Impact Report 2024-25
A MESSAGE FROM THE HEAD OF SCHOOL
DR. TERRY RODGERS
Dear Fort Worth Christian Community,
This past year has been a tremendous reminder of the Lord’s provision and faithfulness to the ministry of FWC. Time and again, we have witnessed His hand guiding our steps, providing for our needs, and blessing our students, families, and staff in extraordinary ways. As we continue to move Forward With Christ, our mission remains rooted in ensuring that every student is known, loved, and valued, taught excellence in and out of the classroom, and empowered by a biblical worldview. This year’s annual report is a reflection of the lives being transformed through that mission.
We have much to celebrate. In Advancement, we experienced the most successful fundraising year in school history, raising a record-breaking $2,923,188. Parent participation in giving reached an all-time high at 88%, and both our Auction Gala and golf tournament set new records, raising $417,000 and $34,000 respectively. Corporate sponsorships also reached new heights with $397,000 raised.
Capital giving totaled $1.2 million and helped fund key projects, including the installation of baseball stadium lights and the construction of our new security station—tangible signs of the Lord’s provision through our generous community.
In Fine Arts, more than 60 students participated in a stunning spring production of The Little Mermaid, showcasing not only their talents but their collaboration and creativity. In Athletics, we celebrated sixteen student-athletes from the Class of 2025 who committed to compete at the collegiate level, and our boys track team brought home both a regional runner-up title and a TAPPS state championship in the 4x200 relay.
Our enrollment held steady at 721 students, with an unprecedented 94% re-enrollment rate-evidence of strong family satisfaction and trust in our school’s mission and direction. Academically, we continued to implement Teaching for Transformation, helping students connect their learning to God’s bigger story. We celebrated one National Merit Commended Scholar and 25 national award recipients in Latin and Spanish, while 91% of AP test takers earned passing scores. Our 64th Commencement Ceremony honored the Class of 2025-70 seniors who were accepted to 75 colleges across 25 states, earning over $6.2 million in scholarships and accumulating more than 1,000 hours of college credit through AP and dual credit coursework.
One of the most meaningful weeks of the year was our ninth annual Cardinal Service Week. More than 5,000 combined hours of service were given by our Upper School students and faculty across the DFW area and around the world. These experiences left a lasting impact not only on those we served, but on our students and staff as well. This week stands as one of the clearest pictures of what it means to be a community committed to Christ-centered leadership, compassion, and purpose.
As you reflect on these pages, I hope you are encouraged by the Lord’s goodness to our school, inspired by the unique gifts our students discover and share, and filled with gratitude for the faculty and staff who pour themselves daily into the lives of our students. Their work is more than a profession-it is a calling, and it is changing lives.
Thank you for your continued prayers, support, and partnership as we boldly move Forward With Christ.
Dr. Terry Rodgers President and Head of School
Cal Smallwood ’98, Luke Alverson, Pat Adams ’90, Dr. Scott Bedichek, Christy Cate, Sarah Kight, Eric Letz ’99, Justin Malone ’04, Britton New ’04, Stacey Pearson, Mark Ude, Dr. Nate Williams, Not Pictured Joe Don Ridgell
Board of Trustees
2024-2025
We are deeply grateful for the faithful and dedicated service of Cal Smallwood, a proud Fort Worth Christian alumnus and valedictorian of the Class of 1998. Since joining the Board of Trustees in 2017, Cal has been a source of wisdom, integrity, and steady leadership. His roles as Chairman of the Board and Chair of the Finance Committee were marked by thoughtful decision-making and a deep commitment to the mission of FWC.
Throughout his tenure, Cal’s passion for Christian education and his love for FWC were evident in every conversation and contribution. He played a key role in guiding the school through important milestones and challenges, always keeping students, families, and the long-term vision at the center.
As he steps away from the Board, we want to express our heartfelt thanks for his years of tireless service and meaningful impact. Cal’s legacy of servant leadership and unwavering support will continue to shape the future of our school for years to come.
Thank you, Cal, for investing your time, energy, and heart into the FWC community. You have made a lasting difference.
