SUPPORTING THE GOVERNOR'S EXPERIENCE FOR GENERATIONS OF STUDENTS 


For over 261 years, bright, bold students from all over the world have come to Byfield for a life-changing educational experience. Surrounded by dedicated faculty and staff, Govs students strive for excellence, discover new passions, and go further than they ever thought possible. Gifts, of any size, to The Governor’s Academy make an impact on the lives of our students, faculty, and staff every day.

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With True Courage: The Campaign for Governor's


The With True Courage name was inspired by the Dummer family motto: “With true courage, nothing is impossible.” More than 5,200 members of our community–from around the world–thoughtfully and energetically supported the $100+ million campaign.

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The Governor's Fund

The Governor’s Fund directly supports nearly every aspect of the transformative experience that makes the Academy so remarkable: Gifts to The Governor’s Fund reach all corners of our campus and support our student community.

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Meet the Team

Leslie Dickey

Director of Advancement

Carly Elliott

Major Gift Officer

Katherine Cornetta

Administrative Coordinator, Leadership Giving

Eliza Dorsey

Associate Director of Annual Giving

Samantha Howson

Director of Alumni and Family Engagement

Dionne Kelly

Administrative Coordinator, Annual Giving and Engagement

Jennifer Kyte

Director of Donor Relations
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