Legacy Hall of Fame

List of 16 items.

• The Ahmanson Foundation

  A pre-eminent Southern California institution, The Ahmanson Foundation has partnered with Webb in many of the schools’ finest achievements, including providing yearly support of deserving students through its Pre-Collegiate Scholarship Program, funding for a faculty endowment fund, Webb’s technology infrastructure and the Ahmanson Lecture Hall, and supporting the construction of the Susan A. Nelson Performing Arts Center.

• Guilford C. Babcock ’49

  It’s a rare relationship that not only endures but grows over eight decades, but that’s the kind of relationship Dr. Guil Babcock has with The Webb Schools. The cornerstone of that relationship was his lasting friendship with the late Les and Barbara Perry who served Webb for over 30 years. Guil honored their legacy by establishing the Les and Barbara Perry Fund for Faculty Enrichment which supports the annual Perry Awards that provides outstanding Webb teachers with honoraria to pursue their professional development. Guil has also hosted numerous class reunions and admission events for new students and their families.

• John M. Bryan ’43

  During his lifetime, John Bryan’s contributions have touched several areas of The Webb Schools ranging from scholarship endowment and The Webb Fund to the campus master plan and capital improvements such as the student quad area.

• The Crean Foundation

  In 2007, the Crean Foundation established a scholarship to support financial aid for deserving students. The Crean Foundation Endowed Scholarship Fund was made possible by the Crean family, and in part by parent and Crean Foundation board member, Susan Thomas P ’05, ’09.

• The Fawcett Family

  David Fawcett arrived at Webb in the fall of 1958, and the generosity of his family, especially his parents, W. Russell Fawcett and Priscilla Damon Fawcett, has been felt faithfully on campus every year since. Among the family’s larger gifts are Webb’s stately, octagonal W. Russell Fawcett Memorial Library and a bequest to complete renovations to the Jameson Dormitory. Dave was a member of the Webb faculty for 34 years and, along with his wife, math teacher Diane Wilsdon, has quietly and thoughtfully enriched the lives of thousands of Webb students through his wisdom and support. The David D. Fawcett and Diane C. Wilsdon Scholarship Fund honors their legacy.

• Charline E. and Michael T. Gallagher P ’07, ’09

  Michael and Charline Gallagher were instrumental in supporting Webb’s campus master plan. Their gifts supported the Kirkhill Dorm renovation, the campus turnaround and the reconstruction of the student quad area. The Gallaghers, parents of Candace ’07 and Michael ’09, focused their support on improving the living spaces on campus in an effort to provide the best environment possible for all Webb students.

• Victor E. Heerman ’42

  Victor Heerman was a boy of Hollywood. In fact, his parents were Hollywood legends having won an Academy Award in 1933 for co-writing the screenplay adaptation of Louisa May Alcott’s novel, Little Women. At Webb, Vic was an equestrian, both as a sport and a hobby. He kept a horse on campus and followed all of the races in the news. Following Webb, he served three years in the Army during WWII and graduated from Williams College with Dean’s List honors. Eventually, he struck out on his own forming the Heerman Bloodstock Agency and became one of the most successful breeders of thoroughbred racehorses in the country. His clients included classmate George Getty ’42. Vic and his wife of 59 years, Lucille, left the majority of their estate to Webb to support the faculty.

• Clifford S. Heinz, Jr. ’37 and the C.S. Heinz Foundation

  In 1997, the Clifford S. Heinz ’37 Ethical Education Program was established to augment the work of Webb’s student-run honor committees, curriculum, and athletic programs. In 2000 and 2001, Cliff Heinz challenged the Webb community and matched dollar for dollar gifts made to The Webb Fund in support of character development and ethical education. Gifts from Cliff and the C.S. Heinz Foundation have been directed to many areas of the schools, including the Alf Museum, faculty housing, endowment, and The Webb Fund.

• The Charles Huang Foundation

  In 2022, Dr. Charles Huang made a substantial gift from the Charles Huang Foundation to support the reimagination of W. Russell Fawcett Library. With this gift, Webb will create the Charles Huang Innovation Wing including flexible learning spaces, an innovation lab, and resources to foster collaboration and creativity. 

• Yanji Luo and Li Jiang P ’20

  Mr. Luo and Ms. Jiang, parents of Louis ’20, are passionate about helping Webb in any way they can. Their gifts have supported many areas, including The Next 100 centennial campaign, The Webb Fund, the collections system at the Alf Museum, and Webb’s endowment for physical plant excellence. 

• Blake ’95 and Courtney Johnson P ’27

  Blake Johnson has been a dedicated supporter of Webb for over 20 years, serving as a class agent, reunion chair, frequent speaker on campus, and a consistent donor. Most recently, Blake, along with his wife Courtney, made a generous commitment to create the new Bonnie Johnson Hall, a multi-level project that will be comprised of a state-of-the-art science lab and increased collections space for the Alf Museum. The Bonnie Johnson Hall will occupy what is currently lecture hall space adjacent to the Alf Museum and the science building.

• R.J. and Laura Romero P ’12, ’15, ’20

  R.J. and Laura Romero are wonderful examples of all-in Webb parents. R.J. is a former Webb trustee and Laura is a former president of the Affiliates Board. They have seen all three of their children, and many nieces and nephews, graduate from Webb over the years. Their philanthropic support has impacted countless areas of campus, from The Webb Fund and scholarships, to the Alf Museum, athletics, and The Next 100 centennial campaign. They were also instrumental in the acquisition of the land adjacent to campus.

• Miles R. Rosedale ’69

  Miles Rosedale ’69 has served on Webb’s board of trustees for over 40 years and was the Chairman of the Board during Webb’s Building Character campaign that raised over $22 million. He generously supported the Fulfilling Our Promise campaign and is a parent to Webb School of California graduate John Lovin ’92. His steadfast support includes The Webb Fund, the Alf Museum, and the Class of 1969 Scholarship Fund that has provided financial assistance to deserving students for over 20 years.

• Charles E. Scripps ’37

  Scion of the legendary media company and board chairman of the E.W. Scripps Company for more than four decades, Charles Scripps was also a proud and stalwart supporter of Webb. He was a founding trustee and returned to the board in the 1980s. His munificent gifts throughout the years have provided support where needed most; perhaps none was more important than his $1 million gift to the 1990s Building Character campaign which helped steer Webb into the 21st century.

• Estate of Dwight W. Taylor ’49

  Even as a young boy, Dwight Taylor had a passion for geology and collecting interesting specimens, especially shells. His curiosity was nurtured at Webb by his teachers and his mentor and friend Ray Alf. In his senior year, Dwight placed first in the national Westinghouse Science Talent Search. With this good start, he forged a distinguished career in the sciences including time with the U.S. Geological Survey in the Paleontology and Stratigraphy Branch. Throughout his lifetime and finally using his estate, Dwight Taylor has supported the schools and the Alf Museum, with gifts totaling $1 million.

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