FISCAL YEAR 2024 - 25
INCOME
EXPENSES
$551,528 $34,000 $417,000 $256,250 $55,000 $1,254,688 $2,923,188
CONGRATULATIONS TO THE CLASS OF 2025
CLASS OF 2025 COLLEGE ACCEPTANCES:
Abilene Christian University
Arizona State University
Arkansas State University
Austin College
Austin Community College
Baylor University
Bethune-Cookman University
Colorado Mesa University
Dallas Baptist University
Dartmouth College
Drake University
East Texas Baptist University
Embry Riddle Aeronautical
University
Evangel University
Florida State University
Fort Lewis College
Hardin-Simmons University
Harding University
Hendrix College
Howard University
Iowa State University
Kansas State University
Lipscomb University
Louisiana State University
Lyon College
Mary Hardin-Baylor University
McMurry University
McPherson College
Midland University
Millsaps College
Missouri Baptist University
Mississippi State University
Montreat College
Nelson University
Nova Southeastern University
Oklahoma Christian University
Oklahoma State University
Ottawa University
Pepperdine University
Rhodes College
Sam Houston State University
Samford University
Schreiner University
Southern Methodist University
Southern Nazarene University
Southwestern University
Stephen F Austin State Univer-
sity
Tarrant County College
Tarleton State University
Texas A&M University - College
Station
Texas Christian University
Texas State University
Texas Tech University
Texas Wesleyan University
Texas Woman’s University
Trinity University
University of Alabama
University of Arizona
University of Arkansas
University of Iowa
University of Kansas
University of Kentucky
University of Mary Hardin-Baylor
University of Minnesota
University of Mississippi
University of New Mexico
University of North Texas
University of Oklahoma
University of Tampa
University of Texas at Arlington
University of Texas at Austin
Valparaiso University
Waldorf University
Washington State University
Wisconsin Lutheran College
VALEDICTORIAN
Maddie Benfer
Aiden Abercrombie
Bryce Abercrombie
Colin Abercrombie
Elizabeth Alfred
Britney Banks
Madelyn Benfer
Sophia Brennan
Nathaniel Brinkley
Marilyn Buley
Emily Cardinal
Morgan Christian
Jessica Clark
Kayla Collins
Davis Crook
Kinley Crumpler
Grace Dale
Cameron Davidson
Nathanael Davis
Cody Dodrill
SALUTATORIAN
Lucy Johnmeyer
CLASS OF 2025
Christian Foster
Sydney Foster
Cason Freeby
Grant Ghali
Cody Greeling
Kate Haddock
Lauren Hagan
Za’Teon Harris
Jayden Hasty
Casey Haugan
Garrett Haynes
Chase Hinrichsen
Hunter Hinrichsen
David Jennings
Lucy Johnmeyer
Evan Jones
Logan Kim
Cooper King
Chase Kropholler
Chloe Lee
Violet Lowe
Angela Ma
Emmery McCoy
Elena McCracken
Sophia McWithey
Austen Meiser
Madison Mishio
Jacob Morgan
Natalie Payne
Chanley Powell
Daniel Priest
Nathanael Quillin
William Sanders
Maija Scanes
Anna Schmidt
Ava Schone
Lilian Seals
Alexander Simon
Juliana Stakelbeck
Mackenzie Stansberger
John Stevens
Kiera Stevenson
Luke Stroud
Ngoc Tu
Jackson Ude
Dane Varga
Phoenix Walsh
Clara Warcup
Sara Webb
Claire Wright
Caleb Young
The Annual Giving Campaign is your investment in the people and programs that make FWC excellent. Your tax-deductible gifts support our commitment to provide competitive salaries for our faculty, innovative technology for a dynamic learning environment, and need-based scholarships. Your generosity advances our mission of being a Christ-centered, college preparatory school where every student is known, loved, and valued, taught excellence in and out of the classroom, and empowered by a biblical worldview. This is an opportunity to make a difference each year in the educational experience at Fort Worth Christian.
PARTICIPATION BY CONSTITUENTS
ANNUAL GIVING CAMPAIGN
Faculty - Supports our commitment to attract and retain outstanding faculty by providing competitive salaries, training, and professional development.
Technology- Supports technology integration for an innovative and dynamic learning environment
Need Based Scholarships- Supports need-based tuition assistance for mission-fit students who have demonstrated financial need and desire to be part of our Christ-centered, college preparatory school.
Athletics/Fine Arts - Supports the athletics/fine arts budget for all sports.
ATHLETICS WISH LISTS
This year, each head coach at Fort Worth Christian shared a “wish list” of specific items their programs needed to strengthen training, improve facilities, and support athletes. Parents and donors were then able to select and purchase items directly for the sport of their choice.
The response was overwhelming. From new equipment to program enhancements, our athletic teams were blessed by the generosity of the Cardinal community. This approach not only gave families and donors the opportunity to make a tangible impact but also allowed them to connect more personally with the programs they love.
Thanks to the generosity of so many, the Athletics Wish Lists were a huge success and have already begun making a difference for our student-athletes.
Athletic Booster Club Contribution in 2024-25
Cardinal Broadcast Network
Provide livestream of FWC games
Hudl
Upload game film and practice footage
Athletes can create highlight videos to share with college recruiters
Provides data analytics
Travel & Charters
Regular season & playoff games
ScoreVision
Scoreboard and fan engagement system that combines scoring, video, and interactive content to enhance the game-day experience for athletes.
$1,254,688
Baseball Facilities $546,663
Football Field Led Lights
$332,000
Middle School
$40,000
Lower School
$156,000
Security Station
$85,000
TOTAL $397,950
CARDINAL CHAMPIONS SPONSORS
GOLD BUCKLE GALA SPONSORS
Silver North Dallas Bank & Trust
Experience Sponsors
The Hart Law Firm
T-Shirt Guys
Duren Jerkins Agency
ATHLETIC SPONSORS
Novak Motors
MW Panel Tech
Hart Law Firm
Build Lodge
Edward Jones Financial Advisor Bill Swaboda
Erin Jamesen Orthodontics
Lacy Malone Ryder & Menefee law firm
Feedstore BBQ
Lone Star Toyota
Fort Worth Nissan
Morgan Family Dentistry
Speciality Sound
GOLF TOURNAMENT SPONSORS
Golf Tournament SponsorshipS
September 16th at Sky Creek Ranch
RAISED $34,000
FWC WELCOMES NEW ALUMNI DIRECTOR
We’re excited to welcome Natalie Gary ('97) as the new Director of Alumni Relations at Fort Worth Christian! A proud alum and Cardinal mom, Natalie brings a deep love for FWC and a passion for connecting alumni across generations. She and her husband, Jeff Gary ('96), recently celebrated 25 years of marriage and are raising four sons—three current and future Cardinals!
