The Fund for Tatnall

Gifts to The Fund for Tatnall support all areas of school life - Academic, Arts, and Athletic programs, student activities, campus enhancements, faculty and staff recruitment and enrichment, community and cultural programming, tuition assistance, and much more.

Many elements of the Tatnall experience are enhanced by Annual Giving, including:

  • Our robust and rigorous Academic Program
  • Best-in-Class Art, Music, and Theater programs
  • Our treasured Athletic programs and facilities
  • Joyful and memorable student experiences
  • Environmental and Outdoor learning on our 110-acre campus
  • Professional Development for our beloved Faculty and Staff
  • Financial Aid and Tuition Assistance
  • Leadership and Community initiatives
  • A thoughtful and dynamic Technology and Innovation program

The support of our Tatnall community means everything to us, and provides vital opportunities both inside and outside the classroom. Gifts of every size make a difference, and strong participation from Alumni and Parents are the watermarks of an outstanding independent school.

We hope you will consider maximizing your generosity by increasing your pledge, setting up recurring payments, pursuing a Company Match through your employer, or considering a legacy gift through the Red Oak Legacy Society. Our Annual Giving team would love to speak with you about these unique opportunities to support Tatnall.


Founder's Society

Tatnall’s dedicated donors leave a lasting legacy through their continued support of our school. Our goal is to build a culture of philanthropy that celebrates every gift, regardless of size. Every Tatnall student benefits from your gifts. We are grateful for your continued support.

When you become a member of the Founder’s Society, you join parents, alumni, parents of alumni, faculty and staff, and friends who support Tatnall’s efforts to make a direct impact on students and help champion Tatnall’s rich tradition. Membership and participation in the society demonstrate an advanced level of commitment to The Tatnall School.

To join the Founder’s Society, please consider making a gift of $1,930 or more in honor of our founder, Frances D.S. Tatnall.

Giving Clubs

The Founder's Society ($1,930 and above)

Frances D.S. Tatnall Society$25,000 +
Laird Legacy$15,000 +
Hebb Alliance$10,000 +
Sedgely Circle$5,000 +
The 1930 Club$1,930 +

Black and Gold Assembly ($1 - $1,929)

Myers Association$1,000 +
Beekley Foundation$500 +
Barley Mill Club$250 +
Swords and Shields Circle$100 +
Friends of Tatnall$99 and below

All donors receive a personal letter of thanks and documentation for tax purposes. All are also listed in the Annual Giving Report, printed each fall.

The Tatnall School Fiscal Year runs from July 1 to June 30. All gifts must be received by June 30, 2023, to be counted toward a giving club.

Tatnall is unique. The school brings an individualized approach to learning you can't find anyplace else. I give to the annual fund to help others have the same experience I did.

Doug Ross, Class of 1980


Development Office

Director of Advancement

Patrick W. Manahan, MBA, M.S.Ed.

(302) 892-4333
[email protected]

Director of Giving and Outreach

Emily Austin-Bruns

(302) 892-4386
[email protected]

Associate Director of Giving and Outreach

Rosemary Kingery Leader '09

(302) 892-4335
[email protected]

Administrative Assistant/Database Manager

Latrice Robbins

(302) 892-4307
[email protected]