
Welcome from the Chief Development Officer
Welcome from the Chief Development Officer

THE BENJAMIN SCHOOL DEVELOPMENT TEAM
From left to right, back row: Michael Maiselson, Ashley Simmons ‘05, Juan Carlos Fanjul ‘93, and Lindsey Warren Front row: Kristin Maltese, Sydney DeVogt, and Sammy Atkinson
Dear Benjamin Community,
Welcome to IMPACT 2025!
This year, parent participation in the Annual Fund reached 83% – our highest in years and way above the national average – with WOW families at 100%. Thanks to your support, BASH raised more than $730,000 for Innovative Programs in every division. As you scroll down this microsite, you will read how that money is transforming all three of our divisions.
We are excited to use this issue of Impact to introduce Boundless: The Capital Campaign for The Benjamin School. Construction is already underway on both campuses, with new facilities designed to elevate the student experience. Because tuition dollars and annual giving support the school’s yearly operating budget, Boundless is our focused fundraising initiative to fund these transformational projects and build long-term endowment growth.
As we move forward, the continued generosity of our community— especially through leadership gifts — will help ensure the seamless completion of every project envisioned in this campaign. We invite you to explore this section and see how your support will help build the future of our School.
To everyone who gave time, talent, or treasure — thank you. Benjamin thrives because of you.
Gratefully,
Juan Carlos Fanjul ’93
Chief Development Officer