In addition to her successful real estate career, Natalie and Jeff actively serve at The Hills Church, mentoring others in faith.
“FWC shaped my life and continues to impact our boys. I can't wait to meet more of our amazing alumni!” — Natalie Gary
We also thank Terry Drake ('74) for his years of faithful service as Alumni Director. His legacy of connection and care will continue to bless generations of Cardinals.
ALUMNI COUNCIL
Pat Adams ’90
Stephen Bailey ’88
James Bankes ’68
Karen Bankes Miller ’71
RETIREMENT CELEBRATION TERRY DRAKE ‘74
Terry Drake is retiring after years of faithful service as Fort Worth Christian’s Alumni Director. His dedication to building meaningful connections and fostering a strong alumni community has left a lasting legacy. We are grateful for his impact and the relationships he’s helped nurture across generations of Cardinals.
Jamie Bankes Ridgell ’96
John Paul Brownlow ’86
Roy Deaver ’62
Terry Drake ’78
Armando Fitz ’17
Jenny Freytag ’83
Jeff Garner ’91
Suzan Jenkins ’70
James Jennings ’77
Mark McKinney ’79
Rachel Rentschler McWilliams ’07
Riley Thannum Olson ’11
Marva Riddle ’62
Cade Stone ’12
Lauren Smeds ’96
Mark Woodward ’65
Grandparents Day November 22, 2024
Glass Cactus at The Gaylord Texan - Grapevine, Texas
A heartfelt thank you to Katelyn Malone, Jaclyn Herrera, Wendy Reedy, and Christina Bartha for your tireless dedication and leadership in making this year's gala an unforgettable success.
Your creativity, commitment, and countless hours of preparation helped us host the most successful gala in Fort Worth Christian history - raising an incredible $417,000 to support our school community. We are deeply grateful for all you've done!
LOWER SCHOOL TURF
PRESCHOOL TURF
BATHROOM REMODELS
CARDINAL SERVICE WEEK FORWARD WITH CHRIST
For the ninth year running, Cardinal Service Week has once again wrapped up in a remarkable display of compassion, purpose, and unity. What began as a simple idea—to love and serve others in Christ’s name—has blossomed into a defining tradition of Fort Worth Christian’s Upper School. As our local teams conclude their final projects and our traveling students begin their journeys home, we pause in collective gratitude and reflection.
A Week That Changes Lives
From the heart of DFW to far-flung corners of the globe, our students rolled up their sleeves, opened their hearts, and lived out the gospel through action. Whether serving at shelters, children’s homes, churches, or community programs, our students dedicated the week to selfless service, becoming the hands and feet of Christ.
This year’s service efforts stretched across neighborhoods and nations—domestically and internationally. The scope was staggering: approximately 5,000 hours of service were poured into communities in need. While the precise number may be elusive, the impact is unmistakable. Homes were repaired, shelves were stocked, children were mentored, and hearts were uplifted. The light of Christ was visible in every encounter.
But the transformation didn’t stop at those we served. It was also etched deeply into the lives of the students, faculty, and staff who participated. Service Week has become a time not just for giving, but for growing—growing in faith, in compassion, and in a lifelong commitment to servant leadership.
OUR PARTNERS IN PURPOSE
This incredible impact would not be possible without the trusted partners who welcomed our students with open arms and shared in the mission of restoration and hope. We are thankful to have walked beside the following organizations:
PARTNERS
Empty Bowls (Tarrant Area Food Bank)
Mission Arlington
GRACE Grapevine
Allies in Youth Development
Christ’s Haven for Children Resale Shop
Hope Farm
Southside Church of Christ
The CEC
Brother Bill’s Helping Hand
Community Link
Buckner International
Stepping Stones
Project Home
Out-of-Town Partners:
Mission Waco (Waco, TX)
Dry Bones (Denver, CO)
Adventures in Missions, Roca Kidz, 1269 Café (Manchester, NH)
Beyond the Known (Costa Rica)
East West Ministries (Ibarra, Ecuador)
Neema Village (Arusha, Tanzania)
Let’s Start Talking (Marseilles, France)
Beyond the Known (Costa Rica)
Let’s Start Talking (Marseilles, France)
East West Ministries (Ibarra, Ecuador)
Neema Village (Arusha, Tanzania)
INVITE A FRIEND TO OPEN HOUSE OCT 22, DEC 9, FEB 4, APR 22
DONORS AND CORPORATE PARTNERS
Kevin and Christie Abercrombie
Patrick Adams ‘90 and Carmen Adams
Shell Adams
