Samuel Peabody, educator and philanthropist, was born in Massachusetts and graduated from Harvard University. From one of the oldest and most illustrious families in the US, the Peabodys have played a pivotal role in the affairs of this country since its founding. Key contributions of family members include those of John Endicott, who founded the Massachusetts Bay Colony in 1629, and Joseph Peabody, who in the 18th century, caused to be built one of Salem’s largest fleets. Francis and Oliver Peabody founded the investment firm of Kidder, Peabody in 1865 and Endicott Peabody founded the Groton School in 1884, known for educating many of this nation's greatest leaders, including Franklin Delano Roosevelt. Peabody’s great grandfather partnered with Junuis Morgan, (J.P.’s father) to found the House of Morgan in England, his mother, an activist, was arrested for protesting the Vietnam War, his father Malcom was a Bishop in the Episcopal Church and on the Board of Harvard, his brother Endicott was the governor of Massachusetts (1963-1965) and his sister Marietta Tree was the first UN Human Rights Commissioner. After a brief career in finance, Peabody turned to education, teaching at several schools serving a Principal at the Rye Country Day School. A dedicated philanthropist, he and his wife support many educational and charitable causes. He lives in New York City.