Fountain Valley School is honored to announce a $10 million gift from alumnus W. Jerome “Jerry” Frautschi ’49—the largest philanthropic gift in the School’s 95-year history.

Jerry is a proud member of the Class of 1949, a nationally respected entrepreneur, civic leader, and philanthropist whose lifelong support for education, the arts, and community institutions has transformed countless lives. He often reflects on how his time at Fountain Valley sparked the confidence, curiosity, and independence that guided his life and career. This transformational investment strengthens two foundational pillars of FVS: caring for our 1,100-acre campus and supporting the exceptional faculty who guide and inspire our students every day. A remarkable milestone for our community, and a powerful investment in the future of Fountain Valley School.

Today, our community celebrated the ribbon-cutting of the new Fountain Valley School Carillon Tower, a transformative gift from Pleasant T. Rowland. Recognizing how deeply our senses bind us to place, Ms. Rowland imagined a sound that would forever belong to FVS. With 56 carved bells carrying across our vast Prairie campus, the Carillon will weave itself into the landscape, marking moments, shaping memory, and calling generations of students home. Thank you again to Ms. Rowland, we deeply appreciate your kind generosity and for making the trip to Fountain Valley.