Tuscaloosa Academy, a PK3-12 private school in Tuscaloosa, has received a $1 million gift from Chloe and Ric Mayers, a real estate couple who now reside in the city.
Ric Mayers is a real estate developer and oilman from Vernon, and his wife, Chloe, is a luxury real estate professional from Naples, Florida. The couple currently reside in Tuscaloosa and recently welcomed their first child, Richard “Mac” McMillan Mayers III.
The gift will go toward the school’s Building Excellence Capital Campaign, which has a goal of $7 million. The capital campaign is now at a little over 70% complete. Once the goal is met, the school will build a 23,000-square-foot athletic center, designed by Ward Scott Morris Architecture, for student athletic programs. According to news reports, the athletic center will include a tournament-size gymnasium, locker rooms, a football field house and a weight room.
“This project isn’t just about Tuscaloosa Academy — it’s about Tuscaloosa,” said Ric Mayers. “Strong schools make strong communities. This athletic center will inspire pride, opportunity and connection for generations to come.”
With the contribution, the Building Excellence Campaign has now raised more than $5 million towards its goal. It has received 170 total gifts, including 100% participation from all Tuscaloosa Academy employees who collectively have contributed $73,510 to the campaign.
