An Evening of Storytelling and Song with Steven Curtis Chapman

Benefiting Franklin Classical School

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What is the dress attire for this event?

The event is not formal black‑tie, but a polished, elevated look is perfect.

What will the menu be for the evening? And what do you mean served 'family-style'?

Southall Farm & Inn is known for its Michelin‑caliber culinary program, where the chefs craft each dish from ingredients grown and raised right on the farm. Dinner will be served in an elevated family‑style presentation, allowing every guest at the table to enjoy each thoughtfully prepared dish. Rather than choosing just one entrée, guests are invited to share beautifully plated courses—an abundant, communal experience that showcases the full expression of Southall’s award‑winning cuisine.

What is the schedule for the evening?

Guests are welcome to arrive as early as 5:00 p.m. to begin enjoying the beautiful grounds. Dinner will be served at 6:00 p.m., followed by a special performance from Steven Curtis Chapman at 7:30 p.m. The evening will conclude at 8:30 p.m.

Will this be an adults‑only evening, or are children welcome to attend as well?

This will be a lovely adults‑only evening, and we’re so excited to share it with you.

Can you accommodate my dietary needs?

Chef has asked that all dietary needs be provided prior to the event, so we have included a section of the registration to collect those details. If you did not indicate dietary needs in the registration process but wish to do so now, email Amanda Priefer @ [email protected].

I would like to register as a Table Sponsor but am still finalizing the guest list of who will be joining me. Can I still register?

It is completely fine if you are still finalizing your guest list. Simply continue with the registration process as prompted, and email Amanda as soon as those names, contact information, and any dietary restrictions are confirmed. Providing this information ensures your guests can be admitted onto the property—individual names must be given to the attendant at the front gate.

Does this online process allow for payment by check?

All registrations - whether paid by check or through credit card - go through this webpage for processing. If you prefer to pay by check or Donor Advised Funds, you will still complete your registration here and simply select “Pledge” at the payment step; instructions will be provided. When mailing a check, please include “Table Sponsor- SCC Event” or “Scholars Bundle - SCC Event” in the memo line. If you notify our Director of Development, Amanda Priefer, that your payment is on the way, she will be glad to watch for it. Her email is [email protected].

Tell me more about Franklin Classical and Where Proceeds Go

Proceeds from this event directly support tuition assistance for students with financial need at Franklin Classical School (FCS). FCS is set apart by its commitment to cultivating a deep love for the transcendentals of Beauty, Goodness, and Truth, shaping students not only academically but spiritually and morally. Rooted in a time‑tested classical Christian tradition, our school forms thoughtful, virtuous young men and women who are prepared to pursue wisdom and live lives of faithful purpose.

We are thrilled to be at our new campus at 1021 Windcross Court in Franklin, now serving more than 260 students—and growing. Franklin Classical School was founded in 1993 to restore an academically rich model of learning grounded in Christian faith and the pursuit of truth. Our classical approach emphasizes deep thinking, eloquent communication, virtue formation, and a lifelong love of learning that equips students to lead with wisdom and character.

Your support helps ensure that more children have access to this distinctive, Christ‑centered education and allows FCS to continue growing and serving families for generations to come. To learn more about our mission and philosophy, visit our “Who We Are” page: https://franklinclassical.com/educational-philosophy/

Questions or Comments?

For questions or comments, please reach out to the event organizer and Director of Development at FCS, Amanda Priefer - [email protected]

Details

Date and time

Thursday, May 14th, 2026

6:00 pm – 8:30 pm CDT

Location

Southall Farm and Inn

2200 Osage Loop

Once guest drive into the property they will encounter a greeter’s cabin with an attendant. They will provide their name, and the greeter attendant will direct them to the Event Center, where the Goldrush Ballroom is located.

Franklin, TN 37064

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Registration options

The Scholars Bundle (Seating For Two)

$3,000

The Scholars Bundle (seating for two adults) will be placed at shared tables that seat a total of ten guests. The Scholars Bundle (seating for two) is intentionally designed because every pair of seats funds the average $3,000 scholarship awarded at Franklin Classical School. Each Scholars Bundle directly makes one of these awards possible.

Our staff will thoughtfully select the student recipients of all scholarships, and both the donor and the student will remain anonymous. As part of this meaningful opportunity, each Scholars Bundle duo will have the privilege of naming their scholarship—for example, The C.S. Lewis Scholarship for Truth—and writing a brief prayer or word of encouragement. Our team will ensure that the student receives this blessing as they enter the 2026–2027 academic year.

Please note that Scholars Bundles are seated together as a pair at shared tables. While we will ensure the two of you are placed side‑by‑side, all other seating preferences cannot be guaranteed. The meal will be served family style, with beautifully plated dishes set out for the table—fostering a warm, communal setting where guests can savor each course and build new connections.

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Premium Table Sponsor (Seating for Ten)

$30,000

A Premium Table (seating for 10) offers an elevated experience for adult guests who want to enjoy the very best of the evening while making a meaningful impact. There is purpose behind every chair: the $30,000 represented here reflects ten students receiving the average scholarship at Franklin Classical School. As part of this meaningful opportunity, Premium Table sponsors will also have the privilege of naming ten individual scholarships (example, “The CS Lewis Scholarship for Courage” or “in memory of…”) and anonymously offering a prayer or words of encouragement for each student recipient for the 26/27 academic year. In this way, every seat at this distinguished table symbolizes a child whose access to a Christ‑centered education is being made possible. As a Premium Table sponsor, your table will receive exceptional placement near the stage, along with the option of Title Sponsor recognition through our event marketing and Franklin Classical School’s social media platforms—should you wish to be acknowledged in that way. From this beautifully positioned setting, you and your guests will enjoy the best view of an intimate performance by Steven Curtis Chapman—the most awarded artist in Christian music history, with decades of celebrated songwriting and ministry influence. The meal will be enjoyed family style, with beautifully plated dishes for the table to share.

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Table Sponsor (Seating for Ten)

$20,000

Becoming a Table Sponsor offers a meaningful opportunity to support Franklin Classical School while hosting the ten adult guests of your choosing for an unforgettable evening. Your table for ten will be beautifully reserved exclusively for your group and placed just behind the front row of tables near the stage—an ideal vantage point for experiencing an intimate performance by celebrated Christian artist Steven Curtis Chapman. Your $20,000 sponsorship represents a little more than six full scholarships and together, your table has the privilege of naming these scholarships and offering a prayer or blessing over the students who will receive them for the 2026–2027 academic year. Your generosity directly strengthens the mission of Franklin Classical School and impacts the lives of its students. The meal will be enjoyed family style, with beautifully plated dishes for the table to share.

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