Grandparents bring a powerful sense of legacy to our school community, drawing on their own experiences of how education shaped their lives and using that wisdom to invest in the future. Their support is more than generosity, but a commitment to ensuring their grandchildren benefit from exceptional teaching, dynamic programs, and a nurturing environment. With a perspective that bridges past, present, and future, grandparents play an essential role in helping our school thrive for generations to come.

For Nora Malone, PhD, GP’29 ’31 ’32 ’37, who spent her career in independent education, supporting Viewpoint means watching her four grandchildren flourish simultaneously across every division of the school. “I've had the joy of watching each of them grow in ways that are both academically impressive and personally meaningful,” she said. “What strikes me most is how each child is truly known and valued for who they are.”

The resources available, she noted, have been transformative. “The opportunities they've been given—across academics, the arts, and athletics—are extraordinary and have enabled each of them to explore individual talents and interests,” she explained. “As different as my grandchildren are, all four of them are thriving—and, for me, there is nothing more important!”

Dr. Malone’s professional background gives her a unique perspective on the financial realities of independent schools. “Tuition alone doesn't cover the full cost of the rich experiences Viewpoint provides,” she said. "Supporting the school ensures that these opportunities remain strong and continue to grow for every student who walks through its doors.”

Molly Munger GP’31 ’34 describes her giving as rooted in gratitude, particularly for how the school has supported her grandchildren through significant transitions. “First and foremost, I am grateful for the way the school has nurtured the talents and interests of our grandson, Jack, who has grown so much since he arrived two years ago as a fifth grader, and our granddaughter, Covey, who arrived mid-second grade after the Palisades Fire and has quickly re-connected with her joy and bounce at Viewpoint,” she said.

Viewpoint has become more than an educational institution for Ms. Munger’s family. “The school offers a wonderful mix of academic rigor and thoughtful values, drawing additional strength from its pervasive warmth and genuine commitment to community. It is truly a very special place,” she reflected.

Her trust in the school extends to how their contributions are used. “We don't know where the school can best use our help, but we totally trust them to use it wisely to continue to make excellence happen,” she said. “That's always a great feeling to have, and it's a special blessing to be able to have it about Jack and Covey's school.”

For Richard and Cheryl Garrison GP’24 ’27, the school's “world ready” promise has manifested in concrete ways through their grandchildren's achievements. “As our granddaughter, Sierra, is a junior at Viewpoint and our grandson, Carter, is in his sophomore year at Northeastern University, we can see so clearly what 'world ready' means,” they said.

Richard elaborated on the lasting impact of a Viewpoint education. “Carter's middle school and high school years at Viewpoint have enabled him to launch into a semester-abroad experience as he began university and thrived. Sierra excels academically at Viewpoint and is very excited and focused on her future plans,” he said. “They have friendships from Viewpoint that will be lasting, and confidence and academic preparation to allow them to follow their dreams. As grandparents, what could make us happier?”

Together, these voices reflect the heart of multigenerational giving at Viewpoint. Grandparents see not only who their grandchildren are today, but who they are becoming. Their belief in the school and their willingness to invest in its mission helps ensure that every child benefits from exceptional teachers, innovative programs, and a community rooted in warmth and purpose.

In the end, perhaps the greatest gift grandparents offer their grandchildren isn't financial at all. It's the knowledge that someone believes deeply in their future and is helping to build it with love, hope, and an unwavering commitment to their flourishing.