A NEW ERA OF BOUNDLESS OPPORTUNITIES
A NEW ERA OF BOUNDLESS OPPORTUNITIES
Boundless: The Campaign For The Benjamin School
is a unique opportunity for your family to help propel our school to the next level, where the opportunities for growth, education, and future success are truly without limits. By donating, you are not just investing in Benjamin; you are contributing to the limitless potential of every student who walks through our doors including your own children.
Let’s explore the exciting plans for our campuses.
The IMPACT
You Make At TBS
The IMPACT
You Make At TBS
Philanthropy at The Benjamin School comes from a wide and generous network of supporters whose collective impact fuels our mission every day. The charts below illustrate both who gave and where they directed their support. The first chart outlines giving by constituent groups. While individuals may belong to more than one group (for example, a parent may also be an alumna), each donor is counted only once in their primary category. The second chart shows the areas of the school that benefited from this generosity. Together, these visualizations tell the story of a community united by a shared commitment to excellence in education.
Please note that the figures presented are unaudited and subject to final review.
TOTAL DONATIONS
$8,653,544
TOTAL DONATIONS
$8,653,544
THE ANNUAL FUND
Supporting Our Students And Teachers Today, Tomorrow, And Every Day
THE ANNUAL FUND
Supporting Our Students And Teachers Today, Tomorrow, And Every Day
2024 – 2025
Annual Fund
2024 – 2025
Annual Fund
The numbers below highlight the collective impact of our community’s generosity. Each gift – regardless of size – strengthens our school and reinforces our shared commitment to excellence in education. When we all join together to give, we not only provide essential resources for our students and teachers, but also demonstrate a unified belief in the value of a Benjamin education. High participation sends a powerful message: we are invested in our children’s future and in the continued success of our school.
$2.3M
Raised
Annual Fund Dollars at Work
8:1
Student-faculty
ratio
11
Art
Exhibits
31
Performances
59
Athletic
Teams
168
Unique College & University Acceptances
168
Unique College & University Acceptances
96%
Faculty
Retention
60
Acres
8,500 hours of professional development
BASH
Building A Scholastic Heritage
BASH
Building A Scholastic Heritage
40th Anniversary BASH Gala:
A Night That Was Truly Out Of This World
40th Anniversary BASH Gala: A Night That Was Truly Out Of This World
The 40th Anniversary BASH Gala was nothing short of spectacular! Guests were greeted by space-themed hosts, enjoyed Lunar Lychee Margaritas, and explored over 500 auction items before entering a ballroom transformed into another world. The night featured exciting live and silent auctions, a heartfelt Call From the Heart, and unforgettable entertainment that kept the celebration glowing late into the evening.
We are grateful to our co-chairs Kaitlyn and David Axelrod and Cynthia and Justin Roemer ’02, as well as honorary chairs Susy Benjamin ’87 and Greg Fagan, for their leadership and support. Special thanks to our sponsors, donors, advertisers, and volunteers who made BASH 2025 possible — your generosity ensures The Benjamin School continues to reach for the stars.
Call From The Heart
The Impact of Your Donations
Call From The Heart
The Impact of Your Donations
We are truly grateful for the 91 donors to this year’s Call From The Heart with a focus on raising funds for Innovative Programs in each division.
DONOR ROLLS
We Are Grateful For Our Generous Community
DONOR ROLLS
We Are Grateful For Our Generous Community
The Benjamin Founders’ Society
The Benjamin Founders’ Society
The Benjamin Founders’ Society ($500,000 or more cumulatively) honors donors who have provided extraordinary support to the School through a lifetime of giving. Membership in the Society is the highest honor bestowed by Benjamin to those who share the goal of providing excellence in education.
Listing includes all gifts (cash in) received to date to Annual Fund, Capital Campaign, BASH, and Endowment.
+ New to Founders Society I *Deceased
Special Initiatives
Special Initiatives
The Benjamin School periodically raises funds for special initiatives as determined by the school’s strategic plan for the benefit of current and future generations of students. These major gifts of $100,000 or more are for projects that include upcoming capital improvements and endowment initiatives.
Listing includes pledges and pledge payments of $100,000 or more made to campaign and/or endowment starting July 1, 2022, through June 30, 2025.
The Benjamin Leadership Society
The Benjamin Leadership Society
The Leadership Society ($5,000 or more annually) recognizes those benefactors who have been especially generous to The Benjamin School. Donor listings include the sum total of an individual’s gifts, pledges and pledge payments to the Annual Fund, Capital Campaign, BASH Sponsorship or Call from the Heart, and Endowment in a given fiscal year.
Listing includes pledges, pledge payments and one-time gifts donated July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025. Listing also includes payments made this year on multi-year pledges.
The 2025-2026 Annual Fund
The 2025-2026 Annual Fund
Gifts to the Annual Fund support the current year operating budget of The Benjamin School, providing critical funds for student programs, faculty salaries, facilities maintenance/improvements and more.
Listing includes pledges, pledge payments, and gifts donated July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025. Listing also includes payments made on multi-year pledges.
2025 BASH Sponsors
2025 BASH Sponsors
BASH Sponsorship and Underwriting gifts support the current year’s operating budget of The Benjamin School. BASH is the school’s largest fundraising event and, like the Annual Fund, BASH proceeds provide critical funds for student programs, faculty salaries, facilities maintenance/improvements, and more.
Listing includes gifts donated July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025.
2025 BASH Call From The Heart Donors
2025 BASH Call From The Heart Donors
This year’s Call From the Heart was dedicated to advancing innovative programs that will benefit every student at The Benjamin School. From enhanced play spaces in the Lower School, to a cutting-edge drone program in the Middle School, to a state-of-the-art Anatomage Table for the Upper School, these initiatives are designed to spark curiosity, deepen learning, and elevate the student experience across all divisions. We are deeply grateful to the generous donors who answered the call and made these transformative projects possible.
Listing includes one-time gifts and pledge payments from July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025.
2025 Gifts-In-Kind
2025 Gifts-In-Kind
The following is a list of all auction and swag bag donors for BASH 2025.
2024-2025 Alumni Giving
2024-2025 Alumni Giving
We often say, “once a Buccaneer, always a Buccaneer.” Alumni and Parents of Alumni remain exceptional supporters of TBS, whether they have returned with their own children or grandchildren, live locally, or stay connected from afar. Alumni and Parents of Alumni donated $654,266 to The Benjamin School in the previous fiscal year. Thank you! The following donor list includes cumulative gifts and pledge payments to the Capital Campaign, Annual Fund, Endowment, Golf Sponsorship, BASH Sponsorship or BASH Call From The Heart.
The listing includes one-time gifts and pledge payments made from July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2025. It also includes payments made this year on multi-year pledges.

SAVE THE DATE
March 7, 2026 · 6:30 PM
PGA National Resort & Spa
CO-CHAIRS
Cynthia & Justin Roemer ‘02
Leigh & Josh Arwood ‘95
To secure event tickets early, consider a sponsorship opportunity. Tickets are expected to sell out quickly (last year’s gala sold out in minutes).
For sponsorship, advertising, or auction information, please contact Kristin Maltese, Director of Special Events at 561-472-3486 or kristin.maltese@thebenjaminschool.org
Starting in November, auction items can be previewed at: bidpal.net/bash26
SAVE THE DATE
March 7, 2026
6:30 PM
PGA National Resort & Spa
CO-CHAIRS
Cynthia & Justin Roemer ‘02
Leigh & Josh Arwood ‘95
To secure event tickets early, consider a sponsorship opportunity. Tickets are expected to sell out quickly (last year’s gala sold out in minutes).
For sponsorship, advertising, or auction information, please contact Kristin Maltese, Director of Special Events at 561-472-3486 or via email
Starting in November, auction items can be previewed at: bidpal.net/bash2026
THANK YOU FOR MAKING AN
IMPACT
At Benjamin!
THANK YOU FOR MAKING AN
IMPACT











