The Sewell Society The Sewell Society provides the school with an opportunity to express our gratitude for the loyalty and commitment of our key supporters and the essential role they play in the ongoing development of Christ’s College.
Henry Sewell was one of the most important figures in the history of Christ’s College. He arrived in Christchurch in February 1853 to wind up the affairs of the Canterbury Association. He ensured Christ’s College was established and financially viable, and it was due to his tireless efforts that the school’s initial land and endowment income was secured. It is fitting that our society for major supporters should honour Henry Sewell’s name as a reflection of a shared commitment to Christ’s College and its vision of Each boy at his best .
It was founded in 2013 to recognise donors whose leadership sets an example to the Christ’s College community.
Membership
Membership of the Sewell Society is open to people who notify College in writing themselves, or through their lawyer, of their intention to leave a legacy in their will to the school. Notification of the size of the bequest, while not compulsory, will assist College in acknowledging the donor in the appropriate manner. Benefits of membership include:
Henry Sewell EW Seager Collection Canterbury Museum
• recognition as a member of the Sewell Society • opportunities for naming rights at College • recognition in fundraising activities • invitations to the Sewell Society’s annual function • special invitations to College events
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