ADH Restoration
Mark Alexander ‘81 and Sherrie Alexander
Robert and Marian Allsup
Joel Alvarado
Alverson Family Fund
Luke Alverson and Jayci Jenkins Alverson ‘96
Amon G Carter Foundation
Brandon and Cortny Anderson
Tyler and Brooke Anderson
Chris and Graham Anderson
Tim and Inga Anderson
John and Susan Anderson
Nicholas Anderson
Fred Ghali and Tessa Anderson
Guatam and Atulya Andotra
Justin and Savannah Andrews
Marcos and Erin Andujar
Marcos Andujar and Wilma Reyes
Anonymous
Eddie and Christine Armenta
Arnold Walters Management
Ash Limo Transportation
Jason and Angela Ashford
James and Cheryl Ashley
William and Kristen Assell
Shirley Atkinson
David and Abbie Aubrey
Tyler Pinckard and Sarah Augustus
Cody and Sarah Avary
Alan and Sharon Bailey
Stephen Bailey ‘88 and Stephanie Bailey
Payte and Janet Baldwin
Winston and Hayley Ball
James Bankes ‘68 and Ann
Shoemaker Bankes ‘68
Jeremy Bankes ‘98 and Kelli
Kauitzsch Bankes ‘99
Dwight Banks
Dennis and Heather Banks
Turquoise Banks
Todd and Jennifer Bargy
Kris and Abby Barnes
Deneilia Barnes
James and Jennifer Barrett
Barrow Lighting Supply
Lance Barrow ‘73 and Melissa Barrow
and Christina Bartha
Sheryl Bartos
BCN Capital LLC
Matthew and Ariel Bealer
Allison Bearden
Carl and Debbie Bearden
Jeremy Beck ‘01 and Sarah Beck
Henry and Karin Becker
Janice Becker
Scott and Heather Bedichek
Thomas and Elizabeth Bell
Paul and Peggy Belmont
Benevity
Kent and Jill Benfer
Christopher and Melody Bennett
Tracy Bennett
Daniel and Amy Bernal
Timothy Berns and Sheri Bly
Troy Berry
Bradly and Ashlie Binder
Brian and Melanie Birmingham
David and Kimberly Bizaillion
Keith and Hollie Black
Jonathan and Kassie Black
Peter and Marjorie Blanco
Tim Berns and Sheri Bly
BNSF Railway Company
Ava Boenker
Michele Bolin
Tina Bond
Eric and Jennifer Bonhard
Brandon and Lexi Bonicard
Daniella Bonilla
FWC Booster Club
Brian and Emily Borg
Matthew and Hannah Boyd
Paige Boyett
Keith and Heather Breeding
Robert and Maria Brennan
Beau and Christa Brewer
Jerry and Patricia Bridges
Joshua and Sarah Bright
Jeremy and Paige Brown
JB and Alexis Brunet
Joe and Angela Bryant
Kirk and Sharon Bryant
Brian and Kristina Bublitz
Build Lodge
Kenneth and Kamari Buley
Corbitt and Lindsey Burns
Andrew and Kelli Burrow
Adam and Ashley Burwell
Curtis and Kelly Caldwell
Barry and Trena Caldwell
Danny Mounce and
Melanie Caldwell-Mounce
Sean and Kristi Callanan
Chad and Karen Campbell
Raquel Canales
Steve and Kelly Cantrell
Cardinal Education Foundation
Max Carney
Alexandro Carrasco
Greg and Leslie Carruthers
Tony and Natasha Castillo
Christy Cate
Bob and Marie Cato
Kinch and Audra Cato
Nathan and Christena Chandler
Bryan and Linda Chandler
Michael and Anna Chapman
Anthony Tarango and Alyssa Charles
Michael and Amber Chavez
Chick-fil-A Rufe Snow
Kevin and Linda Christian
Zachary and Ashley Clarke
Richard and Tasha Clifford
Timothy and Jeannette Cline
Michael and Sarah Closson
Scott and Mary Kate Cockrell
Jessie and Bailee Coffee
Keith and Regina Coleman
Tradona Colgan
Richard and Kay Comstock
Laszlo
Christopher and Sarah Cone
Brad and Jacquelyn Coon
Avery Cowan
Jimmy and Blair Cox
Stephanie Cox
Scott and Lisa Cranfill
Tommy and Dafne Crenshaw
Jaton and Alexis Crownover
David Crumpler ‘00 and Amanda Crumpler
Mary Cruse
Johnny and Jessica Cummings
Chris and Dana Cunningham
DAKM Incorporated
Frank and Kathie Dale
Pam Dale
Raelyn Darnell
Christine Margaret Davis
Jeff and Christina Davis
Jonathan Davis and Christina
Dryden-Davis
Riley and Katie Davis
Joshua and Lisa Davis
Justin and Candace Day
John De Goede and Melanie
DeLaFuente
Michael and Jaclynn Delaune
Ben Depperschmidt
DFW Shaved Ice, LLC
Kris and Stephanie Diaz
Charles and Nichele Docken
Chris and Jill Dodd
Mario Dorado
Shawn and Kay Downing
Daniel and Elizabeth Doyle
Marcus Drake and Elizabeth Krieger
Terry Drake ‘78 and Penny Drake
Dustin and Abbey Dreher
Duren Jenkins Agency
John and Kathy Dykstra
Jordan and Maegan Elam
Dave and Jan Emler
Ygor Kalil and Amber Ensign
Jonathan and Jessica Eon
Chad and Cassandra Erickson
Skip and Marcy Estes
Eric and Susie Etheredge
Richard and Jacqueline Faletti
Tyler and Gina Farrell
Derek and Kendra Fay
Jeff and Megan Fehribach
Gary and Kristine Felts
John and Leslie Feray
Hunter and Heidi Ferrell
Fidelity Charitable
John and Lynda Finneran
Charles and Lebeta Flieringa
Aubree Foiles
William and Ashlee Foltz
Todd and Kayla Ford
Todd and Laurie Foreman
Megan Fowler
Brian Fox
Mark Frears
