships.
THE EDWARD A. AND ROSA R. RUCKNER SCHOLARSHIP FUND
This fund was established in 2017 by Rosa Ruckner Halbert 1968 to honor the memory of her parents Edward A. and Rosa R. Ruckner. This fund provides assistance for a child of a regular service active duty member of the United States military (Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force or Coast Guard) with a financial need.
THE ALBERT "SLEEPY" THOMPSON SCHOLARSHIP FUND
The Albert "Sleepy" Thompson Scholarship Fund was established in 1985 in honor of Sleepy Thompson, beloved coach and teacher at St. Stephen's and St. Agnes School for 33 years.
THE RENE L. "WICK" WENGER SCHOLARSHIP FUND
The Rene L. "Wick" Wenger Scholarship Fund was established by a group of alumni in December of 1986 to provide a scholarship for a distinguished student of language in honor of “Wick” Wenger, who taught French at St. Stephen's School for 20 years.
THE WILLIS H. WILLS SCHOLARSHIP FUND
The Willis H. Wills Scholarship Fund was established in honor of Willis Henry Wills, assistant headmaster, teacher and counselor who devoted over three decades of service to St. Stephen's School.
General Support Endowments
General Support Endowments provide unrestricted assistance to the school, allowing the school to direct funds as it deems appropriate each year.
THE HARKNESS FAMILY ENDOWED FUND
Established in 2010 during the Light the Way Campaign to support unrestricted endowment. This fund was given for the benefit of the school and its future students and faculty and staff, and in appreciation for the education of members of the Harkness family (Katie 1999, Peter 1999, Elliot 2001, Eileen 2005, and Nora 2007).
THE EMMETT H. HOY, JR. GENERAL ENDOWMENT FUND
The Emmett H. Hoy, Jr. General Endowment Fund is named for the Reverend Doctor Emmett H. Hoy, Jr., beloved headmaster of St. Stephen's School from 1955 until 1975.
THE MARYBELLE L. “BAMBY” ILIFF FUND
Established in 2012 by a bequest from Marybelle “Bambi” Iliff 1957, provides unrestricted support for the school.
SHAPING OUR FUTURE: THE FRANCES JEAN WELLS ENDOWMENT FUND
This fund, initially established in 2016 by Frances Jean Wells 1955, provides unrestricted support for the school.
THE SSSAS ENDOWED ANNUAL GIVING FUND
This fund was established with funds given to the school by Kay Dopp 1957. In addition to being a long-time teacher at and graduate of St. Agnes School, she was also a loyal annual fund donor. Each year funds benefit the current year's annual giving program.
Other Endowments
Other Endowments can provide support to a specific area of the school.
THE PATRICIA LYNN SHEPHERDSON ARWINE MEMORIAL LIBRARY FUND
The Patricia Shepherdson Arwine Memorial Library Fund was established in memory of Patricia Shepherdson Arwine 1963 to provide special needs for the school's libraries.
THE CLASS OF 2011 SENIOR PARENT FUND FOR SERVICE LEARNING
Created in 2010 during the Light the Way Campaign by the parents of the Class of 2011 to provide income to support service learning at St. Stephen's and St. Agnes School.
THE CLYDE C. LAMOND BOOK FUND
The Clyde C. The Lamond Book Fund was established in 1984 to support the School's three libraries.
THE LOWER SCHOOL ART PROGRAM ENDOWED FUND
Established in December 1989 for the purpose of assisting in endowing the Lower School Art Program.
