Annual Fund

Every student’s journey at SMUS is shaped by experiences that go far beyond the classroom. From the spark of creativity in the arts, to the teamwork built on the field, to the confidence found through leadership and service, these opportunities are made possible through the generosity of our community. When you give, you do more than provide support — you Empower the Next generation of learners, leaders, and changemakers to discover who they are and what they can achieve.

Your gift directly impacts students across all areas of school life, sparking moments of growth, discovery, and inspiration that prepare them for a lifetime of purpose. You’re investing in a community that values innovation in learning and opens doors for those who might not otherwise have access. Every contribution strengthens the fabric of our school today while laying the foundation for the leaders of tomorrow.

Priorities

Senior School Students learning Robotics

Empower the next Engineer

Support enriched learning, inspired teaching, and future-ready tools that help students explore, question, and grow.

Junior School students performing Frozen the Musical

Empower the next Artist

Nurture imagination, expression, and confidence by giving students the chance to create something unforgettable.

Middle school students building a mud wall

Empower the next Innovator

Gifts here allow SMUS to respond quickly to challenges and opportunities, supporting innovation, equity, and student success across campus.

Senior school athletes celebrate soccer win

Empower the next Olympian

Strengthen programs, coaching, and equipment, helping student-athletes build resilience, teamwork, and a lifelong love of play.

Boarding students participating in House Olympics

Empower the next Leader

Give inclusive experiences that nurture community, character, and connection in every student.

Empower the next Trailblazer

Gifts open doors to a SMUS education, ensuring access is based on talent and character, not financial barriers. Choose to provide immediate aid for today’s students or build an endowment that supports future generations.

The Alumni Endowment Fund (General Endowment)
The Anthony V. Appleyard Fund
The Bateman Family Fund
The Beeston Family Fund
The Alfred Joseph Boyce Fund
The Russ Challoner Fund
The Chmiel Fund
The Clare Copeland Fund
The Considine Fund
The Leonard Cropper Fund
The Christine Duke '86 Fund
The Forbes Family Fund
The Gardiner Scholarship Fund
The Brian Graves Fund
The Liam Hassett Fund
The Paul and Carol Hill Family Fund
The Hudson Fund
The Hyde-Lay/Ibell Fund
The Nelson Arthur Hyland Fund
The Indigenous Scholarship Fund
The Jessiman Fund
The McCue Gill Fund for Women of the Future
The Andrew Middleton '95 Fund
The Murphy Family Fund
The Nativity Fund
The Parents' Auxiliary Fund
The Pollen-Jawl Fund
The Quail Rock Fund
The Quainton/Oates Fund
The William E. Redpath Fund
The Rigos Fund
The Robertson Fund
The John Schaffter Fund

The Stephanie Shergold ‘03 Fund
The Colin Skinner Fund
The JJ Timmis Fund
The Michael Van Lijf '85 Fund
The Michael A. Walsh Fund
The Reg Wenman Fund
The Douglas J. Williams Fund
The Robert W. Wilson Fund
The Class of 1970 Fund
The Class of 1985 Fund
The Class of 1987 Fund
The Class of 1988 Fund
The Class of 1993 – Hann Fund
The Class of 1997 Fund
The Class of 1998 Fund
The Class of 1999 Fund
The Class of 2000 Fund
The Class of 2001 Fund
The Class of 2002 Fund
The Class of 2004 Fund
The Class of 2005 Fund
The Class of 2006 Fund
The Class of 2007 Fund
The Class of 2008 Fund
The Class of 2009 Fund
The Class of 2010 Fund
The Class of 2011 Fund
The Class of 2012 Fund
The Class of 2013 Fund
The Class of 2014 Fund
The Class of 2015 Fund
The Class of 2016 Fund
The Class of 2017 Fund
The Class of 2018 Fund
The Class of 2019 Fund

"I see every day how gifts to SMUS empower the next generation of learners, making it possible for students to explore their passions, take bold risks, and become confident in who they are. That’s why I choose to give—and why I invite you to give in a way that’s meaningful to you." — Janine Cowie, Senior Advancement Associate