Matt and Rachel Frears
David and Kenda Frederick
Eric Freeby ‘98 and Randi
Washburn Freeby ‘97
Freedom Furniture & Design
Kirk Freytag and Jenny Jenkins Freytag ‘83
Brandon and Sarah Fry
Chuck and Sherilyn Fulbright
Neil and Jessica Gaither
Juan and Kim Gallegos
George and Gina Galloway
Cade Garcia ‘18
Joel and Leanna Garcia
Jeff Garner ‘91 and Babith Garner
Jeff Gary ‘96 and Natalie Harden
Gary ‘97
Susie Garza and Juan Garza III
Bryan and Johnna Geiger
Thomas and Kaitlin Gerke
Warren and Sherry Gillespie
Titan and Gina Gilroy
Greg and Stacey Gingles
Ethan and Ashley Gingras
David and Krista Glover
Lisa Goboncan
John and Elizabeth Godyn
Phil and Jamie Gold
Goldman Sachs Philanthropy FundThe Stevens Family Fund
German and Claudia Gomez
Good Sportsman Marketing, LLC
GSM Outdoors
Thrift for Good
Gordon and Adriana Gottfried
Clifford and Cassie Granger
Jonathon and Christy Gray
John and Chrissy Greeling
Michael Grefrath
Phillip and Rebecca Grefrath
Tim and Holly Griffin
Nick Grigalis and Amanda Lennard
Grigalis ‘05
Samuel Esquivel and Monica
Guillen-Esquivel
Brady and Kim Gunn
Jim and Lara Haddock
Jesse and Charli Hagan
Aren and Alissia Haggard
Maurice Hairston
Ronnie and Beverly Hale
Hunter and Kelti Haley
John and Carol Hampton
Daniel and Amanda Hantack
Walter and Karis Harber
Lisa Harder
Daniel and Anneka Harding
Joshhua and Kimberly Harding
Cherie Harris
Hart Law Firm
Andrew Hart ‘12 and Lyndsey Hart
Daniel Hart ‘07 and Chelan Hart
Kerri Hart
Thomas and Joanne Hassan
Douglas and Jennifer Hasty
David and Krista Hayes
Richie and Angelle Hebert
Hannah Hebert
David and Sara Heller
Brandon and Courtney Helm
Jason and Elizabeth Herkes
Richard and Victoria Heron
Rudy and Annamarie Herrera
Felipe and Jaclyn Herrera
Reese Herring ‘12
Robert and Traci Hestand
Brent and Emily Hill
Ron and Linda Hilton
Brian and Julie Himpelmann
Nick and Kathy Hinrichsen
George and Heather Hobbs
Craig and Leah Hode
Craig and Natalie Hoke
Steve and Deanna Holcomb
Reid and Melissa Horton
Ronald Ma and Ying Huang
Blake and Alison Hughes
Jason Hughes ‘95 and Cari Hughes
James Hunsucker and Jessica
Hagstrom
Nathan and Jessica Hunt
David and Melanie Hurt
Rachel Hurt ’19
Shawn and Brittany Hyde
Innovative Safety Solutions (ISS)
Anthony and Tessa James
Dennis and Lacy James
Tasha James
Ward and Erin Jamesen
Sean and Beth Janke
Duren and Tiffany Jenkins
Jay Jenkins ‘12
Carter Jennings ‘08 and Abby Jennings
James Jennings ‘77 and Lisa Jennings
Joel Electric & Associates
Edward and Lesley Johnmeyer
Barry and Renna Johnson
Paul and Nancy Johnson
JWC General Contractors, LLC
Daniel and Jennifer Kaase
Ross and Krista Kamm
Riponpreet and Harpreet Kandola
Corry and Kristine Karlen
James and Linda Kauitzsch
Thomas and Marsha Keller
Mark and Alicia Kennedy
Jeff and Shannon Kenny
Cody and Amanda Kessler
Kyle and Sarah Kight
Russ Powell and Carrie Killman
Do-Hyung and Brandi Kim
Craig and Carrie King
Duane Kinsey and Natalie Matsukie
Sean and Leslie Kipp
Adam and Buffey Klein
Eddie and Kelley Knaus
Knight Family Charitable Fund
Alec and Emily Knight
Brett Koedam
Kristopher and Holly Kraatz
Nikki Kraemer
Jeff and Jennifer Kropholler
Joel and Mary Kulp
Richard Kurz
Trevor and Emily Kurz
Lacy Malone Ryder & Menefee Law Firm
James and Kristina Lahti
Scott Latham ‘17
Andrew and Catherine Lee
Sanghak and Gina Lee
William and Justine LeGrand
Trina Leise
Chad and Nicole Lewis
Ronnie Lewis
John and Norma Litton
Lone Star Toyota
James and Christie Long
Bradley and Alexis Longcrier
Cesar and Georgia Lopez
Jill Lossman
Jason and Ava Lott
Nicholas and Misty Lowe
Christina Lyons
Dawson Maddox
Justin Malone ‘04 and Katelyn Kelly
Malone ‘04
Derek and Madeline Mancini
Jay Marshall ‘18 and Skye Felts
Marshall
Aaron and Tamara Martin
Anthony and Miquette Martinez
Danny and Misty Martinez
Zack Sutton and Kathleen Mason
Stephen and Annaly Mawire
MCA & Avigilon
Charles and Tiffany McClain
Jeff and McKenzie McCollum
Michael and Heather McCown
Reagan and Patsy McCoy
Eddie and Mary McCracken
Matthew and Hayley McDaniel
Gretchen McGinnis
Scott and Rachel McGrath
Dennis and Ashleigh McKillen
Brad and Lauren McPherson
Gary and Heather McPherson
Darrin and Julie McWilliams
Bobbie McWithey
Michael and Lourdes McWithey
Kent and Raylyn Means
Medical City North Hills
Francisco Tenorio and Elizabeth Medina
Medtronic - Claudia Gomez
Joseph and Kimberly Melendez
Derrick Haggard and Ericka Melgoza
Michaeldae LLC
Scott Michener Jr.
