Ways to Give

There are a number of methods for supporting Heathwood to fit any financial plan. 

  • Credit Card Gift
  • Recurring Gift
  • Make a Pledge
  • Gift of Securities
  • Matching Gifts
  • Honor or Memorial Gifts
  • Special Event Sponsorships
  • Alumni Memorial Garden
  • Planned Giving

Please visit the Give Now page for more information on each of these methods or contact Lara Winburn, Director of Development and Advancement, at lwinburn@heathwood.org or 803-231-7755.

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The Development and Advancement Team

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Read more about Lara Winburn

Lara Winburn

Director of Development and Advancement

lwinburn@heathwood.org

Lara Winburn

Director of Development and Advancement

lwinburn@heathwood.org

Lara has spent over a decade in the non-profit sector in both development and communication roles. Most recently, Lara was the Chief Development Officer for Girl Scouts of South Carolina-Mountains to Midlands. Lara has learned the equal importance of donor acquisition, comprehensive stewardship and thoughtful cultivation. Her experiences and skills have allowed her to connect with stakeholders and nurture connections for successful development work. 

Lara is from the Upstate and graduated from Clemson University with a degree in Early Childhood Education. In her spare time loves to read and travel, but most of all she enjoys spending time with her husband, Scott and their children. She has two daughters Mayzie ('29) and Kit ('35) and a son Gus ('31), who are enrolled at Heathwood Hall.

Read more about Erin Pope

Erin Pope

Director of Annual Giving

epope@heathwood.org

Erin Pope

Director of Annual Giving

epope@heathwood.org

Erin Pope joined Heathwood Hall as Director of Annual Giving in January 2013. Prior to Heathwood, Erin worked as the Manager of Annual Giving for Lexington Medical Center Foundation. She graduated from Clemson University with a BS in Marketing. Erin is passionate about educating the Heathwood community about the importance of good stewardship and the impact it has on our school. She and her husband, Will, have three daughters: Bonnie ’27, Everett ’28 and Sims ’33, all Heathwood Highlanders.

Read more about Julie Benoit

Julie Benoit

Parent Engagement Coordinator

jbenoit@heathwood.org

Julie Benoit

Parent Engagement Coordinator

jbenoit@heathwood.org

Julie Benoit joined Heathwood Hall as the Parent Engagement Coordinator in June 2021.  Prior to stepping into that role, she worked as the part time Alumni Relations Coordinator beginning in March 2017.  She holds a BA in psychology from Hollins University, an M.Ed in Counselor Education from the University of Virginia, and is currently a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Nationally Certified Counselor.

Julie has been an active member of the Heathwood Hall community since moving to Columbia when her daughter entered the threes program.  She has volunteered in many capacities at Heathwood, from helping with events in the college counseling office to serving as HPA Lower School Chair and HPA Executive Board Chair.  Prior to joining Heathwood, Julie spent many years in the nonprofit world, specifically working in the foster care system.  She has two children who attend Heathwood, Annie '24 and Cole '27.

Read more about Beth McMahan

Beth McMahan

Development Services Coordinator

bmcmahan@heathwood.org

Beth McMahan

Development Services Coordinator

bmcmahan@heathwood.org

Beth joined Heathwood Hall in August 2019. As the Development Services Coordinator, she supports the Development Team by maintaining alumni and donor records, tracking all gifts and pledges, assisting with the Annual Fund, managing event registrations and mailing lists, and supporting the many school and alumni events throughout the year. She graduated from Presbyterian College with a BS in Business Administration with an emphasis in Accounting. Prior to Heathwood, Beth worked in banking for 19 years, primarily in the areas of credit risk and credit administration. She enjoys spending quality time on the beach or at the lake with her husband Ronnie, their son Gavin '32, and their springer spaniel, Zara. 

Annual Development Events

Pledge Plaid

An annual celebration of giving and pledging to the Annual Fund. This two-day event consists of division competitions among current parents, and on-campus activities that promote a spirit of giving.

During Pledge Plaid, we invite our families to reflect on how you will make an impact at Heathwood this year. Unrestricted gifts to The Heathwood Annual Fund support the areas of greatest need within each division. These gifts support the programs - PEAK, Fine Arts, and others - that set us apart from other independent schools. Endowment, capital, and other restricted gifts support specific needs, typically in areas of particular interest to you. While there are many ways to contribute, above all, we ask for your participation. 

The 1951 Society Reception

An annual evening reception to thank and celebrate Heathwood’s generous donors of $1951 or more. We are grateful each year for the leadership gifts received to create opportunities for our students.

Annual Auction

A significant fundraiser for Heathwood Hall since 1985, the Annual Auction has raised several million dollars in support of academic programs and facility enhancements.

 

Endowment and Capital Giving

Endowment and capital gifts honor Heathwood Hall’s historic legacy in the Midlands while helping ensure the school has the critical resources to ensure its inspirational work in the lives of children.

If you would enjoy learning more about the capital and endowment projects underway at Heathwood Hall, please contact Lara Winburn at 803-231-7755 or lwinburn@heathwood.org

Thank you for your continued investment in Heathwood Hall’s present and future. 

The Foundation for Heathwood Hall Episcopal School

Established in 1990, the Foundation was created to provide endowment support to Heathwood Hall Episcopal School. 

The Board of Directors: 

  • Wade Mullins
  • Leighton Lord
  • Mary Belser
  • Julie Hicks
  • Margaret Willcox
  • Rox Pollard
  • David Sojourner
  • Chris Hinchey, Ex-Officio
  • Freeman Belser, Ex-Officio

Make a Gift or Pledge

Learn how you can support Heathwood. Make a gift or pledge today.