The Bancroft Fund

For more than 120 years, bright and curious students from across Central Massachusetts and beyond have come to Bancroft School for a transformative educational experience. Supported by dedicated faculty and staff, Bancroft students are encouraged to think boldly, explore their passions, and reach their fullest potential. Every gift—of any size—helps strengthen our community and directly impacts the lives of our students, teachers, and staff each day.

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Area of Greatest Need

Each year, gifts to the Annual Fund strengthen our entire community. Unrestricted support means every student, every…

Athletics

From middle school through upper school, Bancroft students discover the joy of teamwork, growth, and healthy…

Academic Programs

Supporting academics at Bancroft strengthens the heart of our mission—empowering students to think critically, explore…

Financial Aid

Your generosity helps open doors for bright and motivated students who might not otherwise have access to a Bancroft…

Arts

When you support the arts at Bancroft, you nurture a vibrant community of creativity and expression. Your gift empowers…

Faculty Support

At Bancroft, relationships are the foundation of every student’s experience—connections with teachers and mentors that…

Campaign ends Tuesday, June 30th, 2026, 11:44 pm EDT

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Kelley Sundberg (Current Faculty/Staff, 1st Grade)

3 months ago

All of the wonderful people in the Bancroft community! I’m lucky to have that in my work place 💙🤍

Liza Fixx

2 months ago

In honor of Jo Truesdell and Peter McKone

Cynthia Galletto (Alumni ’76)

2 months ago

In honor of Dr Edward and Dolores

lucinda sanders (Alumni ’71)

2 months ago

14 FORTUNATE + FABULOUS FOUNDATIONAL YEARS FOR WHICH I AM FOREVER FILLED WITH GRATITUDE.

John Tumolo (Alumni ’01)

3 months ago

In honor of Charlie A

Kerri & Neal Melley (Alumni ’90, Parent ’26)

3 months ago

In honor of Sarah Melley in her Senior Year

Dakin Ferris (Alumni ’78)

3 months ago

In honor of Rodney J. Ferris Jr.

Mary Halpin Carter (Trustee/Past Trustee)

3 months ago

In honor of Head of School Stephanie Luebbers

Thanks for all you do!

Scott Pottbecker (Current Faculty/Staff, 12th Grade)

3 months ago

Happy to Donate

Bruce Baird (Alumni ’04, 1st Grade)

3 months ago

In memory of Judy Sbrogna

Nichole Graham (Parent ’33, ’35, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade)

3 months ago

We love the wonderful Bancroft community!

Colleen Graham (Current Faculty/Staff)

3 months ago

Proud to be a Bulldog!

Erin Coyne (Current Faculty/Staff)

3 months ago

In honor of Supporting Mental health of students and staff ❤️

Mr. H

3 months ago

I loved my time at Bancroft, the families, my students, the WP, and all the adventures we had over 20 years. Look after the forest for me, will ya?

Lisa Leach (Parent ’19, Current Faculty/Staff)

3 months ago

In honor of Mrs. Judith Sbrogna

Khurston Ellia-Epple (Alumni ’86, Parent ’23, Trustee/Past Trustee)

3 months ago

Thank you to all the amazing faculty at Bancroft, past and present - YOU are the backbone of this school!

Jo Truesdell (Alumni ’72, Trustee/Past Trustee)

3 months ago

In honor of In honor of all the fab faculty, staff, and students at Bancroft!

Liza Marzilli (Parent ’30, ’34, Current Faculty/Staff, 8th Grade)

3 months ago

In honor of all our amazing HGP teachers, tutors and students!

Kevin Ramos-Glew (Trustee/Past Trustee)

3 months ago

Stephanie’s leadership

Paul Belanger (Current Faculty/Staff)

3 months ago

We believe in Bancroft! - Shari and Paul Belanger

Sharon Derba (Current Faculty/Staff)

3 months ago

It is a great community!