James Bryson and Amelia Mickles
Cody Mihills and Cayce Garrison
Mihills ‘03
Alex and Kimberly Miller
Michael and Angela Miller
Brooke Miller
Kevin Miller ‘96 and Elizabeth Miller
Josh and Laurie Mishio
Daniel and Kari Monk
Jason and Amy Moore
Brad and Stacie Moore
Debi Moore
Mike and Tiffany Morgan
James and Helen Morrison
Thomas and Lynda Morse
Joanne Moss
Gregory and Tiffany Moss
Gilbert and Melissa Mota
Xavier and Elizabeth Mottley
Michael Sabbia and Melissa Moynier
Ray and Jenifer Mulholland
Dean and Kathy Natelborg
National Farm Life Insurance
Jerry Nations ‘85 and Kristeen Nations
Todd Neal and Lisa Beustring
Neal ‘85
Bakari and Deena Neason
Frankie and Angela Negron
Christopher and Catherine Nelson
Kristin Nelson
Britton New ‘04 and Ashley New
Natalie Newton
Sheldon Magers and Quy Ngo
Jeffrey Wright and Courtney Nicholson-Wright
Ryan and Alisha Nicolello
Steve Nipper
Nissan of Fort Worth
North Dallas Bank & Trust
North Texas Community Foundation
Sheila Nyachae
Steve and Pamela Nykiel
Josh Olson and Riley Olson ‘11
Joel Ortega
Trine and Sharon Owen
James and Janine Owens
Spencer and Kate Ozmun
Jenny Page
Joe and Steffi Parkerson
Ovi Georgescu and Simona Pavel
Caitlin Pawelka
Doug and Kristy Payne
Pearson Air Construction LLC
Pearson Family Gift Fund
Pearson Mechanical, Inc.
Bill and Debbie Pearson
Jim and Linda Pearson
Stacey and Paige Pearson
Alex and Rodnesha Penson
Brandon and Carrie Perdue Performance Chiropractic Clinic
James and Rosemary Peters
Chris and Yolanda Petersen
Jennifer Phelps
Steve and Sheri Phillips
Jacob and Jenna Pickle
Kyle Pierce
Chad and Rachel Pierson
Mathew and Robin Pitre
Wanda and Dan Pitts
Victor and Jennifer Portillo
Jeffrey and Charlena Postell
Jason and Lindsay Preston
Joel and Morgen Priest
RAM PRODUCTS
Grant and Krystal Pugh
Jeff and Nicole Pursley
Elizabeth Ragsdale
Joe and Kathryn Rangel
Mike and Jennifer Ratterree
Zachary and Heidi Ray
Janet Redd
Mark and Wendy Reedy
Reinhardt State Farm Agency
Matthew and Michaeldae Reinhardt
Michael Gentry and
Carolyn Reynolds
Jared and Kali Rice
David and Erica Richards
Stephen and Lauren Richards
Marva Miller Riddle ‘62
Jared and Amanda Ridge
Joe Don Ridgell and Jamie Bankes
Ridgell ‘96
Brian and Gloria Riera
Neil Chopra and Monica Rios
Wesley and Kristin Rivers
Ryan and Demra Robbins
Edward and Belinda Robbs
Janice Robertson
Douglas Robinson
Ross and Lisa Roby
Bret and Stephanie Rodgers
Terry and Sally Rodgers
Chris and Melissa Rooke
Roop Family Foundation
Chip and Laury Roop
Rosencrans Family Giving Fund
Doug and Traci Rosencrans
Laura Rosenstein
Dean and Andrea Rothschadl
John and Anita Royse
Juan-Carlos and Carrie Ruck
Carlos and Roberta Ruiz
Stephen Rumsey
Mark and Amanda Rushing
Gary and Terry Ryan
Nicholas Sabbia
Nathan and Daysha Sanford
Savianos Italian Kitchen LLC
Anthony and Louise Scanes
Caleb Schallawitz ‘08 and Brittany Schallawitz
Robert and Catherine Scheurle
Anna Schmidt ‘25
Christopher and Frances Schmidt
Karla Schmidt
Thomas Schmidt
John W and Leslie L Feray Family Fund
Eric and Nikki Scott
Nicole Scott
Lilian Seals ‘25
Zachary and Haley Sedino
Michael and Alma Seil
Matthew Sellke ‘05 and Chelsie Fulmer Sellke ‘05
Derek and Jayce Senter
Scott and Michelle Shaffer
Paul and Nancy Shaffer
Shammy’s Car Wash
Randy and Wanda Shantz
Cody and Melissa Sherrod
Jennifer Shewmaker
Michael and Christina Shirley
Claude and Jean Short
David and Sara Short
Gary Shultz
Craig and Angelic Sikes
Steven and JoAlice Sims
Mark and Tracy Sims
Henry and Teresa Sloan
Smallwood & Associates, PLLC
Cal Smallwood ‘98 and Sarah Smallwood
Dan and Rebel Smallwood
Victor and Victoria Smargiasso
Gary Smeds and Lauren Shultz
Smeds ‘96
Carrie Smith
Garrett and Maria Smith
Jarrett Smith
Kim Smith
Vance Smith ‘98 and Meredith Smith
Brandon and Lindsay Southern
Specialty Sound and Vision
St. Stephens Episcopal Church
Erick and Lori Stakelbeck
Kenneth and Amanda Stansberger
Fabian and Jessica Stansbury
Shannon Starkey
Wesley and Renee Stephenson
Jonathan and Amy Stevens
Austin and Chelsea Stevens
Bill and Sharon Stevenson
Kelli Stewart
Elliot and Carolyn Stone
Kyle and Teena Story
Steve Story
Streamline Designs Sprinklers and Drainage
Kyle and Shelley Struhs
Michael Stuart
William and Rose Stubblefield
Christopher Swearingin
Christopher and Lindsye Swearingin
Bill and Janine Swoboda
Thomas and Kimberly Szalewski
T&S Products Inc.
