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Taft is a school built on excellence. For more than 125 years, our graduates have applied the lessons they learned at Taft to effecting change in their communities and around the world. Our challenge now, as it has always been, is to sustain excellence for the coming generations—to continue to grow our academic and extracurricular programs to meet the ever-changing demands of an ever-changing and increasingly global community; to hire talented faculty members, who are not only experts in their fields, but exceptional teachers and role models, and who bring unparalleled passion and dedication to all that they do; to preserve and enhance our historic campus, surely one of the most beautiful in the nation; and to ensure, always, that the best and the brightest students from across the globe and from all walks of life can enroll here, enriching the lives of all Taft students.

Taft has been built, brick by brick, student by student, through the collective generosity of generations. Our strong tradition of giving—of gifts from alumni, parents, faculty, and friends—allows us to continue our long tradition of excellence. Every gift of every size supports the important work we do today, while strengthening our legacy for tomorrow.

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Alumni

Keep in touch with fellow alumni, catch up on reunion gatherings, and stay on top of all things Taft.

Taft Fund

The extraordinary generosity of our alumni has made us who we are, and will define what we become.

Investing in Taft

In addition to the need for a robust annual fund, Taft also relies on gifts for ongoing projects, including financial aid, support of faculty, and improvements to facilities.

Planned Giving

With thoughtful planning, you can create win-win solutions for you and for Taft.

Alumni Events

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Location is being finalized and will be shared with the registrants soon.

An evening for Taft Families and Alumni, with Kathleen Cleary, Chief Advancement Officer, and Lawrence Crimmins, Senior Advisor, Philanthropy and Partnerships. 
Hosted by Michael Chiang 'P'97,'01,'29 and Foster Chiang '01 at the Chiang's residence. The address will be shared upon complete registration.  
 

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More Info about Taft's March 2026 Visit to Taipei
Virtual Event

Join Taft Talks moderator Amy Julia Becker '94 as she talks with Dr. Rachel Jacobs, Taft’s Director of Counseling, Dr. Jonas Katkavich, School Counselor, and Thomas Allen, Dean of Community, Justice, and Belonging, about the health and wellness of boys at Taft. What do we know about the challenges they are facing? How can we best support them as parents and educators?

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More Info about Taft Talks: Parenting Boys
The Taft School

Grandparents and grand-friends are invited to join us at Taft on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, to spend the day attending classes, arts performances, athletic competitions, and more with their Taft student.

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More Info about Grands' Day
Virtual Event

Please join us for a virtual conversation with Amy Julia Becker '94 and Jennifer Wallace.

Acclaimed journalist, author, and speaker Jennifer Wallace will join us to talk about research from her latest book, Mattering. In her earlier book, Never Enough, Wallace reported that students in high-achieving environments are at high risk for anxiety, depression, and substance abuse. She also showed that knowing we matter can protect against these risks. Now, in Mattering, Jennifer offers key insight into how much we each need to know that we “are valued by others and add value to the world.” For this year’s speaker series, we are considering what it means to be human. Jennifer’s work helps us value our own humanity and affirm the value of one another.

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More Info about Taft Talks: Mattering with Jennifer Wallace

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