Erin Palumbo (Parent ’28, 10th Grade)

3 months ago

In honor of Abby Church and Janet Vignaly! Two of the very best!

love all the bancroft teachers

Mike Roche (Parent ’39, Current Faculty/Staff, Pre-K)

3 months ago

Great things come from hard work and determination, and supporting that work is critical

Cynthia Ironson (Current Faculty/Staff)

3 months ago

I donate in celebration of the fantastic Bancroft alumni community 💙

Louisa Gebelein Jones (Alumni ’74)

3 months ago

In memory of in memory of Amy Groves Heller, Diane T. Knutson, Barbara E. Fargo, Louise Perkins Geblein Crawford

Abby Church (Current Faculty/Staff, 6th Grade)

4 months ago

In honor of Paige Dawson

Anonymous (Parent ’32)

4 months ago

My daughter likes here. They have good work!

Amanda Lara

3 months ago

Love to see Brancroft's impact on students ❤️

Peter & Bobbie Forbes (Parent ’34)

2 months ago

Bancroft school provides an excellent environment for students to thrive. Teachers at Bancroft are caring, loving, selfless, and awesome. Our daughter loves her school, teachers, and friends and loves going to her school every day. We love being part of Bancroft family.

Anonymous (Parent ’36, ’39)

2 months ago

Proud to support the Bancroft community and our children’s learning. Wishing everyone a joyful holiday season and a strong finish to the year

Katy and Peter Sullivan (Parent ’19, ’21)

2 months ago

In honor of Emma Sullivan '19 and Pierce Sullivan '21

Jan Cummins (Alumni ’70)

3 months ago

Bancroft helped shape who I am. I’m forever grateful for my 14 (!) years there, the attentive faculty, wonderful friendships, and the learning and growth.

Matthew Fargo (Alumni ’79)

3 months ago

What a foundation -- Thanks Hopie!!

Jane Gerhardt

3 months ago

In memory of Mark O’Brien

Grammi and Papa C (Grandparents & Special Friends ’28)

3 months ago

Grandson benefiting from a wonderful school

Hamilton Parks (Current Faculty/Staff, 8th Grade)

3 months ago

In Honor of the WONDERFUL Middle School Faculty

Amy Salsman (Parent ’32, ’36, 2nd Grade, 6th Grade)

3 months ago

Such an awesome school 💕

Mary Halpin Carter (Trustee/Past Trustee)

3 months ago

In honor of Head of School Stephanie Luebbers

Taryn Surabian (Current Faculty/Staff, 12th Grade)

3 months ago

Let's go Bancroft!

Cynthia Caron (Parent ’27, 11th Grade)

3 months ago

Proud to be part of this community.

Trish Halpin (Alumni ’85)

3 months ago

In honor of Amy Groves Heller

Christopher Dow (Alumni ’96)

3 months ago

This is for all the staff, teachers, admins, and board members in the trenches doing the work!

Charles and Mary Aleksiewicz

3 months ago

Love the Bancroft Posts!

jonathan blake (Alumni ’65)

3 months ago

11 Blake's attended Bancroft spanning over 3 generations.

REBECCA MEIGS (Alumni ’74)

3 months ago

In honor of LOUISA GEBELEIN JONES

Alison Chappell (Parent ’22, ’24, Current Faculty/Staff, 4th Grade)

3 months ago

In honor of my amazing colleagues ❤️

Stephanie Luebbers (Current Faculty/Staff)

3 months ago

Honored to serve Bancroft and work with so many wonderful faculty/staff, students and families, and community members!

Padgett Berthiaume (Alumni ’97, Parent ’27, ’29, Trustee/Past Trustee, 11th Grade)

3 months ago

Thank you to Bancroft for all that it does.

Pam Sheldon (Current Faculty/Staff)

3 months ago

So grateful for my colleagues and students who inspire me every day!

Chris Sheldon (Parent ’16, ’18, Current Faculty/Staff)

3 months ago

In honor of Paige Dawson

Craig Jones (Current Faculty/Staff)

3 months ago

In memory of Rita Jones

Jody Stephenson (Current Faculty/Staff, 8th Grade)

3 months ago

In honor of Middle School Faculty

Michael Gross (Parent ’37)

4 months ago

We feel it is a privilege for our child to attend this wonderful school. We're happy to contribute and support in any way we can.