Doug and Lisa Tackett
Lindi Talbott
Jake Tansey ‘11 and Kelby Tansey
Ben and Vanessa Tate
Juan and Lindsay Tatum
Brad Teel and Brooke White Teel ‘00
Scott and Kelly Tenery
Paul Than and Erin Arcilla-Than
Scott and Julie Thannum
The Allsup Family Giving Fund
The Benevity Community Impact Fund
The Blackbaud Giving Fund
The TShirt Guys
Janie Thomas
Samuel and Autumn Thompson
Jerry and Vickie Thompson
Thornton Steel Company, LLC
Ben and Kristin Tilley
Matt and Tracy Tilus
Tischer Energy Family LP
Adam and Cacy Tischer
Sharon Tischer
Aaron and Julie Torkelson
Ryan and Shannon Tower
Dick and Barbara Treat
Brandon and Charlotte Trice
Trinity Digital Printing
Nathan Tucker
Nicolas and Kelly Tuley
Laura Turner
Mark and Susan Ude
Laurie Ulsh
Mark and Kimberly Vajdos
Jim and Whitney Van Hoose
John and Hillarie Van Zanten
James Vandespyker
Paul and Michelle Varga
Danielle Vaughn
Randy Vaughn and Kelly Jeffrey
Vaughn ‘88
Michelle Vela
Vensure Employers Group Inc.
Kay Vessels
Gene and Bobbi Villarreal
Sebastian Vowell and Diane Vu
Benjamin and Cassie Wagenknecht
Stephen and Lilly Waldo
Walker Engineering
Chelsea Walker
Colby Wallis and Kinsey Starks Wallis ‘11
Arnold Walters
Cody Walton ‘95 and Chesley Walton
Justin and Traci Warcup
Danson Kienje and Beatrice Ward
Mindy Ward
Robert and Tara Warfel
Kristopher and Amanda Wasemiller
Chad and Kristie Weaver
David and Marilyn Webb
Matthew and Devynn Webb
Jason and Jaime Webber
Jonathan Welschmeyer and Christy Baze
David and Sunni Wheelwright
Mike and Cindy Whisenand
Jonathan and Esther White
Mark and Kelly White
Randy and Natalie White
Dustin and Jamie Whitman
Jason and Jana Wiant
Nathan and Melissa Williams
Garrick and Michelle Williamson
Paul and Alicia Winkelblech
David and Laurie Wirgler
Michael and Kelli Woodruff
Philip and Aimee Woodward
Mark Woodward ‘65 and Sherrylee
Woodward
Alden and Johnna Worrel
Chase and Cherese Wright
Justin and Jessica Wright
Joshua and Jennifer Wright
Greg and Kaylynn Young
Wesley Young ‘01 and Lauren Cantrell
Young ‘05
Jenna Zagala
MEMORIAL GIFTS
Clark Freeby
Fleming/Crumpler Community
Group of The Hills Church
Dan and Rebel Smallwood
Harold Wade
Jennifer Wade Shewmaker ‘88
Lena Nelson
Lance Barrow ‘73 and Melissa Barrow
Linda Southern
Lance Barrow ‘73 and Melissa Barrow
Marie Kelepouris
Lance Barrow ‘73 and Melissa Barrow
Kyle Cotton
Lance Barrow ‘73 and Melissa Barrow
Pat Shelton
Lance Barrow ‘73 and Melissa Barrow
Leon Moore
Lance Barrow ‘73 and Melissa Barrow
Alden and Johnna Worrel
THE CARDINAL EDUCATION FOUNDATION:
TOTAL ENDOWMENT AS OF July 31, 2025: $1,078,577
The Cardinal Education Foundation is Fort Worth Christian School’s endowment impacting students now and for generations to come. The endowment secures the long-term financial sustainability of the school, enabling mission-driven decisions to be made with visionary planning for academic excellence.
