The Deerfield Difference

A school gains its character from all the people who once came to study and play and live there, and from the traditions which have grown from its past and become part of its present. But no educational institution can afford to live in the past or simply in the present.

-- Frank L. Boyden

Gifts of time, talent and resources from scores of volunteers are what set Deerfield apart. The success of the Annual Fund is directly attributable to the over 600 alumni and parent volunteers who keep their peers in touch with the Deerfield community. Personal relationships make the difference at Deerfield…you are our greatest advocate!

Learn more about volunteering or make your gift today.

“Why does Deerfield need my support every year?”

In a labor intensive industry such as education, where student-to-teacher ratios are a competitive advantage, there are significant costs associated with having the best people working at Deerfield. People are Deerfield’s greatest asset – and its greatest expense. Salaries and benefits for faculty and staff make up approximately 55% of Deerfield’s budget.

Simply put, quality is expensive. Deerfield strives to offer its students programs, experiences and a curriculum that is unparalleled – and doing that costs money. We look to our alumni, parents and friends to help offset the costs associated with the high-quality education that Deerfield provides. Competitive faculty salaries, exceptional arts and athletics resources and a substantial financial aid program are made possible thanks to your support year after year.

For more information, contact John G. Knight ’83, Director of Annual Giving.





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