The endowment currently provides need-based scholarships. The school is seeking to grow need-based scholarship support as well as develop support for merit-based scholarships. In addition, our goal is to receive endowed gifts for the school’s faculty fund to attract and retain outstanding teachers. The corpus of endowed gifts is invested with an independent investment firm with the oversight of the school administration and foundation board. The foundation distributes a percentage of the endowment earnings to the school to be used for the designated purpose of the endowed gift.
Pauline and Ed Snelson Endowed Fund
"Fort Worth Christian School is grateful to Jim and Nancy Snelson for establishing the Pauline and Ed Snelson Endowed Fund that honors Jim’s parents who were both instrumental in the early years of Fort Worth Christian. Ed Snelson served as one of the school’s first trustees and Pauline Snelson helped begin a group known as the Associated Women for Christian Education. This endowment honors them and supports need-based tuition assistance to qualified students and also supports salary needs to attract and retain outstanding faculty and staff. Mr. Snelson reflected on the endowment and said, “In these turbulent and ever changing times in which we live, investing in Chrsitian education is paramount. Our children and grandchildren need the faith-based education that Fort Worth Christian provides. FWC had a profound impact on me and Nancy as well as my parents and family. I hope others will join us in investing in Fort Worth Christian by supporting the Cardinal Education endowment and help secure the long-term sustainability of this wonderful Christian school.”
Mulholland Family Endowed Scholarship
Fort Worth Christian School is grateful to Ray and Jenifer Mulholland for establishing the Mulholland Family Endowed Scholarship in 2018. This Cardinal Education Foundation endowment provides need-based scholarship support. The annual scholarship recipient is a student in 7th-12th grade with demonstrated financial need who meets the academic and conduct requirements for FWC enrollment and is enrolled in Physical Education or a Physical Education alternative. The Mulhollands encourage others to join them in investing in Fort Worth Christian and securing the school’s long-term sustainability through an endowed gift.
Fort Worth Christian Legacy Society
What it is?
The Fort Worth Christian Legacy Society honors donors who aspire to leave a legacy by creating permanent support and ensuring the future of FWC with a gift(s) to the endowment.
Why it is Essential?
The endowment secures the financial sustainability of FWCS and provides need-based and merit-based scholarships to students desiring an excellent education rooted in Christian values. In a changing world, North Tarrant County needs the educational option provided by Fort Worth Christian School to teach excellence and equip students with a biblical worldview.
How to Become a Legacy Society Member?
Make a gift of $10,000 or more to the FWC endowment (payable over 2 years). The $10,000 gift would be invested and not spent. The donor would have the option of continuing to make gifts to the endowment with the goal of increasing it to $25,000 or more. If the fund reaches $25,000, it will become a named endowment. The school will provide annual reports on the endowment growth, interest earned, and how the funds are distributed to support needs-based scholarship for deserving FWC students. Additional gifts can be made to the name endowment throughout your life.
Name Fort Worth Christian School in a planned gift vehicle that is valued at $10,000 or more. Planned gift vehicles include designating your named endowment account at FWC as a beneficiary:
• Of your will(s);
• Of a life insurance policy;
• Of a retirement plan or IRA;
Named endowments can be established with a minimum threshold gift of $50,000 payable over three to five years while gifts of lesser amounts can be made to the school’s general endowment.
2024 - 2025 VOLUNTEER BOARDS
BOOSTER CLUB BOARD
Greg Young, President
Angela Ashford, Vice President
Jayci Alverson, Secretary
Gary Smeds, Treasurer
Erin Andujar
Sheri Bly
Lacy James
Brad McPherson
Scott Michener
Fred Ghali
Morgen Priest
Brandon Perdue
Chad Pierson
Traci Rosencrans
Ron Wilson
FRIENDS OF THE ARTS BOARD
Kevin & Linda Christian (Band)-Chair/President
Hollie Black (Choir)
Jaclynn DeLaune (Theatre)
Heidi Ferrell (LS Art)
Ashleigh McKillen (Theatre)
Kim Miller (US Art)
Wendy Reedy (Orchestra)
Catherine Scheurle (Guard)
Brooke Teel (Belles)
PTF BOARD
Charlotte Trice, President
Traci Rosencrans, Vice President
Wendy Reedy, Parliamentarian
Cassie Wagenknecht, Secretary, School Supplies
Heather Bedichek, Treasurer
Heidi Ferril, LS Rep
Christie Long, LS Rep
Esther White, MS Rep
Mary Kate Cockrell, MS Rep
Angela Miller, US Rep
Kristin Tilley, US Rep
Krystal Pugh, Media/Marketing
Lauren McPherson, General
Katelyn Malone, General
The Fort Worth Christian School Ministry Impact Report recognizes annual giving to the school from last school year between August 1 and July 31, and the impact it has on the student experience. We are truly appreciative for this generous philanthropic support. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of this report.
If there are errors or omissions, please notify the Advancement Office at 817-520-6200. Kinch Cato — email kcato@fwc.org.
MISSION:
Fort Worth Christian is a Christ-centered, college preparatory school where every student is known, loved, and valued, taught excellence in and out of the classroom, and empowered by a biblical worldview.
VISION:
It is our prayer that every student and graduate of Fort Worth Christian is empowered for a lifetime of faith, service, and leadership for Christ.
